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      <title>6 School Transportation Trends to Watch: 2026 District Survey Results</title>
      <description><![CDATA[School bus buying is up, fuel choices are shifting, and driver shortages persist. This and more in the latest K-12 public school survey, plus the largest fleets in the U.S.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:30:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The 100 Largest School Bus Fleets in America: 2026 Rankings</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Which public K-12 school districts are the largest in the nation in terms of bus fleet size? Here are the new standings of the top 100 district fleets. ]]></description>
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      <title>2027 Special-Needs Transportation Survey Now Open: Share Your Insights</title>
      <description><![CDATA[School Bus Fleet's annual special-needs transportation survey returns. Share your insights on ridership, staffing, fleet operations, and challenges by Dec. 4, 2026.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:00:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>HopSkipDrive Reports Progress on Safety Advisory Council</title>
      <description><![CDATA[More than a year after forming the council, independent safety experts have helped shape new rider-safety features and policy progress, with a new goal to address rider behavior.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:07:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> EverDriven Launches Route Consolidation Calculator to Estimate Diesel Savings</title>
      <description><![CDATA[As diesel prices hit record highs, the largest alternative transportation provider says a 10% route consolidation could save a 120-route district more than $78,000 a year in fuel alone.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:27:29 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>What the 2026 National School Bus Safety Month Resolution Means for Student Transportation</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The bipartisan resolution highlights illegal school bus passing, student safety during loading and unloading, and the need for driver training and public education.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:24:51 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <title>Summit School Services Launches Catalyst to Connect School Bus Technology</title>
      <description><![CDATA[By connecting cameras, GPS tracking, telematics, and routing, the new approach aims to improve communication, reliability, and visibility for districts and families.]]></description>
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      <title>Transfinder Expands School Bus Routing Technology to Ohio &amp; New Jersey Districts</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Several school districts in the Buckeye State and Garden State have adopted Transfinder's routing and transportation management solutions, including Routefinder PLUS and Stopfinder.]]></description>
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      <title>School Bus Stop-Arm Violations Decline 53% Across Verra Mobility Programs</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Verra Mobility shares how school bus stop-arm cameras and school zone safety programs are changing driver behavior, reducing violations, and protecting students.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:15:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Most Bus Crashes Aren’t Your Fault. Here’s How to Prove It.</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A guide for what to do in between a school bus crash and a claim: what to preserve, who to notify, and how to keep the facts available when they matter.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:05:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>National School Bus Safety Week 2026: Tips, Toolkits &amp; Resources to Keep Students Safe</title>
      <description><![CDATA[School bus safety takes more than awareness. Explore expert tips, enforcement strategies, and free resources to help protect students on every ride.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:26:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>BendPak Launches Ranger DST30PX Wheel Balancer</title>
      <description><![CDATA[BendPak's new wheel balancer handles tires up to 43 inches in diameter, with a reinforced design, precise weight placement, and faster service cycles.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:01:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>What a ‘Friday Night Lights’ Coach Taught Me About Legacy</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A keynote speaker reminds school transportation professionals that everyday interactions with students can leave a lasting legacy — and even change a life.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:05:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>Zum Secures Continued Financing Support for School Bus Expansion</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Generate Private Credit has financed approximately $75 million in school bus deployments across three states, supporting more than 500 buses as Zum expands across the county.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 23:15:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Beyond Discipline: A Different Approach to Student Behavior on the Bus</title>
      <description><![CDATA[After implementing a dean of students program in Oregon, North Clackamas is seeing positive improvements. Here’s how it worked. The Route is brought to you by IC Bus.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:10:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>A Dean of Transportation&apos;s Different Approach to Student Behavior on the School Bus</title>
      <description><![CDATA[After implementing a dean of students program in Oregon, North Clackamas is seeing positive improvements on the bus. Here’s how it worked. ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/podcasts/a-dean-of-transportations-different-approach-to-student-behavior-on-the-school-bus</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:40:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Tips for Ensuring School Bus Garages Are Safe and Warm Year-Round</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Cold maintenance bays and rising heating costs? Learn how school bus garages can improve comfort with targeted heating, better airflow, and winter preparation.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/tips-for-ensuring-school-bus-garages-are-safe-and-warm-year-round</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:03:36 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Extend Clean School Bus Program Through 2031 </title>
      <description><![CDATA[ The proposed legislation would renew federal support for cleaner school buses as districts navigate funding uncertainty, rising fuel and infrastructure costs, and fleet replacement needs.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/bipartisan-bill-seeks-to-extend-clean-school-bus-program-through-2031</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:21:56 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <title>Inside NAPT ACTS 2026: Highlights from Louisville</title>
      <description><![CDATA[From federal updates and student behavior strategies to new school bus technology and industry awards, see highlights from NAPT ACTS 2026 in Louisville.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 19:39:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Five Southeast School Districts Adopt New Bus Routing and Tracking Technology</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Districts in Georgia, North Carolina, and Alabama are adding routing, GPS tracking, and communication tools from AlphaRoute to improve school transportation operations.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/five-southeast-school-districts-adopt-new-bus-routing-and-tracking-technology</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 18:37:19 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <title>Meet the 2025 School Bus Driver Hero Winner: Annette Brown</title>
      <description><![CDATA[We caught up with Wa-Nee Community Schools' Annette Brown on site at SBFX, where she was named the 2026 School Bus Driver Hero Award winner. Hear about her reaction, what she loves most about being a school bus driver, and more!]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/meet-the-2025-school-bus-driver-hero-winner-annette-brown</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/meet-the-2025-school-bus-driver-hero-winner-annette-brown</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:17:15 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">driver heroism</category>
