Bus Maintenance Checklist
Whether you’re a bus driver or the director of a bus service, keeping your bus safe and away from damage is always important. Public transportation buses, school buses and other types of charter buses need dedicated attention to perform …
How Much Does a School Bus Cost?
In 2021, 22.5% of schools plan to invest in clean diesel buses. In North Carolina, the average Type C bus retires after 20 years (about 250,000 miles), while the smaller Type A and Type B buses last 14.3 years. With …
Electric Buses Guide: What They Are and How They Work
Electric buses are bursting onto the scene for cities, private transit companies and schools looking for an alternative to traditional buses. These buses are more eco-friendly and can also save you money over time, so it’s no wonder they are …
Trouble Starting your Diesel Engine in Cold Weather?
Have you had trouble starting your Diesel engine in cold weather?
We’ve had some frigid temperatures across North Carolina this winter, making it difficult for some buses to start in the morning. For the Blue Bird Propane Powered Bus, cold …
Lego Engine Build Event for STEM Students
In early May, Gregory Poole Bus Sales & Service participated in a Lego Engine Build event at the Cummins engine plant. The event was attended by STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) students from the Nash – Rocky Mount School …