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Interview only the best drivers

Scheig Associates’ solutions ensure that only superior applicants make it to the interview phase.

Overcoming battery charging imbalance

By Brad Bisaillon With the emergence of advanced electrical systems in today’s bus designs, reliance on batteries to power them has become increasingly important. These continually evolving electrical subsystems are putting a tremendous strain on the batteries that power them, so effective management of the battery bank’s charge and discharge characteristics are imperative to extending […]

Six ways tires save fuel

Tires play a critical role in improving mileage.

A wheel’s shine is not skin-deep

Choosing the right chrome wheels means easier cleaning.

Spec’ing saves money

Making the right tire choice will reduce costs over time.

Krystal moves forward under new management

ElDorado National Kansas continues with quality improvements to the brand By David Hubbard Krystal has been on an exciting ride over the last year. It began when ElDorado National Kansas, Inc., Salinas, KS, acquired the brand in October of 2012 and then transitioned to new ownership in July as Thor Industries divested its entire bus […]

Best of BUSRide nominations are now open!

Click here to nominate now!   With the Best of BUSRide Awards, BUSRide devotes the December issue to the bus and coach industry’s best and brightest. In this annual presentation, BUSRide bestows badges on the safest, greenest, most efficient and innovative transit agencies, coach operators, and bus and equipment manufacturers in transportation. In the transit, […]

QAS ensures repeatable success

MCI line techs are empowered to contribute and ensure quality work.

HVAC compliance and regulation

Air-conditioning innovations help the bus industry to comply.

Have a playbook for the unthinkable

The DATTCO Emergency Preparedness Plan provides online intelligence for first responders.