      <category domain="tag">Awards</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>Predictability Is Like Ketchup (According to 6-Year-Olds)</title>
      <description><![CDATA[To students, a different school bus can feel like a full-blown crisis. One driver reflects on why familiar routines, showing up on time, and being reliably boring matter more than we think.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/predictability-is-like-ketchup-according-to-6-year-olds-v2</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/predictability-is-like-ketchup-according-to-6-year-olds-v2</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:26:02 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">school transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">school buses</category>
      <category domain="tag">student behavior</category>
      <category domain="tag">reliability</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://transportation-assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/October-2026-The-Comfort-of-Consistency_u6uox6.png"/>
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      <title>ASE Highlights School Bus Technician Certification Requirements</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ASE is encouraging school bus maintenance professionals to maintain their certifications, highlighting seven specialized tests and five-year renewal requirements.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/ase-highlights-school-bus-technician-certification-requirements</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/ase-highlights-school-bus-technician-certification-requirements</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:25:40 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Maintenance</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Technician Safety</category>
      <category domain="tag">technicians</category>
      <category domain="tag">safety</category>
      <category domain="tag">maintenance</category>
      <category domain="tag">school buses</category>
      <category domain="category">Maintenance</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://transportation-assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/October-2026-ASE-Tests_s2jeop.png"/>
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      <title>Samsara Launches Free Driver Rewards Program</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The new Driver Perks program gives eligible professional drivers access to discounts and offers without adding a cost for participating fleets.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/samsara-launches-free-driver-rewards-program</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/samsara-launches-free-driver-rewards-program</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:46:07 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">reward programs</category>
      <category domain="tag">fleet management</category>
      <category domain="tag">transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">Samsara</category>
      <category domain="tag">Driver Recruitment and Retention</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>How Tax-Exempt Municipal Leases Can Help Finance School Buses</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Let’s explore school bus financing options, including municipal leases, vendor payable accounts, and balloon payments, and how they can help stretch fleet budgets.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/how-tax-exempt-municipal-leases-can-help-finance-school-buses</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/how-tax-exempt-municipal-leases-can-help-finance-school-buses</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:20:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Management/Funding &amp; Finance</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">vehicle financing</category>
      <category domain="tag">savings</category>
      <category domain="tag">Lease Agreement</category>
      <category domain="tag">Financing</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <category domain="category">Funding &amp; Finance</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://transportation-assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/how_to_finance_your_next_school_bus_pvsorr.png"/>
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      <title>Nominate Rising School Transportation Pros Under 40!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[We’re searching for the next generation of leaders making an impact across the K-12 student transportation industry to recognize as SBF’s 2027 Trailblazers. Nominations are open now!]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/nominate-rising-school-transportation-pros-under-40</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/nominate-rising-school-transportation-pros-under-40</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:56:09 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">student transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">school transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">industry recognition</category>
      <category domain="tag">Emerging Leaders</category>
      <category domain="tag">Awards</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://transportation-assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/October-2026-Trailblazer-Announcement-2027_gzjtl2.png"/>
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      <title>2 Killed, Dozens Injured in Florida School Bus Crash</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A multi-vehicle collision caused a Polk County school bus carrying 37 students to overturn on its way to Winter Haven High School.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/2-killed-dozens-injured-in-florida-school-bus-crash</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/2-killed-dozens-injured-in-florida-school-bus-crash</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:37:26 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Safety</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">student transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">school buses</category>
      <category domain="tag">injuries</category>
      <category domain="tag">school bus crash</category>
      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://transportation-assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/20261005_FL_fatality_axmto9.png"/>
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      <title>Alt-Fuel Moves: Electric Bus Rollouts, Bidirectional Charging &amp; Propane Growth</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See which fleets are adding electric and propane school buses as districts and operators invest in charging infrastructure, bidirectional technology, and alternative-fuel expansion.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/alt-fuel-moves-electric-bus-rollouts-bidirectional-charging-propane-growth</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/alt-fuel-moves-electric-bus-rollouts-bidirectional-charging-propane-growth</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:00:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Alternative Fuels</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">propane school buses</category>
      <category domain="tag">Battery-Electric Vehicles</category>
      <category domain="tag">v2g</category>
      <category domain="tag">workforce development</category>
      <category domain="category">Alternative Fuels</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://transportation-assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/October-2026-Alt-Fuel-Roundup_xkihpl.png"/>
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      <title>Nobody Told Diesel Prices They Were Supposed to Come Down</title>
      <description><![CDATA[With diesel prices surging, school bus fleets have new reason to stress-test fuel costs, consider diversification, and calculate what each route really costs to operate.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/nobody-told-diesel-prices-they-were-supposed-to-come-down</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/nobody-told-diesel-prices-they-were-supposed-to-come-down</guid>
      <pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:30:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Steve Mitchell</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Alternative Fuels/Propane</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">Diesel</category>
      <category domain="tag">Diesel Prices</category>
