Mike Bullman, director of transportation for the South Carolina Department of Education, joins Blue Bird Corporation to discuss the state of South Carolina’s school bus fleet diversification. The state of South Carolina started purchasing propane buses with VW settlement funds. According to Bullman, propane school buses have "grown into an intricate part and an important part of our fleet." The state current operates 10% of its fleet with propane with the goal to bring it up to 20% Watch the 20-minute podcast to learn about the state's opportunities and benefits of operating propane, gasoline and electric school buses; duty-cycle and fueling considerations for route planning; funding; driver feedback; and more. https://lnkd.in/guZbfHzt
ROUSH CleanTech
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
Livonia, MI 4,446 followers
A division of Roush Enterprises, we develop advanced clean transportation solutions to reduce costs and emissions.
About us
ROUSH CleanTech, a division of the global engineering company Roush Enterprises, is an advanced clean transportation solutions company. We have focused on developing innovative and reliable clean fuel system technology since our inception in 2010. Our company designs, engineers, manufactures and installs clean technology fuel systems, including propane autogas technology for medium-duty Ford commercial vehicles and school buses. ROUSH CleanTech delivers economical and clean transportation options. We’ve sold more than 37,000 advanced clean vehicles across the U.S. and Canada. Chances are, you’ve seen one of our school buses, transit shuttles or commercial vehicles on the road. PRODUCTS Propane autogas platforms: • Ford E-450 cutaway and stripped chassis • Ford F-650 / F-750 chassis cab • Ford F-53 and F-59 stripped chassis • Blue Bird Vision Type C school buses • Micro Bird G5 Type A school buses Gasoline platform: • Blue Bird Vision Type C school buses AWARDS Heavy Duty Trucking’s Top 20 New Products (for ultra-low NOx propane autogas engine) (2019 and 2020). Crain’s Detroit Business’ Fast 50 (Roush Enterprises)(2018). Blue Bird Corporation’s Supplier of the Year (2017). Blue Bird Powertrain Supplier of the Year (2016). Michigan Green Leader - Honorary award (2013). Blue Bird Supplier of the Year (2012, 2013, 2014). Green Fleet Sustainability All-Stars (2012, 2013).
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http://www.ROUSHcleantech.com
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- Industry
- Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Livonia, MI
- Type
- Public Company
- Founded
- 2010
- Specialties
- Automotive, Alternative fuel vehicles, Fleet vehicle sales, Customer service, Propane fuel systems, Battery electric vehicles, Advanced transportation, and School bus sales
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28250 Plymouth Rd.
Suite K
Livonia, MI 48150, US
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Blue Bird Corporation's Steve Whaley discusses why over 1,000 of the nation's school districts are using propane school buses. https://bit.ly/3VQLsVk #Propane #PropaneBus
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What are some of the top operations issues with propane vehicles? How do maintenance requirements for propane vehicles differ from diesel or gasoline vehicles? Propane has been fueling vehicles for more than 100 years. It’s a readily available, safe and economical fuel with simple maintenance requirements. For example, the engines require less oil by volume than diesel and no additional diesel emission fluids. There are no after-treatment items to service, such as maintenance parts and fluids, because propane’s chemical properties allow it to power an engine while reducing the emissions released into the atmosphere. Technicians can be trained to service propane vehicles through online courses or in-person workshops. #Propane
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School Transportation News writes: "When electric isn't the right fit, school district leaders look toward other green fleet options. For Neosho School District in Missouri, propane has stood out as the winning choice for the past 10 years." https://bit.ly/4cKnAJP Blue Bird Corporation
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Did You Know? You can get federal alternative fuel tax credits for propane vehicles and infrastructure. https://bit.ly/465aRQ5 #Propane #TaxCredits
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When propane is used to fuel vehicles, it can be called propane, propane autogas or LPG. No matter the name, this versatile and eco-friendly fuel is making a big impact on reducing emissions, cutting costs and promoting sustainability. https://bit.ly/4brPMQD #Propane
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A West Virginia transit agency turns to propane buses, citing the alternative fuel's reduced cost, price stability and cleaner emissions. https://bit.ly/3W8Oo17 Mountain Line Transit Authority
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Washington's Peninsula School District shares its excitement over propane school buses on its website. The district chose propane buses for their cost savings, performance, environmental impact and reliability. https://bit.ly/3yXVdcx Peninsula School District Blue Bird Corporation
Exciting News: PSD Adds Propane Buses to Our Fleet!
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An Indiana school district chooses propane buses. From WLKY News: "Adding propane buses will help the district better protect students from harmful emissions and the health ailments they may trigger or aggravate. 'Kids are more susceptible to a lot of these than adults and the three main things were lung cancer, asthma, and allergies, and so we’re hoping to kind of do our part,' said Daniel Borders, transportation director for Greater Clark Count Schools in Indiana. That the district is pushing for changes to protect student (and community) health is good news to Clark County Health Officer, Dr. Eric Yazel." https://bit.ly/4eerOv3 Blue Bird Corporation Greater Clark County Schools
Greater Clark County Schools receives EPA rebate for cleaner buses
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