At American Bus Sales, we know navigating the world of bus terms can be a difficult task. That’s why we’re here to help! With our helpful guide to defining bus terminology, you can quickly and easily understand some of the most common industry terms. Whether you’re an experienced bus buyer or just starting out, this… Read more »
Bus technology has come a long way since the first motorized bus design was built in 1895 in Germany. From the humble beginnings of rudimentary gasoline engines powering rear- and front-wheel drive bus models, today’s bus technology consists of comprehensive systems to improve the rider experience and road efficiency. Modern buses use a mix of… Read more »
School buses have come a long way since their inception. They have been transformed from being simple vehicles that transport students to and from school to high-tech machines that are equipped with all the latest technology. Here are five of the most important tech trends that are changing the way school buses operate. Here is… Read more »
It’s no surprise that technology has changed drastically over the past few years. It has impacted our lives and the way that we work in almost every way. With the advancement of technology, our commutes have become quicker and safer than ever before! Although we’ve seen technology advance greatly in areas like the classroom, our… Read more »
With all of the technology available for fleets today, it can be overwhelming to decide what you need for your operations. Most fleets already have a management software solution, but there are plenty of other add-ons available to improve your operations. Before choosing any technologies to invest in, let’s take a look at a few… Read more »
Driver shortages are having a notable impact on schools across the country. Schools are being forced to reduce the number of routes available, which causes daily bus commute times to extend upwards over an over for many students. For students who ride these long routes every day, the trip can be long and reduce the… Read more »
An app called Here Comes the Bus recently launched by Synovia Solutions promises to help keep parents informed about where their children are in real-time. Here Comes the Bus, also available as a website, provides parents with the real-time location of their child’s school bus via computer, tablet, or mobile phone for the new school… Read more »
When school is back in session this fall, parents in central Indiana will be using a new service that will help them keep track of their kids’ school buses and make sure they get home safely, according to local news reports. Here Comes the Bus is an app developed by local company Synovia which works… Read more »
School bus surveillance is becoming increasingly common across the country despite some concerns about student privacy, and one Kansas district shows how many schools are working to keep children safe with security cameras and bus tracking. Garden City Telegram reports Holcomb Unified School District 363 plans on installing security cameras that will record video and… Read more »
Many school bus drivers, mechanics, and transportation administrations have found great use for the Cummins QuickServe Online (QSOL) mobile app on Apple smartphones, and now the tool is available for Android users as well. The QSOL app gives users on-the-go access to Cummins parts information and options, parts catalogs, and engine dataplate information for… Read more »