      <category domain="tag">propane</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fueling</category>
      <category domain="tag">fuel prices</category>
      <category domain="category">Alternative Fuels</category>
      <category domain="category">Propane</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://transportation-assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/When_Fuel_Prices_Change_the_Math_ymbbtv.png"/>
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      <title>Changing Lanes: BusWhere, EverDriven, InterMotive, Summit School Services, Switzer-Carty &amp; Thomas Built Buses</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Check out who's been hired, promoted, and appointed to leadership positions at various school transportation suppliers, contractors, and manufacturers.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/changing-lanes-buswhere-everdriven-intermotive-summit-school-services-switzer-carty-thomas-built-buses</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/changing-lanes-buswhere-everdriven-intermotive-summit-school-services-switzer-carty-thomas-built-buses</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:20:56 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management/People</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">new hire</category>
      <category domain="tag">Executive Appointment</category>
      <category domain="tag">promotions</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <category domain="category">People</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://transportation-assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/Sept_2026-Changing_Lanes_Roundup-Final_jiko4i.png"/>
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      <title>Why Gasoline School Buses Are Making a Comeback</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Gasoline is gaining ground in full-size school buses. See how today’s options stack up against diesel on cost, maintenance, emissions, performance, and more.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/why-gasoline-school-buses-are-making-a-comeback</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/why-gasoline-school-buses-are-making-a-comeback</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:05:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Alternative Fuels/Gasoline</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">gasoline</category>
      <category domain="tag">gas</category>
      <category domain="tag">school buses</category>
      <category domain="tag">alternative fuels</category>
      <category domain="tag">Cummins</category>
      <category domain="category">Alternative Fuels</category>
      <category domain="category">Gasoline</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://transportation-assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/Gas_is_Back_ktvdpx.png"/>
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      <title>International Adds E-Commerce Capabilities to Fleetrite.com</title>
      <description><![CDATA[IC Bus customers can now browse, buy, and track shipments for more than 400,000 aftermarket parts online.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/international-launches-website-for-commercial-vehicle-parts</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/international-launches-website-for-commercial-vehicle-parts</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:34:59 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Maintenance</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">International</category>
      <category domain="tag">Aftermarket Parts</category>
      <category domain="tag">Digital Marketplace</category>
      <category domain="tag">IC Bus</category>
      <category domain="category">Maintenance</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://transportation-assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/IC_Bus_fleetrite_dvc0en.png"/>
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      <title>The Most Expensive Thing You Do Before Selling a School Bus: Wait</title>
      <description><![CDATA[When should you sell an aging school bus? Learn how maintenance, mileage, corrosion, specifications, and timing can affect resale value long before the auction.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/digital-cover-features/the-most-expensive-thing-you-do-before-selling-a-school-bus-wait</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/digital-cover-features/the-most-expensive-thing-you-do-before-selling-a-school-bus-wait</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:20:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Steve Mitchell</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management/Operations</category>
      <category domain="content-type">digital-cover-features</category>
      <category domain="category">Maintenance</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <category domain="category">Operations</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://transportation-assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/The_Most_Expensive_School_Bus_Resale_Mistake_qzvwsi.png"/>
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      <title>EverDriven Adds More Languages to RideAware App</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The alternative transportation company's app now supports nine languages, adding Arabic, Dari, Amharic, Nepali, Somali, French, and Vietnamese to its English and Spanish support.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/everdriven-adds-more-languages-to-rideaware-app</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/everdriven-adds-more-languages-to-rideaware-app</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:15:33 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Technology</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">EverDriven</category>
      <category domain="tag">Apps</category>
      <category domain="tag">alternative transportation</category>
      <category domain="category">Technology</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://transportation-assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/EverDriven_app_Now_in_More_Languages_pnjzh7.png"/>
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      <title>American Student Transportation Partners Acquires AJ Myers and Sons</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A new deal brings a 75-year Pennsylvania student transportation provider into one of the nation’s largest private school bus contracting groups.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/american-student-transportation-partners-acquires-aj-myers-and-sons</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/american-student-transportation-partners-acquires-aj-myers-and-sons</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:40:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management/Business &amp; Industry </category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Contractor Fleets</category>
      <category domain="tag">acquisition</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <category domain="category">Business &amp; Industry </category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://transportation-assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/AJ_Meyers_buses_wkamfl.jpg"/>
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      <title>What I Brought Home From SBFX: Relationships, Leadership, and Preparing What&apos;s Next</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Who could lead your transportation operation tomorrow if you couldn't? Bernando Brown explores succession planning, mentorship, and preparing emerging leaders to step up.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/what-i-brought-home-from-sbfx-relationships-leadership-and-preparing-whats-next</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/what-i-brought-home-from-sbfx-relationships-leadership-and-preparing-whats-next</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:30:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Management/Leadership</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">SBFX</category>
      <category domain="tag">School Bus Fleet Connex (SBFX)</category>
      <category domain="tag">leadership</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <category domain="category">Leadership</category>
