COVER STORY: Online ordering and inventory management remains unrealistic for many school districts with limited infrastructure resources, say vendors and manufacturers

TOP STORY: Federal Texting Ban for Interstate Bus Drivers Expected to Exempt Two-Way Radios

SPECIAL REPORT: Promoting Good (Engine) Health
How oil analysis can save time, money and wear and tear on engines

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Running Out of Options
Hard-pressed districts are faced with extending bus lives, keeping a close eye on their fleets and deciding on which way to meet stringent emission standards

A Conversation with Ken Hedgecock of Thomas Built Buses
The vice president of sales, marketing and service for the High Point, N.C.-based company discusses the state of the school bus industry

Pass the Wrench…and the Laptop
Technicians are finding that tools — and the necessary training — are evolving beyond the set they started with and into the computer age

The Evolving Garage
A look at the many generations of mechanics/technicians keeping buses running down the roads

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