Inside COVER STORY


NOVEMBER 2023 Volume 33 Issue 11


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2023 Transportation Director of the Year Teresa Fleming with The School District of Philadelphia is no stranger to the various challenges in transportation,


but her hard work and determination ensure students are transported to and from school each day. FEATURES


22 The Wheels on the


Bus Go Round Tires are what keep school buses moving to pick up and drop off students. But how does tread wear differ depending on the fuel/energy choice powering the vehicle?


32 Is New Tech Making


School Buses Safer? From automatic emergency braking to rear cameras, school bus technology is ever-evolving. Adopting available technologies could be the difference in safety for the student passengers.


4 School Transportation News • NOVEMBER 2023


42 Consider Technology


Lifecycle Breaking any type of equipment is never ideal, but ensuring the technology purchased contains warranties helps safeguard against unexpected fees.


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