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      <title>NSTA Talks School Bus Safety, Workforce Issues with DOT Secretary &amp; Michigan Congressman </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Contractor association leaders met with U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and Rep. Tom Barrett to discuss illegal passing, CDL requirements, driver recruitment, and other back-to-school priorities.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/blogposts/nsta-talks-school-bus-safety-workforce-issues-with-dot-secretary-michigan-congressman</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/blogposts/nsta-talks-school-bus-safety-workforce-issues-with-dot-secretary-michigan-congressman</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:20:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="content-type">blogposts</category>
      <category domain="tag">NSTA</category>
      <category domain="tag">DOT</category>
      <category domain="tag">activism &amp; advocacy</category>
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      <title>Inside School Bus Fleet ConneX 2026: Industry Leaders Connect in Scottsdale [Photos]</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See highlights from SBFX 2026 in Arizona, where school bus operators and suppliers gathered for meetings, education, networking, awards, and more.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/photo-galleries/inside-school-bus-fleet-connex-2026-industry-leaders-connect-in-scottsdale-photos</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/photo-galleries/inside-school-bus-fleet-connex-2026-industry-leaders-connect-in-scottsdale-photos</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 07:10:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">photo-galleries</category>
      <category domain="tag">SBFX</category>
      <category domain="tag">School Bus Fleet Connex (SBFX)</category>
      <category domain="tag">Photo Gallery</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title> School Transportation’s Biggest Pressures and Opportunities: SBFX Attendees Weigh In </title>
      <description><![CDATA[School bus operators point to rising costs, staffing, and vehicle prices as immediate pressures while identifying technology, training, and routing as opportunities for growth.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/school-transportations-biggest-pressures-and-opportunities-sbfx-attendees-weigh-in</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/school-transportations-biggest-pressures-and-opportunities-sbfx-attendees-weigh-in</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:25:27 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">school transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">technology</category>
      <category domain="tag">School Bus Fleet Connex (SBFX)</category>
      <category domain="tag">Operations</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Planning</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>Zum CMX Expands Across Los Angeles Unified</title>
      <description><![CDATA[LAUSD deployed Zum's AI-powered technology across its fleet, creating a connected platform across both district- and Zum-operated buses.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/zum-cmx-expands-across-los-angeles-unified</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/zum-cmx-expands-across-los-angeles-unified</guid>
      <pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:05:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Technology</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Zum</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Software</category>
      <category domain="tag">AI Technology</category>
      <category domain="category">Technology</category>
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      <title>STA Acquires Sunrise Transportation</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Student Transportation of America expands in Illinois and Connecticut through Sunrise's fleet of nearly 1,000 vehicles.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/sta-acquires-sunrise-transportation</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/sta-acquires-sunrise-transportation</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 19:01:41 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
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      <title>EPA Opens $180M DERA Funding Round for Diesel Upgrades</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The 2026 Diesel Emissions Reduction Act program seeks applications from eligible organizations to accelerate the retirement of legacy diesel vehicles.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/epa-opens-18m-dera-funding-round</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/epa-opens-18m-dera-funding-round</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:20:03 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>The Secret Life of an Electric School Bus Battery</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Batteries change throughout years of daily routes, but degradation doesn’t necessarily mean the end. Here’s what operators should know about performance, safety, and second life.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/the-secret-life-of-an-electric-school-bus-battery</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/the-secret-life-of-an-electric-school-bus-battery</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:43:23 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
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      <title>HopSkipDrive’s CareEngine Targets the ‘Exceptions’ in Student Transportation</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The new platform works alongside districts’ existing transportation management systems to coordinate specialized rides, automate last-minute changes, and turn ride data into operational improvements.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/hopskipdrives-careengine-targets-the-exceptions-in-student-transportation</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/hopskipdrives-careengine-targets-the-exceptions-in-student-transportation</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:55:54 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Technology</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">student transportation</category>
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      <title>Kelli Goterba Named 2026 Special-Needs School Bus Driver of the Year</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Through building trust with students and strengthening her transportation team, Goterba exemplifies the impact special-needs drivers can make.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/kelli-goterba-named-2026-special-needs-school-bus-driver-of-the-year</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:25:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Special Needs Transportation</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Awards</category>
      <category domain="tag">AMF-Bruns of America</category>
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      <category domain="category">Special Needs Transportation</category>
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      <title>Annette Brown Always Takes the Extra Time: Meet Our 2026 School Bus Driver Hero</title>
      <description><![CDATA[For more than 30 years, the Wa-Nee Community Schools driver has treated students like family, combining safety, compassion, and servant leadership to make a lasting difference on and beyond the school bus.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/annette-brown-always-takes-the-extra-time-meet-our-2026-school-bus-driver-hero</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:15:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">school transportation</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Women Drivers</category>
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      <title>&apos;I’m a School Bus Driver, You Can Trust Me&apos;</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A crowded Cleveland parking lot, a full-size pickup, and five unexpected words turned a stressful moment into a reminder of just how much trust we place in school bus drivers every day.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/blogposts/im-a-school-bus-driver-you-can-trust-me</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:10:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Lauren Fletcher</dc:creator>
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      <title>Illegal School Bus Passing Drops 24% in New York Districts</title>
      <description><![CDATA[With fewer than 5% of citations involving repeat offenders, Westchester County officials said enforcement, education, and community partnerships are helping change driver behavior.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/illegal-school-bus-passing-drops-24-in-new-york-districts</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/illegal-school-bus-passing-drops-24-in-new-york-districts</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:30:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">stop-arm running/illegal passing</category>
