Categories: Maintenance

InterMotive’s IdleLock now works on conventional school buses, letting drivers keep the keys outside the bus while the engine and systems stay on.

https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/10243764/idlelock-theft-prevention-tool-expands-to-type-c-school-buses

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Cleveland Tank has expanded its product line with new replacement diesel fuel tanks for IC Bus and Thomas Built Bus models, giving fleet operators...

https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/10243603/cleveland-tank-adds-new-aftermarket-diesel-fuel-tank-models

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Categories: Alternative Fuels

Take a peek inside the decision-making process that led to a more reliable, cleaner fleet, according to a former district director-turned PERC manager.

https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/10243277/4-reasons-i-chose-propane-autogas-buses-as-a-school-district-transportation-dire

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Categories: Safety

As schools in three Canadian provinces sign off on adding Gatekeeper's video systems to its buses, the company comments on Transport Canada’s new safety...

https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/10243563/gatekeeper-gains-450k-school-bus-video-contracts-in-canada

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Categories: Alternative Fuels, Electric Vehicles, Operations, Suppliers

The new addition signals Lake Shore Central’s steps toward fleet electrification, with support from Gorman Enterprises and RIDE Mobility.

https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/10243586/new-york-district-rolls-out-first-ride-electric-school-bus-in-push-for-greener-t

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Categories: Management

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

https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/10241529/from-transaction-to-trust-how-dealers-districts-can-build-lasting-relationships

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Categories: Safety

New radar technology detects pedestrians near the bus and passengers inside to improve school bus safety by reducing the risk of collisions and increasing...

https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/10243560/smart-radar-system-enhances-school-bus-safety-at-florida-district

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BusPatrol worked with Carson City and Clark County schools to capture violations. The results encouraged Nevada lawmakers to pass new stop-arm camera...

https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/10243558/nevada-safety-pilot-reveals-alarming-illegal-school-bus-passing-violations

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