By Iriz Guerrero When it comes to repairing or refurbishing a vehicle – whether the damage is from a single event or wear over time – there are many variables to be considered When it comes to repairing or refurbishing a vehicle – whether the damage is from a single event or wear over […]
From humble beginnings as a solution to one trucking operator’s own outsourced maintenance frustrations, RTG Fleet Maintenance has rapidly evolved into a nationally operating mobile fleet service provider with a quickly expanding footprint in the motorcoach, school bus and transit industries. Why? Uniquely, RTG is an onsite maintenance provider that travels to the […]
By Elliott Carson, Founder, Spring Bird A sideswipe that twists the frame. A battery fire in the lower bay. A street collision during peak service. These moments don’t just disrupt operations — they create sudden, high-stakes decisions. Do we repair? Replace? Or pause and reassess? Not every incident demands a new vehicle. And […]
Last month BUSRide Maintenance convened a remote meeting to discuss the intricacies of bus collision work, the benefits of refurbishment and remanufacturing, and the dangers of miscalculating major repairs. These are the results of that discussion. Our panelists: Ed Harmon – National Director of Operations, Southwest Region – ABC Companies Steve Walther – Collision Manager […]
By Guido Pippa Painting large buses and rail cars is quite different than the automobile painting found at normal collision repair centers. There is no one-size-fits-all method for painting large equipment Here are some key details to look for when spec’ing a paint system for your application. System and project quality The overall quality of […]
BUSRide Maintenance convened a panel of experts in collision repair, vehicle refurbishment and remanufacturing. In a fascinating discussion, they consider damage thresholds for outsourcing collision work; the relative benefits of refurbishing a bus; and major industry developments affecting bus owners and operators. Ed Harmon – National Director of Operations, Southeast Region – ABC Companies Steve […]