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Maintaining bus fleets, big or small: Complex technology requires state-of-the-art training

Maintaining bus fleets, big or small: Complex technology requires state-of-the-art training

November 20, 2025 | by Shandra Martinez |

At UMA’s Town Hall, industry leaders stressed training technicians to master new technologies, from emissions systems to advanced electrical diagnostics.

Stertil-Koni USA’s Rick Palmer shares his passion for the bus industry

Stertil-Koni USA’s Rick Palmer shares his passion for the bus industry

February 4, 2024 | by Shandra Martinez |

Rick Palmer feels fortunate that he works in an industry he loves.

“I love the bus market,” said Palmer, National Accounts Manager for Stertil-Koni USA.…

Louis Hotard: What’s ‘priceless’ about the UMA Maintenance Interchange

Louis Hotard: What’s ‘priceless’ about the UMA Maintenance Interchange

January 30, 2023 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Editor’s Note: This is the speech that Louis Hotard gave at the UMA Motorcoach Association during a luncheon celebrating the 25th anniversary of the UMA…

Two big competitions test skills at 2023 UMA EXPO in Orlando

Two big competitions test skills at 2023 UMA EXPO in Orlando

November 17, 2022 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

It’s that time of the year when motorcoach drivers and maintenance technicians can test their skills with their colleagues from across the U.S. and Canada.

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