Let’s be proactive when it comes to bus safety
“I put it on the fax and punched in the number,” whined Margie.
She was driving us nuts. As sales assistant, she couldn’t seem to…
Take a Seat!
The great philosopher Arthur Fonzarelli once said “sit on it,” and it seems a worthy introduction to a column on seats.
The bus industry isn’t…
Standing tall is tough in era of over-regulation
My most recent DOT physical was a nightmare. I knew I was old, fat, deaf and nearsighted, but finding out I am 5’7” tall was…
Clean wheels keep on turnin’
Doctor Don was our best driver; he even had been awarded the coveted title “BD” (Bus Doctor). We all hated it when our boss gave…
Color your trips—with fabric that works
Competing coach salesmen were imbibing at a convention when one asked, “What’s the ugliest bus you’ve ever sold”
“Anvil Bus Line,” they yelled in unison…
It’s all about the garage
By Dave Millhouser
Those of you intrepid enough to follow this column won’t be surprised to hear that my bus career had humble beginnings.
That ‘bargain’ may really cost you
By Dave Millhouser
Ouch. Our boss had found another “deal,” and experience had taught us that his bargains were often costly.
Our 4106 needed an…
Know Thyself, and you’re more likely to create the right fleet mix
By Dave Millhouser
Shadow. I had always wanted a manly nickname, and it seems like this one is within reach.
My buddy Titanic (there’s a…