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      <title>The Evolution of DEF Header Technology: What School Bus Operations Should Know at Replacement Time</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See what school bus fleets should consider when replacing DEF headers to improve reliability, reduce repeat repairs, and control maintenance costs.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/the-evolution-of-def-header-technology-what-school-bus-operations-should-know-at-replacement-time</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/the-evolution-of-def-header-technology-what-school-bus-operations-should-know-at-replacement-time</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:52:18 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Maintenance</category>
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      <category domain="category">Maintenance</category>
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      <title>School&apos;s Back. Here&apos;s What Happened to Traffic, Speeding &amp; Distraction</title>
      <description><![CDATA[What happens to traffic when school resumes? New data analysis examines changes in distracted driving, congestion, and speeding around schools.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/schools-back-heres-what-happened-to-traffic-speeding-distraction</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/schools-back-heres-what-happened-to-traffic-speeding-distraction</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:30:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">distracted driving</category>
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      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
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      <title>Geotab Expands Fleet Safety Tools With Video Coaching, Risk Insights</title>
      <description><![CDATA[New safety and video capabilities aim to help fleet managers assess risk, support drivers, and take targeted action through video coaching, red-light violation detection, and more.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/geotab-expands-fleet-safety-tools-with-video-coaching-risk-insights</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/geotab-expands-fleet-safety-tools-with-video-coaching-risk-insights</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:26:40 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
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      <title>5 Video Interviews That Stuck With Me</title>
      <description><![CDATA[After more than 100 episodes of The Route, SBF’s editor looks back at the unforgettable conversations and the school transportation lessons that we won’t forget.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/blogposts/5-video-interviews-that-stuck-with-me</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/blogposts/5-video-interviews-that-stuck-with-me</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:00:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">The Route</category>
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      <title>How to Build a Better Driver Training Program</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Ready to boost up your school bus instructor training? Here’s how to pick the right talent and improve recruitment, retention, and safety. ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/podcasts/how-to-build-a-better-driver-training-program</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/podcasts/how-to-build-a-better-driver-training-program</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:15:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>How to Build a Better School Bus Driver Training Program </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Is it time to strengthen your driver training? Here’s how to pick the right talent and improve recruitment, retention, and safety. This video is brought to you by IC Bus.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/how-to-build-a-better-school-bus-driver-training-program</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/how-to-build-a-better-school-bus-driver-training-program</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:30:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>CALSTART and Forth Combine to Form Catalyst Mobility</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The new name represents a renewed vision for the nonprofit focused on advancing clean, equitable, and affordable transportation solutions that move people and goods.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/calstart-and-forth-combine-to-form-catalyst-mobility</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/calstart-and-forth-combine-to-form-catalyst-mobility</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:33:14 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Alex Roman</dc:creator>
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      <title>What Makes a Great School Bus Driver Trainer?</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Choosing the right school bus driver trainer takes more than experience. Learn six keys to selecting and developing trainers and evaluating program effectiveness.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/what-makes-a-great-school-bus-driver-trainer</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/what-makes-a-great-school-bus-driver-trainer</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:05:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>Recent School Bus Accidents Leave 2 Dead, 2 Injured</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Four school bus crashes in Florida, Illinois, and Georgia highlight risks in transportation lots, at bus stops, and during student loading and unloading.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/recent-school-bus-accidents-leave-2-dead-2-injured</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/recent-school-bus-accidents-leave-2-dead-2-injured</guid>
      <pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:38:17 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
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      <title>School Bus Contractors Expand Through New Deals, Acquisitions &amp; Partnerships</title>
      <description><![CDATA[STA's Canadian division acquires Ontario-based G&L Stevenson Transport; Durham School Services adds a new district in California; First Student expands in New Jersey; and Minnesota Coaches rebrands and acquires Halo Transportation.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/school-bus-contractors-expand-through-new-deals-acquisitions-partnerships</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/school-bus-contractors-expand-through-new-deals-acquisitions-partnerships</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:59:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>When Every Second Matters, Clarity Keeps Routes Moving</title>
      <description><![CDATA[From routine delays to urgent incidents, strong communication practices help drivers, dispatchers, schools, and families respond with confidence.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/when-every-second-matters-clarity-keeps-routes-moving</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/when-every-second-matters-clarity-keeps-routes-moving</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:36:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The Essential Guide to School Bus Maintenance and Student Safety</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Your district's buses carry students to school every day. This guide shows how predictive maintenance powered by fleet data helps keep buses reliable, drivers accountable and students safer from the first bell to the last stop.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/whitepapers/the-essential-guide-to-school-bus-maintenance-and-student-safety-v2</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:06:44 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>What Happens When a School Bus Catches Fire — and What Can Help</title>
