What’s changing in special-needs transportation? This year, student transportation operators report a rising need, easing driver shortages, growing tech adoption, and evolving challenges. These findings and more from the 2026 School Bus Fleet survey on trends and challenges from those who transport students every day.
Inside, you'll find data on:
- Ridership trends
- Driver pay and shortage updates
- Outsourcing intent
- Technologies used
- Fleet makeup, covering both school buses and vans
- Top challenges and pain points