Alternative-fuel school bus sales are rising, however there is still plenty of room to grow according to recent research from School Bus Fleet. Out of 37,663 school buses sold in the U.S. and Canada last year, 2,166 (5.8%) of those buses were powered by alternative-fuel. That may not sound like much, but that figure shows… Read more »
There are countless buses for sale in America, but finding the right bus for your needs isn’t as simple as just finding a good looking bus that falls within your budget. There are several things to consider to ensure your bus will be the right one for you or your business. These are a few… Read more »
Buying a used school bus can be a frightening process, especially if you’ve never bought one before. There are several advantages to purchasing a pre-owned bus, but there are seemingly endless things to consider to ensure you get the right bus for your needs, whether you hope to add the school bus to your fleet… Read more »
When bus fleets look to replace broken down buses or expand their service they often don’t start by considering a used school bus, but there are plenty of reasons they should. Used buses have several benefits that can not only save you money up front. They can save you money in the long run and… Read more »
School bus sales are up across North America this year according to new findings from School Bus Fleet. Compared to last year, sales have risen 4.4%, showing a steady increase for the past three years in a row. The report finds there was a total of 37,663 school buses sold in the 2014 sales year… Read more »
The new school year is coming up, and when classes resume teachers will be forced to spend the first few weeks reviewing information the students had already learned the year before. This is due to what is known as the “summer slide” or the drop in test scores that occurs between June and September… Read more »
I’ve talked about a few of the school districts across the country choosing to switch from standard diesel buses to a fleet at least partially powered by alternative fuels such as propane or electricity. But, all of these schools chose to purchase brand new buses (usually with the assistance of a grant) which are typically… Read more »
Buses are becoming increasingly popular amongst personal owners and start-up entrepreneurs who are converting the vehicles into working and living spaces. However, there are also many established companies that could benefit from owning and using a traditional bus, and most don’t realize it. Many companies have to rent or charter vehicles on a semi-annual basis… Read more »
When school buses get too old, most school districts sell them off in order to have some capital to invest in a new buses. It is the most obvious and simple way to handle the issue, and many of the retired buses get a new life transporting another group of passengers. But, it isn’t always… Read more »
In the past, we’ve discussed an assortment of things prospective bus owners should consider before they make a final purchase. While coaches and shuttles are similar to school buses, if you are considering buying a shuttle you should keep in mind that the vehicles have their own unique concerns you should address. To help you… Read more »