      <description><![CDATA[School bus fires are rare but can be devastating. Learn how advances in fire suppression and asset protection help fleets detect fires earlier, reduce damage, and improve safety.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/what-happens-when-a-school-bus-catches-fire-and-what-can-help</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/what-happens-when-a-school-bus-catches-fire-and-what-can-help</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:15:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>Logan Bus Company Rolls Out AI Phone System for NYC School Bus Families</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A summer pilot found that AI agents could handle most routine calls, freeing up time for customer service staff to focus on emergencies and complex family concerns.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/logan-bus-rolls-out-ai-phone-system-for-nyc-school-bus-families</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/logan-bus-rolls-out-ai-phone-system-for-nyc-school-bus-families</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:00:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">school buses</category>
      <category domain="tag">transportation technology</category>
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      <title>From Intent to Impact: What I Learned About Leadership from TAPT</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A Texas transportation supervisor shares lessons on self-awareness, accountability, managing stress and building trust — and why investing in leadership development matters at every stage of your career.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/from-intent-to-impact-what-i-learned-about-leadership-from-tapt</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/from-intent-to-impact-what-i-learned-about-leadership-from-tapt</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:30:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Management/Leadership</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
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      <category domain="tag">leadership</category>
      <category domain="tag">workforce development</category>
      <category domain="tag">Texas</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>Alt-Fuel Moves: New Buses, Charging Hubs &amp; Real-World EV Testing</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Propane and electric school bus deployments continue to grow as districts add new vehicles, expand charging infrastructure, and gather more real-world operating data.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/alt-fuel-moves-new-buses-charging-hubs-real-world-ev-testing</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/alt-fuel-moves-new-buses-charging-hubs-real-world-ev-testing</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:39:07 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">propane school buses</category>
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      <title>NAPT Names 2026 Award Recipients, Hall of Fame Inductee</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Who earned national recognition for their work in student transportation? This year, NAPT named five recipients of its 2026 awards for service, safety, and leadership, plus its newest Hall of Famer.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/napt-names-2026-award-recipients</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/napt-names-2026-award-recipients</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:02:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>2026 State of Student Transportation Report </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Driver shortages. Rising costs. Growing safety expectations. More data, but not enough time to act on it. The 2026 State of Student Transportation Report reveals what transportation leaders say is putting the most pressure on their operations—and where they’re investing next. See how your priorities compare.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/whitepapers/2026-state-of-student-transportation-report-v2</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/whitepapers/2026-state-of-student-transportation-report-v2</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:44:06 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">whitepapers</category>
      <category domain="tag">Business Management</category>
      <category domain="tag">student transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Management</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <bbm:companyName>Zonar Systems</bbm:companyName>
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      <title>Geotab Launches Tool to Help Fleets Investigate Road Incidents</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Geotab Investigations combines telematics data, video, documents, and other evidence to help fleets reconstruct incidents, resolve claims, and determine what happened.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/geotab-launches-tool-to-help-fleets-investigate-road-incidents</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/geotab-launches-tool-to-help-fleets-investigate-road-incidents</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:40:21 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Safety</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">geotab</category>
      <category domain="tag">vehicle tracking/GPS</category>
      <category domain="tag">investigation</category>
      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
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      <title>How to De-Escalate an Angry Person: 5 Steps for Handling Workplace Conflict</title>
      <description><![CDATA[What makes emotions run high, and how should you handle an angry colleague or parent? Follow these steps for staying calm, listening, showing empathy, and resolving conflict.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/digital-cover-features/how-to-de-escalate-an-angry-person-5-steps-for-handling-workplace-conflict</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/digital-cover-features/how-to-de-escalate-an-angry-person-5-steps-for-handling-workplace-conflict</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:15:21 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management/Leadership</category>
      <category domain="content-type">digital-cover-features</category>
      <category domain="tag">workplace issues</category>
      <category domain="tag">Leadership</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <category domain="category">Leadership</category>
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      <title>Changing Lanes: Executive Moves at Summit School Services, Zum, STA, Cummins, Transit Technologies, Driventic, &amp; Cadex</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See who's been hired, promoted, and appointed to leadership positions at various school transportation industry suppliers and private contractors.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/changing-lanes-executive-moves-at-summit-school-services-zum-sta-cummins-transit-technologies-driventic-cadex</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/changing-lanes-executive-moves-at-summit-school-services-zum-sta-cummins-transit-technologies-driventic-cadex</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:35:16 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management/People</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Executive Appointment</category>
      <category domain="tag">new hires</category>
      <category domain="tag">promotions</category>
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      <title>Texas Sixth Grader Wins 2026 National School Bus Safety Poster Contest</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Sai Darshana Yekolu of Moseley Middle School in Prosper, Texas, was named the newest winner for her artwork, bringing the theme of “Safe Rides, Everyday Heroes” to life.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/texas-sixth-grader-wins-2026-national-school-bus-safety-poster-contest</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/texas-sixth-grader-wins-2026-national-school-bus-safety-poster-contest</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:55:30 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Safety</category>
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      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
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      <title>Industry Moves: Companies Expand Fleet Service &amp; EV Infrastructure Footprints</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The new facilities and regional hubs could mean faster access to shop equipment, charging support, and transportation technology for fleet operators.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/industry-moves-companies-expand-fleet-service-ev-infrastructure-footprints</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/industry-moves-companies-expand-fleet-service-ev-infrastructure-footprints</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:59:39 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management/Business &amp; Industry </category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">transportation technology</category>
