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Carolina Thomas Set to Launch Second Bus Sales & Service Facility

Carolina Thomas, LLC, a factory authorized dealer for Thomas Built Buses and leading provider of bus sales, parts, and services in North Carolina, is excited to announce its expansion to a second full-service facility in Midland, NC. The announcement comes as Carolina Thomas marks its 20th anniversary serving the busing needs of school districts, businesses, […]

Should I Switch to an Electric Bus?

With over 2 million electric vehicles in use in the United States, electric buses will soon follow suit. But there are many factors involved when it comes to switching from diesel to electric, including infrastructure, charging stations, and electrical engineers. You might be wondering how much time the switch will take, how much it will […]

5 Things to Consider When Shopping for an Electric School Bus

Have you heard reports about legislation encouraging the switch to electric buses? Are you concerned your school may be behind? Maybe you’re not sure where to start when considering the switch to an electric bus. Given that school buses are the largest form of public transportation in the United States, we understand this is a […]

Electric School Buses Have Arrived In North Carolina

Cherokee Boys Club Receives First Fully Electric School Bus in North Carolina Cherokee Boys Club, Inc. took delivery of North Carolina’s first electric school bus earlier this week during a celebration held at Harrah’s Cherokee Convention Center. Governor Roy Cooper, EPA Administrator Michael Regan, and Duke Energy NC State President Stephen DeMay were on hand […]

Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2 Front End Safety Advantages

At Thomas Built Buses and Carolina Thomas, safety is our top priority. Since it was first introduced into the school bus industry, the Thomas Saf-T-Liner® C2 has earned a reputation for innovation, durability, and safety. In this video*, we’ll show you the frontal ‘system of safety’ that makes the Saf-T-Liner® C2 the strongest and safest […]

Educators Volunteering in Response to COVID-19

We made a school bus. You made so much more.

For all who keep the world moving during the COVID-19 crisis: Thank You!

Bus Disinfecting Best Practices

Keeping children safe has always been the number one priority for student transportation professionals. Beyond keeping your passengers safe on the road ahead, these bus disinfecting best practices offer additional ways to protect them while keeping your bus interior and components safe from damage.

Why Your Church Needs a Bus (and Not a 15-Passenger Van)

Choosing the right vehicle for your church’s transportation needs can feel like a daunting task. Many decision-makers wind up in the classic church bus vs. a 15-passenger van dilemma. Carolina Thomas has been helping congregations navigate the long list of essential factors in this decision for many years.

3 Ways a Bus Will Benefit Your Child Care Business

If you’re weighing the benefits of purchasing a bus or fleet for a child care business, there are a lot of good questions to ask and consider. Many business owners are justifiably concerned about potential liabilities and expenses. It’s also easy to get overwhelmed by the number of options in the market. And of course, […]

Electronic Stability Control makes Saf-T-Liner® C2 even safer

We are pleased to introduce one more reason to choose Thomas Built Buses and Carolina Thomas. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is now standard and factory installed on all new Saf-T-Liner C2 diesel and CNG school and activity buses.