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More passengers using own electronic devices on buses
The days of giant movie screens and VCRs providing onboard entertainment for bus and motorcoach customers are fading away.
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From cabdriver to CEO: An Ethiopian’s drive for success
By Nancy Kirk
School Bus Fleet
FRIDLEY, Minn. — The transition from Ethiopian culture to that of the U.S. may have been drastic, but for…
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An ounce of proactive marketing is worth a ton of business
The difference between doing something proactively and doing it reactively is obvious.
From vehicle maintenance to our own personal health, there are myriad reasons why…
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Choosing the right ELD doesn’t have to be overwhelming
We all know that by the end of the year we must spend thousands of dollars per vehicle to become compliant with the new Federal…
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Moving over for roadside first responders saves lives
WASHINGTON — In 2016, 53 law enforcement officers were killed in traffic-related incidents, and another 15 were struck and killed while performing their duties outside…
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Here are some items to add to your marketing toolbox
Marketing is a big umbrella. Everything from websites to T-shirts falls under it, and sometimes it can be difficult to know where to start.
In…
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California approves billions in fuel tax increases
SACRAMENTO – California has approved raising $52.4 billion over 10 years to fund infrastructure improvements by increasing fuel taxes and vehicle fees.
The plan,…
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States looking to upgrade school buses with VW funds
CHICAGO — A multibillion-dollar settlement with car maker Volkswagen over an emissions scandal could mean dozens of new electric school buses in the Chicago area…
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FMCSA increases fines for violations of motor carrier regulations
WASHINGTON – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has increased fines across the board for violations of federal commercial motor vehicle regulations.