      <category domain="tag">fleet</category>
      <category domain="tag">infrastructure</category>
      <category domain="tag">BendPak</category>
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      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <category domain="category">Business &amp; Industry </category>
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      <title>Doing More With Less: How Transportation Directors Can Prioritize Safety Amid Budget Uncertainty</title>
      <description><![CDATA[With diesel prices soaring and nearly one-third of transportation directors expecting budget cuts, maintaining student safety has never been more challenging. Download this guide to learn how leading districts are prioritizing risk, funding critical safety technology, and building stronger budget cases with data.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/whitepapers/doing-more-with-less-how-transportation-directors-can-prioritize-safety-amid-budget-uncertainty</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/whitepapers/doing-more-with-less-how-transportation-directors-can-prioritize-safety-amid-budget-uncertainty</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:51:22 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Safety</category>
      <category domain="content-type">whitepapers</category>
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      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <bbm:companyName>Pro-Vision Video Systems</bbm:companyName>
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      <title>Walton County Schools Adds Gatekeeper Stop-Arm Enforcement System</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Florida district will deploy Gatekeeper’s updated Student Protector technology, which now incorporates AI to improve video evidence.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/walton-county-schools-adds-gatekeeper-stop-arm-enforcement-system</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/walton-county-schools-adds-gatekeeper-stop-arm-enforcement-system</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:13:27 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Safety</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">video surveillance</category>
      <category domain="tag">school bus security</category>
      <category domain="tag">safety</category>
      <category domain="tag">Gatekeeper</category>
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      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
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      <title>How To Build a More Secure School Bus Yard During and After Hours </title>
      <description><![CDATA[As thefts and overnight security threats continue, school transportation leaders are combining stronger operational practices with AI-enabled surveillance to better protect buses, facilities, and staff.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/how-to-build-a-more-secure-school-bus-yard-during-and-after-hours</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/how-to-build-a-more-secure-school-bus-yard-during-and-after-hours</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:12:54 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Safety</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">school transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">security</category>
      <category domain="tag">video surveillance</category>
      <category domain="tag">cameras</category>
      <category domain="tag">vehicle security</category>
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      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
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      <title>Zum Reaches 19 States With New York Expansion</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The addition of the Empire State to the student transportation company's roster marks a growing expansion in the Northeast as it scales its tech and school bus services.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/zum-reaches-19-states-with-new-york-expansion</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/zum-reaches-19-states-with-new-york-expansion</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 21:59:43 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
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      <title>First Student Updates Its Parent App</title>
      <description><![CDATA[First View connects both yellow bus and alternative transportation, giving families one platform to track student trips for the new school year, with 15 languages supported.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/first-student-updates-its-parent-app</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/first-student-updates-its-parent-app</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 21:01:11 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
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      <title>Fewer Electric School Bus Models Reshape the U.S. Market</title>
      <description><![CDATA[WRI’s latest buyer’s guide points to a consolidating electric school bus market, but fewer options may reflect a maturing industry rather than fewer meaningful choices for school bus operators.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/fewer-electric-school-bus-models-reshape-the-us-market</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/fewer-electric-school-bus-models-reshape-the-us-market</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:30:04 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">zero emissions</category>
      <category domain="tag">fleet management</category>
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      <category domain="tag">school transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">electric buses</category>
      <category domain="category">Alternative Fuels</category>
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      <title> BraunAbility Introduces New Safety Barrier for Wheelchair Lifts</title>
      <description><![CDATA[LiftSentinel is designed to add another layer of protection during wheelchair loading and unloading and can be retrofitted to many existing commercial lift installations.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/braunability-introduces-new-safety-barrier-for-wheelchair-lifts</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/braunability-introduces-new-safety-barrier-for-wheelchair-lifts</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:10:18 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
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      <category domain="category">Special Needs Transportation</category>
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      <title>FMCSA Names New Chief Safety Officer: What School Bus Operators Should Know</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Steve Dowling is set to lead the federal agency's efforts to advance commercial motor vehicle safety and reduce crashes, fatalities, and injuries on the nation's roadways.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/fmcsa-names-new-chief-safety-officer-what-school-bus-operators-should-know</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/fmcsa-names-new-chief-safety-officer-what-school-bus-operators-should-know</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:20:13 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">FMCSA</category>
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      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
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      <title>New Study Finds School Zone Speed Safety Cameras Cut Speeding Violations 97%</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A Florida university's research demonstrates that Verra Mobility's automated enforcement changes driver behavior and significantly improves school zone safety.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/new-study-finds-school-zone-speed-safety-cameras-cut-speeding-violations-97</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/new-study-finds-school-zone-speed-safety-cameras-cut-speeding-violations-97</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:55:13 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">safety violations</category>
      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
