School Bus Fleet Magazine

06/03/2026

⚡ What if a school bus could do more than transport students?

At , Joe Annotti of TRC Companies, Inc. shared why the future of school transportation may be as much about energy management as it is about transportation. From grant funding and utility constraints to AI and vehicle-to-grid opportunities, he explains the trends shaping the next generation of fleet operations.

Watch the full interview 👉 https://loom.ly/SLRQk3c

Sit down with Joe Annotti of TRC Companies to talk district grant funding, utility challenges, AI, and why school buses are evolving from transportation assets into energy assets.

06/03/2026

🔌 No 480V infrastructure? No problem.

At , Power Innovations International showcased EV charging technology designed to give school bus fleets more flexibility, easier maintenance, and future-ready vehicle-to-grid capabilities.

Check out what they shared here!

06/03/2026

Leaderboards, donuts, high-fives, and genuine connection. 🤝

BusRight CEO Keith Corso explains why great leadership isn't about paperwork or policies; it's about showing up for your team and building energetic, authentic relationships every day.

06/02/2026

☀️ Parked buses can turn into ovens.

At , ExoAir Systems showcased its roof-mounted AC unit designed to keep school buses cool for up to 10 hours — no idling required.

Could this be a solution for districts battling extreme heat, driver comfort concerns, and rising fuel costs? Watch our conversation with Jeff Weiss to learn more.

06/02/2026

🚨 Reminder: There’s still time to nominate a hero behind the wheel.

Every day, school bus drivers go above and beyond to keep students safe and supported. If you know a driver who shows courage, integrity, and dedication, now’s the time to recognize them.

But hurry, because nominations for the 2026 School Bus Driver Hero close June 30.

Help us celebrate the everyday heroes in student transportation. 👉 https://loom.ly/-K5rDVs

The School Bus Driver Hero Award program is presented by School Bus Fleet and sponsored by AngelTrax.

Nominations are now open for the second annual 2026 School Bus Driver Hero Award. Help us honor the drivers who selflessly dedicate themselves to ensuring the safety, well-being, and success of the...

06/01/2026

New York lawmakers are moving to delay the state's electric school bus mandate by five years, citing concerns around vehicle costs, charging infrastructure, grid capacity, and operational realities for school districts. But that's only part of the story.

Across the country, lawmakers are also advancing new school transportation legislation focused on student safety, stop-arm enforcement, disability protections, and expanded funding opportunities for safer school bus routes.

From tougher penalties for illegal passing violations in Missouri and Illinois to new federal proposals supporting school bus safety infrastructure, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for school transportation policy.

📋 Read the full legislative roundup here: https://loom.ly/OsjkFSM

Plus, federal lawmakers seek new funding for school bus safety as states weigh stop-arm enforcement, disability protections, and education spending.

06/01/2026

Gatekeeper Systems Inc. is stacking up new school bus technology contracts — including a $1.2 million fleet upgrade deal with Atlanta Public Schools — while reporting record quarterly revenue growth.

The company says demand continues rising for onboard video, data collection, and subscription-based fleet management tools across student transportation.

The video solutions provider announces contracts with Atlanta Public Schools and other fleet operators as it records quarterly revenue growth and expanding subscription business.

06/01/2026

Is your department developing leaders or hoping your team figures it out on their own?

If it's the latter, you might be in trouble. A structured mentorship program can help school transportation departments build future leaders, improve retention, and create consistency in daily operations.

Here are five ways (and five mistakes) to build a mentorship program that actually works. Tips tried and true from district leader Bernando Brown! 👇
https://loom.ly/DaJmRvw

Discover five strategies for building an effective mentorship program to strengthen leadership development and support staff retention.

05/30/2026

Building a company that serves nearly a million parents and school transportation partners across 38 states isn't easy. In this clip, BusRight CEO Keith Corso shares what years of challenges taught him about motivation, leadership, and showing up every day when others depend on you.

05/29/2026

Most school transportation leaders say their routes are “somewhat efficient” — but the reality behind the scenes is far more complicated.

A new nationwide survey conducted by Transfinder found driver shortages, half-empty buses, bell schedules, and community expectations are forcing districts into difficult operational tradeoffs every day.

One respondent described their routes as looking “like someone threw a bowl of spaghetti on a map.”

See what districts across North America said about the biggest barriers to routing efficiency — and the strategies helping them adapt 👉 https://loom.ly/-HKD0EA

Transfinder's new data reveals how driver shortages, bell schedules, and community demands are limiting school bus routing efficiency nationwide — and what districts are doing.