Thomas Built Buses

From accident safety to driver-focused design and cutting-edge technology, discover how Thomas Built Buses continues to lead the way in pupil transportation. Wes Platt from School Bus Fleet sits down with Kendra Eads, Thomas Built Buses’ VP of Engineering & Technology, to explore what keeps TBB at the forefront of safety and innovation. Listen wherever you get your podcasts: https://bit.ly/4a80Ao0

Meet the next generation: Thomas Built Buses’ Jouley Gen 2, designed with customer-driven enhancements and the latest in electric school bus technology. From the powerful 14Xe eAxle from Accelera by Cummins to the advanced 800V Proterra battery system, Jouley Gen 2 is built for maximum efficiency, smooth performance and easy maintenance. Read more about how Thomas Built is shaping school districts’ path to decarbonization: https://bit.ly/3DUk1oc

As we close the door on 2024, we’re ready to welcome 2025 with open doors and full hearts. May this new year bring growth, opportunity and countless journeys together. Cheers to a safe and successful year ahead. Happy New Year!

Out of the box and ready to roll into 2025! 🚍💨 Whether you're in Canada or beyond, we hope you're spending Boxing Day surrounded by loved ones or planning for the exciting year ahead. Wishing everyone a peaceful and joyful day!

This holiday season, we’re cracking open the cheer and celebrating all the journeys we’ve shared. May your days be filled with warmth, joy and safe travels wherever you go. ❄️🚍✨

T.J. Reed, our new president and CEO, spoke with School Transportation News, sharing with the pod his vision for the future of Thomas Built, highlighting recent product advancements and previewing exciting innovations coming in 2025 + beyond. “I think it’s always a push for us to make sure we’ve improving the product and the experience for our customers,” said Reed. “Our shared vision, the entire industry – competitors, suppliers, districts, contractors – all have a singular focus on making sure that we get kids to and from school safely every day, as efficient and as sustainable as we can.” Listen to the full episode of the School Transportation Nation podcast on your preferred platform. ➡️ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4fgrYBe ➡️ YouTube: https://bit.ly/400jREI ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4ix5qyW

Congratulations to St. Michaels University School on welcoming their first electric school bus! 🚍⚡️ This special delivery of the Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley marks a step forward in the university’s sustainability goal to reduce fleet emissions by 60% by the year 2030. Spearheaded by the university’s Sustainability Council, we’re proud to see Jouley making an impact in Western Canada and empowering students to take an active role in sustainability. 🌱 Read the full article to see their forward-thinking approach to environmental stewardship: https://bit.ly/3Zwtzge

At Thomas Built, our Customer Experience (CX) and Service Team is here to make a difference every day for our Dealers and Customers. Formed less than two years ago, this team has been integral in shifting our approach from simply “servicing” to truly engaging with each touchpoint. From managing recalls to resolving technical issues and gathering feedback, we're redefining what customer experience means in the bus industry. Our three main focus areas: 1️⃣ Recall and Service Campaigns: Implementing new dashboards and reporting tools to enhance visibility and improve the Dealer Scorecard. 2️⃣ Technical Issue Resolution: Empowering Dealers with real-time, web-based support so that urgent calls can be addressed within two minutes or less. 3️⃣ Voice of Customer: Refreshing our survey tools to ensure we’re gathering meaningful feedback that drives improvement. Together, we’re learning, evolving, and making a meaningful impact. Every TBB employee plays a role in building a collective mindset that asks, “How can we help?” This proactive approach strengthens our support for the Jouley and prepares us for future innovations. We’re excited to keep building a stronger, more connected team as we move forward. Learn more about how our team is driving innovation and support at every touchpoint: https://bit.ly/3ZFuBb6

Can we take a minute to celebrate? We’re just as excited as you are for the HDX2.

Giving back is in our DNA at Thomas Built Buses. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support our local area—whether it’s schools, hurricane relief efforts, or partnering with A Special Blend Coffee to uplift the special needs community in High Point, NC. Thank you for being part of our journey!