NEWS: California agency to fund $78M in new clean school buses South Coast AQMD plans to replace 286 older buses with newer models, plus accompanying infrastructure, across 35 districts in the South Coast Air Basin. More on this in the comments! 💬🚌 #california #aqmd #infrastructure #newmodel #schoolbusfleet #schoolbusnews #studenttransportation #schoolbuses
School Bus Fleet
School and Employee Bus Services
Driving #SchoolBusSafety, fleet insights, and student transportation news since 1956.
About us
School Bus Fleet is your trusted destination for everything student transportation. For more than 65 years, we’ve delivered the latest #SchoolBus industry news, fleet management insights, and expert resources that help transportation leaders run safe, reliable, and efficient operations. From #SchoolBusSafety and driver training to fleet maintenance, technology, and clean energy adoption, our coverage keeps you informed on the issues that matter most. We also highlight best practices, leadership stories, and real-world solutions from across the student transportation community. Join thousands of fleet managers, transportation directors, and industry professionals who rely on School Bus Fleet to navigate challenges, discover new opportunities, and stay connected to the people shaping the future of student transportation. Stay ahead. Stay safe. Stay connected with #StudentTransportation professionals nationwide.
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https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/
External link for School Bus Fleet
- Industry
- School and Employee Bus Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Founded
- 1956
- Specialties
- School Transportation, School Bus Maintenance, Student Safety, Fleet Management, School Bus Specifications, School Bus Safety Standards, School Bus Drivers, Electric School Buses, School Bus Driver Recruitment, Fleet Cost Management, Routing and Scheduling, Green Fleet Initiatives, and Fleet Operations
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🔋 The electric school bus story is evolving fast. See how districts can balance idealism with on-the-ground logistics, and why smart fleets are mixing EVs, diesel, and propane to keep service reliable. 🔗https://loom.ly/PsI3eNU #schoolbusfleet #schoolbusnews #studenttransportation #schoolbuses #electricschoolbus / BusesForSale.com
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🚍 Where do EPA clean bus programs stand heading into 2026? At NASDPTS, an EPA rep shared major updates on the Clean School Bus Program, Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle grants, and DERA funding — including what’s ending, what’s on hold, and what’s coming next. 💡 Key takeaways: $2B still remains in CSBP, Clean Heavy-Duty won’t continue, and DERA is gearing up for a new funding opportunity. #PupilTransportation #PupilTransportation #EPA #NASDPTS #ElectricSchoolBuses #DieselReduction #federalfunding #AlternativeFuels
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We're closer to 2026 than you think, which means it's time for our fourth round of Trailblazers! We're on the lookout for inspiring up-and-coming leaders in the K-12 student transportation industry to highlight as SBF's 2026 Trailblazers. Know an innovative and inspiring example of dedication and commitment to the industry who's 39 or younger working in student transportation? Tell us about them! Nominations are NOW OPEN and close Dec. 31, 2025.
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🚨 Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s CDL restriction rule is on hold. A federal court has paused enforcement, allowing states to keep issuing non-domiciled CDLs pending further judicial review. LEARN MORE! ➡️ https://loom.ly/U5Zx4uw #schoolbusfleet #schoolbusnews #studenttransportation #schoolbuses #FMCSA
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🚍⚡ West Aurora SD129 just launched the largest electric school bus fleet in the Chicago region with 27 buses! Funded by: 🔹 $5M from US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean School Bus Program 🔹 $930K from ComEd 🔹 Support from Highland Electric Fleets & local partners Learn more about the project! ➡️ https://loom.ly/bWukSLc #schoolbusfleet #schoolbusnews #studenttransportation #schoolbuses #electricbuses
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What a week in D.C.! 🇺🇸 We joined state directors, federal partners, and industry leaders at the 2025 NASDPTS (National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services) Annual Conference to talk regulation, legislation, and trends around safety, seat belts, tech, special-needs transportation, and the biggest challenges facing pupil transportation today. Swipe through for the highlights (and find more in our photo gallery)! ➡️🚌
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NEWS: Missouri district launches new electric school bus project The Normandy Schools Collaborative broke ground on its first electric school bus project, a partnership that will add 15 new electric buses and chargers by spring 2026. Head to the comments for more on this exciting partnership! #electricschoolbuses #missouri #normandy #schools #chargers #schoolbusfleet #schoolbusnews #studenttransportation #schoolbuses
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👨👩👧👧 At Durham School Services, driving is a family tradition. Meet the Wikmans — a mother and two daughters who drive for the same school and share more than just a job. Their story reflects what Durham values most: community, dedication, and the power of family. 🚌 🔗 Read their journey: https://loom.ly/OgXDv7M #schoolbusfleet #schoolbusnews #studenttransportation #schoolbuses #durhamschoolservices
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This just in from the NASDPTS (National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services) conference and the State of Kansas: 6 students were killed in school bus loading/unloading accidents during the 2024-25 school year. The total number of fatalities, occurring in Missouri, Texas, Wisconsin, Massachusetts, and Louisiana, is unchanged from last year's report. Get the full details in our post; link in comments! #schoolbussafety #schoolbusacccidents #fatalities #schoolbusnews #schoolbusfleet #studenttransportation
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