A-Z Bus Sales Blog

COLTON, CA. – On behalf of the California Association for Coordinated Transportation (CalACT), the Morongo Basin Transit Authority (MBTA) announced the awards of two zero-emissions platforms to A-Z Bus Sales (A-Z Bus). The awards were under MBTA’s recent RFP 19-01 bid. A-Z Bus is excited to receive a contract for both the Diamond Coach VIP cutaway shuttle bus and the Nor Cal Vans Ford Transit van, both powered by Lightning Systems’ all-electric zero-emission drivetrains.

CalACT is the largest state transit association in the United States, with over 300 members dedicated to promoting professional excellence, stimulating ideas, and advocating for effective community transportation. “A-Z has been a proud member of CalACT for over 26 years and appreciates the support that they [...]

A-Z Bus Sales, Inc., a leading provider of clean transportation solutions, delivered the first Type-D all electric school buses in the state with Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) capabilities. The Blue Bird EV school buses were delivered to Madera Unified School District in August, the first of many Type-D electric buses that can charge with both standard AC or DC fast charge. A-Z Bus Sales delivered the first Type-A electric buses in the state of California with V2G capabilities with partner Micro Bird last year.

COLTON, CALIF. – SEPTEMBER 13, 2020

“A-Z Bus and Blue Bird continue to lead the way with new innovative technologies for pupil transportation and we are excited for Madera Unified and their role as trail blazers in the state of California. This is just another way for school districts to make the adoption of electric technology more affordable and reduce the total cost of ownership,” said John Landherr, CEO and Chairman of A-Z Bus [...]

Diamond Coach manufactures rust free, impact resistant buses that provide superior resale value.  Offering a smooth, quiet ride, Diamond buses seat 16-28 riders.  These bus solutions are ideal for hotels, transit and parking authorities, healthcare, tour operators, sports clubs, and churches.

Diamond’s newest models are going electric! According to Diamond Coach, making the switch to an electric bus can result in an 85% reduction in operating costs. Check out the benefits of going electric:

🛠️ Reduces maintenance costs by 66%
🚌 Eliminates almost all engine maintenance
💸 Local or state grants and incentives available
🌎 Keeps Mother Nature happy

“For a school bus contractor to make the leap into electric means they’ve done their homework. They’ve analyzed the costs, the routes, and vetted the technology, and we’re proud that Michael’s Transportation chose Blue Bird as their all-electric choice,” said John Landherr, president of A-Z Bus Sales. “As the first contractor in the state to embrace #zeroemission school buses, Michael’s Transportation is leading the way and showing their commitment to be a part of the solution.”

Read more https://stnonline.com/industry-releases/first-blue-bird-all-electric-school-buses-delivered-to-a-transportation-contractor-in-california-michaels-transportation-service-inc/

The 100th fully-electric Blue Bird Corporation school bus was delivered to Alisal Union School District in Salinas, California. The Alisal Union School District received the bus from A-Z Bus Sales on March 27th. The new electric bus will replace an aging diesel-powered unit in their fleet. The electric bus produces zero-emissions, helping reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions that affect students and communities.

Learn more:
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MUSD is the first district to have electric-powered school buses en route in the bay area to have #electric school buses!

Thank you Milpitas Unified School District for trusting us to deliver the best of the best from Blue Bird Corporation and Micro Bird inc. in order to help you create a cleaner, safer, more advanced #schoolbus fleet for your schools and community. Watch the video below to learn more.

Valued A-Z Bus Customers,
 
Just like you, we are closely monitoring new developments regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus). The health and safety of our customers and employee-owners are of the utmost importance.
 
Therefore, we’ve decided to raise our usual standards of cleanliness and health safety even higher. We didn’t become the leader in customer service excellence experiences by maintaining the status quo; you can count on us to be a leader in meeting the challenge of the coronavirus.
 
What We Are Doing Differently:

1. Effective immediately we must ask that all forms of handshaking between employees, and between employees and our customers cease.
2. When a bus is delivered to a customer, whether it be a new delivery or a unit returned after service work has been performed, the delivery driver must disinfect the entire driver’s area. This is to include:
   • Disinfecting the steering wheel
   • Disinfecting all switch panels
   • Disinfecting the driver’s seat
   • Disinfecting the entryway handrail
   • Drivers may use antibacterial wipes or disinfectant [...]

March 11, 2020 — Congratulations to Mt. Diablo USD! ???? They received 4 Micro Bird Electric Type A school buses delivered by A-Z Bus Sales. The new buses not only support cleaner technology for children and the community but reduce overall maintenance and fuel costs for the school district. #microbird #zeroemissions

News Coverage: https://www.sfgate.com/news/bayarea/article/School-District-Welcomes-Fleet-Of-Electric-Buses-15125773.php