School bus history
The year the first school bus was introduced.
1827 (horse drawn carriage)
This manufacturer makes the Vision model.
Bluebird
This engine is known for its durability and was used in IC buses.
the T444E
All school buses are required to have this emergency feature on every exit.
roof hatches and rear-door alarms
The average school bus life span in years.
10-12 years
This iconic color is associated with school buses.
National School Bus Glossy Yellow
The FS-65 was produced by this company.
Thomas built buses (Freightliner at the time)
A propane-powered engine commonly found in Blue Bird Visions.
the Roush CleanTech Propane 6.8L V10
The flashing red lights indicate this action for drivers.
Stop for loading and unloading students
The state with the most school buses in operation.
Texas
The 1939 conference standardized this aspect of school buses.
design of the school bus color and safety features
This Type D model was popular in the 1990s from Blue Bird.
the All American
Cummins produces this popular school bus engine model.
the Cummins ISB
This type of crossing arm is required by law in many jurisdictions.
the crossing arm
School buses transport this percentage of students in the U.S. daily.
50%
The name of the first school bus manufacturer.
Wayne Works
This Canadian company specializes in electric buses.
Lion Electric
The Detroit Diesel engine series commonly seen in Thomas Built buses.
Detroit Diesel 6V92
Seat belts became required in this state first
California
This country developed a double-decker school bus model.
United Kingdom
The oldest continuously operating school bus manufacturer in North America.
Blue Bird
This model replaced the Saf-T-Liner ER for Thomas Built Buses.
Saf-T-Liner HDX
The first electric drivetrain model offered by Lion Electric.
Lion Electric Type C electric powertrain
The federal safety standard that governs school bus design and construction.
FMVSS 222
The fastest speed ever recorded by a modified school bus.
367 mph