Even the best school bus drivers can’t prevent every danger. As technology races and tempers rise behind the wheel, transportation pros face new challenges...

Do your drivers know how to handle armed threats on their school bus? Let’s talk about emergency preparedness and response, including active shooter...

Bus drivers need to be first responders on wheels. Find out how active threat training equips them to protect students when it matters most. On this episode...

Twelve months, almost 100 interviews and articles later, and countless lessons learned. Here are 40 key takeaways SBF’s editor learned about school buses,...

Catch the buzz from SBFX 2025 in Scottsdale with these recap clips from keynotes, one-on-one sessions, and attendees sharing why they found the event so...

It was another incredible two days in Scottsdale, where from Sept. 22-24, 2025, school bus operators and suppliers convened for top-tier networking,...

Electric school buses face hurdles in funding, supply, and infrastructure, but adoption continues to grow. Here’s where the segment stands.

Electric school buses face hurdles in funding, supply, and infrastructure, but adoption continues to grow. Here’s where the segment stands.

We caught up with Dean Transportation’s Jackie Wilkerson Brown on site at SBFX after she was named the first-ever 2025 School Bus Driver Hero Award. Hear...

Before launching SBF's new Driver Hero Award, we knew that school bus drivers deserved more praise and recognition for the jobs they do every day. Little...

Not every student’s needs are met easily on a yellow bus, and alternative transportation is a quickly growing segment of the industry. On this video, hear...

About 40 million illegal school bus passings occur yearly. Learn how smart routing, technology, education, and enforcement can save lives in this deep dive.

District and fleet growth in Henry County, Georgia, led to a brand-new building for its transportation services department. Take a peek inside here!

Rising insurance premiums are costing everyone who operates a yellow bus. Here’s how litigation trends, nuclear verdicts, and lawsuit abuse reform could help.

Check in with the NTSB in this Q&A that breaks down how the federal agency investigates school bus accidents, its push for key safety measures, and what...

How do we make the safest ride even safer? On this episode of The Route, hear from Meg Sweeney, NTSB investigator, about what we’ve learned as an industry...

Tour Palmer Bus Service’s new Princeton, MN, facility with interviews from the site manager and a school bus driver. Check out the on-site fueling and...

The Minnesota contractor held an open house for its brand-new facility serving Princeton Public Schools. Take a peek with this inside look!

School bus pros: Don’t overlook your association benefits. See how national, state, and local groups help advocate, connect, and equip you to succeed. Plus,...

Heard of the 45W or 30C tax credits? If not, we got you! Here’s a summary of who is eligible to claim it and the timelines to apply for electric school bus...

Heard of the 45W or 30C tax credits? If not, we got you! Here’s a summary of who is eligible to claim it and the timelines to apply for electric school bus...

Take a quick peek inside the 2025 National School Transportation Association (NSTA) Annual Meeting in Boston! From networking and breakout sessions to...

Once again, the National School Transportation Association's annual meeting and convention connected North American school bus contractors together to learn...

From inventory hurdles to alt-fuel demand, school bus dealerships dish on what’s working, what’s not, and what schools really want on the road.

Catch a glimpse of the 61st annual Iowa Pupil Transportation Association Conference through photos that showcase hands-on learning, vendor demos, awards,...

The Iowa Pupil Transportation Association honored five of its members with awards at its annual summer conference this week.

Take a look inside the 61st annual IPTA event, held July 14-16, 2025, in Des Moines. Nearly 200 directors, drivers, and vendors gathered for professional...

Human trafficking might not be top of mind when you think of school buses — but it should be. On this episode of The Route, we talk with an expert from...

It’s much more than a transaction. Here’s how bus dealerships can strengthen their partnerships with school districts and contractors and vice versa.

With nearly 300 attendees and over 100 vendors, this year’s event was packed with educational sessions, hands-on training, supplier showcases, and some...

We’ve got photo highlights from the School Transportation Association of Indiana's 50th anniversary conference & trade show in Fort Wayne. About 400...

Straight from the trade show floor at Indiana's industry association conference: Watch how Stertil-Koni’s 1064 mobile column lifts make school bus...

How will the changing tariffs affect school bus manufacturing and consumer prices? Will federal EV funding’s question marks lead to changed OEM production?...

Nearly 150 school bus contractors convened in Deerwood, Minnesota, for the association’s annual summer conference, consisting of education, updates,...

What decisions from this year’s NCST will shape the future of student transportation — and your operations? Go behind the scenes of this year’s congress...

Behavior change is a science. Here’s what you need to know about child development to better understand the riders on your bus. Plus, how to clarify...

As district and student needs evolve, schools are increasingly looking beyond the yellow bus and turning to alternative transportation options. Learn why...

Gone are the days of school bus fleets being made up of just yellow buses. These days, we’re seeing more fuel and vehicle types than ever, as the use of...

School buses are used for more than student transportation. In the face of natural disaster, they can represent hope and recovery. In this blog, SBF’s...

With over four decades of commitment in school bus transportation, Michael Brown has built a respected student transportation company in California,...

We’re talking trends in school bus contracting! Get to know the fascinating story of SBF’s 2025 Contractor of the Year, Michael Brown of Michael’s...

What is the newest president and CEO’s vision for the manufacturer and what does he see as its strengths? Check out this Q&A for his take on industry and...

Three new sections, spirited debates on school bus specs and alternative transportation guidelines, NCST was far from boring. In fact, this year’s congress...

Longtime Collins Bus salesman Jim Elliott died April 20 at the age of 90 and is remembered for his kindness and professionalism.

Wondering what the heck SBFX is and what makes it the premier event for pupil transportation directors? School Bus Fleet ConneX isn’t your typical trade...

Who are the largest contractors in North America? What fuels make up their fleet, what is the average pay, and contractors’ plans and top challenges? Find...

Get to know the inspiring stories of 12 young leaders in student transportation in this episode of The Route! Plus, hear stories and takeaways from SBF’s...

Join us for a conversation with First Student’s COO as we talk all things student transportation drivers, including how they attract and retain an engaged...

What makes a great leader? Here are a few of the takeaways I’ve learned so far, with some inspiration from SBF’s 2025 award winners.

Kopanko, 32, is the director of marketing & school bus sales and EV program manager at Thomas Built dealer Sonny Merryman.