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      <title>The Back-to-School Checklist Every Director Should Complete Before the First Bell</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Help your transportation team start the school year strong with these tips for contingency planning, communication, fleet visibility, technology, and trip management.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/the-back-to-school-checklist-every-director-should-complete-before-the-first-bell</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/the-back-to-school-checklist-every-director-should-complete-before-the-first-bell</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:25:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">CharterUP</category>
      <category domain="tag">charter and tour</category>
      <category domain="tag">motorcoach/charter buses</category>
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      <title>What Changed in DOT’s New National Roadway Safety Strategy?</title>
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      <title>How a New York District Cut Nearly $1M in Transportation Costs While Expanding Bus Access</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A data-driven overhaul with BusRight reduced Poughkeepsie City School District's planned routes from 26 to 17 while extending school bus service to about 1,200 additional students.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:00:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Leading with Compassion &amp; Curiosity</title>
      <description><![CDATA[What if the story you're telling yourself isn't true? Learning about emotional intelligence can improve communication and culture in school transportation and beyond.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/blogposts/leading-with-compassion-curiosity</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:00:04 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>Budgets Down, Enrollment Shifting: What the Data Says Districts Should Watch</title>
      <description><![CDATA[School transportation departments face two converging challenges this year: tightening budgets and shifting enrollment. Most districts still address these issues separately, but the assumption that either trend will simplify operations is proving incorrect.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:49:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>These 8 School Transportation Companies Made the 2026 Inc. 5000 List</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Find out which school transportation contractors, technology providers, and suppliers ranked among America’s fastest-growing private companies.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:24:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The Link Between Emotional Intelligence and School Bus Safety</title>
      <description><![CDATA[How can emotional intelligence help transportation pros navigate stress, manage change, and build stronger relationships? Listen to find out.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/podcasts/the-link-between-emotional-intelligence-and-school-bus-safety</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:48:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>What Emotional Intelligence Has to Do With School Bus Safety</title>
      <description><![CDATA[In this video, discover how emotional intelligence can help transportation leaders and drivers navigate stress, manage change, and build stronger relationships. The Route is sponsored by IC Bus.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:20:23 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>Beyond Two-Way Radios: School Bus Communications Evolve With Push-to-Talk Over Cellular</title>
      <description><![CDATA[PRYME Radio and PositionPTT join forces to advance hands-free radio use and reduce distracted driving. See how PoC compares with traditional radios on range, cost, safety, and connectivity.]]></description>
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      <title>Have School Districts Adapted to Bus Driver Shortages or Simply Accepted Less Service?</title>
      <description><![CDATA[According to a recent report from HopSkipDrive, many districts appear to have recalibrated what "normal" transportation service looks like.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:38:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The Fuel Budget You Can Actually Predict: How Propane Autogas Keeps Money in the Classroom</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Learn how propane autogas helps school districts manage fuel costs with predictable pricing, lower maintenance, and reduced emissions from former transportation director Joel Stutheit.]]></description>
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      <title>Reliable Transportation Linked to Better Student Outcomes, New EverDriven Study Finds</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See why new research suggests transportation consistency improves student outcomes while influencing attendance, funding, IEP compliance, and family trust.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/reliable-transportation-linked-to-better-student-outcomes-new-everdriven-study-finds</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:45:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Hendrickson, Driventic Introduce New Electric Powertrain for School Buses</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ELECTRAAX, the electrified, lightweight drive axle offers integrated ePowertrain efficiency and modular flexibility for Class 6–7 school bus use.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:45:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Are Autonomous Vehicles Ready to Safely Navigate School Bus Stops?</title>
      <description><![CDATA[NHTSA is accelerating autonomous vehicle deployment through new safety standards and commercial approvals. See why school transportation leaders are watching.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/are-autonomous-vehicles-ready-to-safely-navigate-school-bus-stops</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:37:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Kerry Brothers Grows Michigan School Bus Repair Network</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The acquisition of Downriver Truck and Bus expands Kerry Brothers’ school bus maintenance footprint across southeast Michigan, adding repair capacity, diagnostic resources, and state inspection support.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/kerry-brothers-grows-michigan-school-bus-repair-network</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:05:25 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>NFL Star Lomas Brown Kicks Off New Illegal School Bus Passing PSA</title>
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      <title>The Mobility House Joins PowerFlex in Fleet Electrification Deal</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The acquisition combines intelligent charging software, bidirectional charging expertise, and fleet electrification services to support the growing adoption of electric school buses across North America.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/the-mobility-house-joins-powerflex-in-fleet-electrification-deal</link>
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      <title>Switzer-CARTY Enters the U.S. with New Acquisition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Canadian contractor’s acquisition of Minnesota-based Agnes Corporation marks its first cross-border expansion into the United States and adds 350 vehicles.]]></description>
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      <title>Alt-Fuel Moves: Electric School Bus Investments Hit the Road</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See which districts across the U.S. are putting electric school buses into service, expanding charging infrastructure, and planning the next phase of fleet electrification.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/alt-fuel-moves-electric-school-bus-investments-hit-the-road</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:01:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <title>Student Transportation Leaders Gather at NSTA Annual Meeting &amp; Convention</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Patrick Dean recaps key moments from NSTA’s 2026 Annual Meeting & Convention, including advocacy efforts, AI discussions, OEM insights, and federal policy updates.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/blogposts/student-transportation-leaders-gather-at-nsta-annual-meeting-convention</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:55:25 GMT</pubDate>
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