Inside COVER STORY


MARCH 2024 Volume 34 Issue 03


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Considering all Variables Transportation directors discuss the various factors that impact their daily routes, from the driver shortage to


weather. FEATURES


28 Another AI


Use-Case Key performance indicators are becoming easier to track, whether in the shop or on the road, with the help of artificial intelligence software.


6 School Transportation News • MARCH 2024


46 Out for Bid


Many different companies offer similar school bus equipment and technology. Directors share what they look for when bidding a new puchase.


56 Comparing Fuel


Efficiency The numbers weigh in favor of electric school buses when calculating cost-per-mile of operation


PHOTO BY TAYLOR EKBATANI


PHOTO COURTESY OF TRANSFINDER


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