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The Clean School Bus Program grant will close this coming Tuesday, August 22nd at 11:50 PM ET.  If you are still planning to apply, please see the information and instructions below from the EPA. (Environmental Protection Agency) It is anticipated that the EPA may award approximately $400 million in 2023 Clean School Bus Grants.  These...

Although there is roughly a month left of summer break, it is time to gear up for students with summer bus maintenance. It is important to maintain your bus fleet and handle any repairs and replacements while buses are out of circulation.  Whether it is typical wear and tear or items to comply with annual...

Blue Bird has been the leader in the electrification of student transportation.  As a result, Blue Bird has recently opened their new Electric Vehicle Build-up Center in Fort Valley, Georgia.  This 40,000 square foot facility will enable Blue Bird to increase its production of electric buses to approximately 5,000 zero emission school buses annually in...

The second round of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Clean School Bus Program is open.  With $400 million in competitive funding available there are many questions on the details of the program such as how the grant works, how it’s structured, and how to apply.  The following article was published by the World Resources Institute’s...

As we mark the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day, we are reminded of how far environmental awareness has come.  In recent years, the implementation of alternative fuel vehicles has helped to reduce emissions from public transportation.  This is just one of the many changes that has made a positive impact, but with the help of...

Another exciting announcement for Colorado/West Equipment, Inc.! We are pleased to share an addition to our local Colorado location, Jacob Supercynski.                                    Jacob brings an energetic and focused drive to our Blue Bird School Bus Sales Team.  As a graduate...

Another Colorado Electric School Bus Grant opportunity is expected to open tomorrow, March 29,2023.  The application will be open through June 20, 2023, for the purchase of Electric school buses.  This program is state funded and intended to be complementary to federal funding, such as the EPA Clean School Bus Program.  Please see the outline...

We are proud to welcome our new Sales Representative to Nebraska/Central Equipment, Inc. Jamie Egger is a Nebraska native who comes to us with extensive experience in sales and service, as well as a thorough understanding of his Nebraska territory. Jamie was born in Columbus, Nebraska and raised on his family farm.  After graduating he joined...

The first round of the EPA Clean School Bus Program experienced an outstanding response and is currently in the payment request process for applicants.  Below is a quick recap from the Environmental Protection Agency website: “The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law of 2021 authorizes EPA to offer rebates to replace existing school buses with clean and zero-emission (ZE) models...

Winter is here and the cold weather and snowstorms have arrived. Now is a good time to review a few winter maintenance necessities for your fleet. When it comes to ensuring your Blue Bird buses are dependable, and in safe working order, here are a few maintenance tips to complete. Check the battery condition/state of...