
Cover design by Kimber Horne
Photo by Blue Bird
Buying a new school bus fuel or energy type is no small decision for student transportation operators. Dive into this month’s issue to learn more about what factors are involved in clean fuel purchasing decisions, how to implement the kind of technology that school bus drivers actually want and need, understanding how to convert data into actionable insights and how to plan the perfect technology rollout.
Also find the latest conference news, including a recap of ACT Expo and a preview of the upcoming STN EXPO West conference, this July in Reno, Nevada.
Read the full June 2026 issue.
Cover Story
How Clean is Clean Enough?
Experts say it’s important to all weigh all factors when purchasing a new school bus fuel or energy type.
Features
Full Potential
Implementing technology solutions that drivers want and know how to use could be the secret sauce to keeping them behind the wheel.
Tackling the Data Challenge
The promise of compiled data is most beneficial when transportation leaders understand what the information means to their operations.
Special Reports
Planning the Perfect Rollout: Secrets for Successful Software, Hardware Upgrades
Choosing the timeframe for when to implement a new hardware or software project is just as important as choosing the provider.
Conversations
ACT Expo Recap
Ad Index
Editor’s Take by Ryan Gray
Alternative to Fueling Discomfort
Publisher’s Corner by Tony Corpin
Bus Tech, Energy Take Center Stage




















