As the school year winds down and your bus fleet gets a well-deserved break, summer is the ideal time to catch up on routine maintenance. It is essential to use this downtime to inspect, repair, and replace key components. Many school districts take advantage of the summer lull to address both routine wear and safety...
As school districts and fleet operators strive to meet environmental goals and reduce operating costs, selecting the right alternative fuel bus for each route becomes increasingly critical. Blue Bird Corporation, a leader in clean transportation solutions, emphasizes the importance of aligning the appropriate bus type—be it electric, propane, or compressed natural gas—with the specific demands...
Every year, as the sun begins to rise and most of us are just waking up, there’s a dedicated group of professionals already hard at work—our school bus drivers. They navigate early mornings, unpredictable weather, busy roads, and the energy of dozens of students, all to ensure one thing: safe transportation to and from school....
The time is quickly approaching for our clocks to “spring forward” an hour on Sunday, March 10th. This change always comes with the obvious adjustment period, but many may not consider the additional risks for school children during the morning commutes. Depending on their schedule, students may be walking in the darker hours, or during...
The Environmental Protection Agency is now accepting applications for the next round of rebate funding under the Clean School Bus Program. School Bus Fleet has compiled a comprehensive list of what applicants need to know before the January 31, 2024 deadline for the latest Clean School Bus Program rebates. Please visit the following website link for...
The colder weather is approaching following an already substantial snow fall. It is time for an annual review of crucial winter maintenance 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 charge...
It’s School Bus Safety week. Every year this week serves as an important reminder of all the different measures that should be taken to ensure children arrive safely at school. One area, outlined by School Bus Fleet, is the importance of inspecting a bus each day both before and after use. Read the latest...
The 2022-2023 Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) National Grants funding opportunity is still available. The last few years have afforded many opportunities to replace old Diesel fuel vehicles with new cleaner options. Many have been in the form of electric, or alternative fuel vehicles which may not have been an option earlier. What is the...
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...
