In today’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape, sustainability has become a global focus. But what does that even mean? For Thomas Built Buses, it’s about defining our commitment to our organization, our industry and the communities we serve. While our electric school bus, the Saf-T-Liner® C2 Jouley®, and its many milestones (including the recent delivery of our 1,000th) often come to…
Upgrading the C2’s User-Experience for a New Era of Drivers
Student safety is in the hands of school bus drivers. The more comfortable and confident drivers feel, the more safely they drive.
For the last 20 years, Thomas Built Buses has supplied the industry with advanced electronics engineered with safety prioritized in every detail. Our Saf-T-Liner® C2 was designed…
As electric school buses continue to gain momentum across the U.S. through federal incentives like the EPA’s Clean School Bus Program, school districts are looking for help in transitioning their traditional bus fleets to electric, including building out electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure.
Building and implementing charging infrastructure can be a daunting task, with challenges…
From Kendra Eads, VP of Engineering and Technology at Thomas Built Buses
As we gear up for the back-to-school season, it’s important to recognize the significant advancements in school bus technology that enhance the safety and well-being of our students during their daily journeys.
At Thomas Built Buses, our commitment to safety is evident in our mission and…
The cost of fuel and overall fuel efficiency are significant factors that can drastically affect the total cost of ownership (TCO) of your fleet. Thomas Built buses, which have Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) emissions systems, can provide from 7% to 27% better fuel economy than traditional Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) technology. Alternative fuel buses with compressed natural gas or propane autogas engines may be able to offer even greater fuel savings.
But what if you cannot afford a new bus at this time? Or, what if you have a newer bus but wish to reduce your fuel economy even more? The solution may be in your drivers’ driving habits. By monitoring and changing your drivers’ habits, you could start to see significant fuels savings, not to mention reduced emissions and even an improved safety record. To decrease your fuel consumption and overall TCO, here are a few driving habits to watch out for:
To learn more about how driving habits can affect your TCO, or to request driver training, contact your local dealer.