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Vinny Rivera, Service and Training Manager at Carolina Thomas, was born with a curiosity to discover what made things tick. “When I was a kid, I disassembled every toy I had just to see how they worked,” says Rivera. That passion led to a career in automotive technology, and later bus technology and service.
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Whether your childcare center is large or small, chances are you are on the road every day. Maybe you started with a regular passenger van and now are learning that there is a move away from these to safer modes of transportation. Which means owning the right childcare bus is more important than you think.
Read MoreFluids, tires, A/C, oh my! When it comes to getting your church bus road-trip ready, these are just a few items among a large list of things you’ll want to make sure are in good working condition before you and your church family hit the road. Check out our six tips for getting your church […]
Read MoreAt Carolina Thomas, our goal is to help make your bus wash a more efficient one. That’s why we’re proud to be North Carolina’s authorized dealer of the Wash Bot Bus Washing System.
Read MoreChurch buses can be a wonderful tool for ministry: transporting groups to mission trips, picking up children for Vacation Bible School, and taking seniors to fun outings. If you’re considering purchasing a church bus, you’ll need to factor in ongoing maintenance in your decision process. Having a dependable bus maintenance partner will help keep those […]
Read MoreWhether your church body is large or small, chances are you hit the road often. Which means that buying the right church bus is more important than you think. From youth retreats to senior getaways, and Sunday morning service shuttles to out-of-state mission trips, at one point or another members of all ages will be utilizing your […]
Read MoreFrom annual youth mission trips to daylong outings for seniors, every church needs group transportation from time to time. What type of vehicle will serve your church best – a van or a bus? Each church has unique needs and patterns of transportation. If your congregation is trying to make the decision of van versus […]
Read MoreTwo new Carolina Thomas buses are making a big impact for girls who are served by The Global Village Project in Decatur, GA. These students, ranging from age 11-18, will now be able to get to school in 15 or 20 minutes instead of undertaking a one-hour commute on public transportation each morning. The Global Village […]
Read MoreWhen it comes to providing safe, reliable buses, a few things typically come to mind. Some people think of seatbelts, emergency doors, or crash rails. Others look for a bus that can provide exceptional driver visibility with wide windows and consistent control panels. But there is one aspect of safety that is often overlooked — sustainability. […]
Read MoreThe way we see it, there are two major reasons to invest in your transportation. Reason number one is safety – ensuring your vehicles provide the highest level of protection for passengers. Reason number two is appearance, which we believe goes hand-in-hand with safety. A fresh coat of paint may not provide any extra reinforcement, […]
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