TABLE OF CONTENTS August 2011 COVER STORY: As the summer begins to give way to


There's a reason that Collins, Mid Bus, and Corbeil build more Type A school buses than all the other brands combined: We build a better bus. Period.


the new school year, student transporters continue to be presented with challenges when making large bus purchasing deci- sions. Te manufacturers are trying to ease supply chains amid continually rising costs of the new buses tied to higher commodity prices, and they each offer options when it comes to financing and leasing purchases to help the customer get more bang for the buck. School bus customers also are presented with deci- sions on what size and type of bus to choose. School Transportation News tackles these issues and more this month.


COVER PHOTO: COURTESY THOMAS BUILT BUSES


Features: Keeping Supply Lines Open p. 32


Large bus manufacturers discuss state of the industry, solutions for customers; Lion Bus roars into the large bus market


Hydraulic Hybrid Systems:


A Coming Age for Student Transportation? p. 38 Technology being developed for hybrid vehicles promises increased fuel efficiency, reduced emissions


Call us or visit us on line and we'll get one of the best bus distributors in North America to show you the Collins difference.


Volume X Issue 08


Safe Returns p. 44


School officials say on-board, external camera systems are worth the investment for ensuring student safety


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