In the midst of one of the most extreme winters in recent memory, with millions of Americans are facing sub-zero temperatures, many public and private businesses are reminded that not all transportation technology can withstand the demands of harsh winter weather.
Propane retailers attending the 2025 LP Gas Growth Summit answered this question:
What technologies has your company implemented, or do you plan to implement, to better your operation?
The United States is approaching its 250th anniversary this Fourth of July. It makes me reflect on our nation’s history, which has been defined by innovation and a drive for a stronger, more independent nation. This spirit continues today within ROUSH CleanTech and in our country’s pursuit of clean, domestic transportation fuel solutions. Propane autogas stands out as a powerful, American-made fuel ready to power our country’s fleet vehicles into its next chapter, delivering on our shared goals for both environmental health and energy security.
An area business has added some new members to its vehicle fleet. Trobec’s Bus Service in St. Joseph has added five new 2026 propane-powered school buses to its fleet thanks to a partnership with North Central Bus and Equipment. Trobec’s says the additional buses reflect its commitment to environmental responsibility, operational excellence, and student safety.
The new propane buses have cleaner emissions, advanced safety technology, and run quieter than traditional buses. The company says they are excited about what the new buses mean for its drivers, passengers, and the company’s future.
For years, Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools has hosted an Angel Tree, providing students and families with a little Christmas cheer for the holidays. This year, the district gave that holiday joy to 350 kids.
In Northwestern Minnesota, White Earth Public Transit sought alternative fueling options to reduce fuel costs and improve the reliability of services to residents of the state’s largest Indian reservation in one of the most rural and coldest regions in the state. It began exploring propane autogas as a fuel source.
In Chester County, the traditional hum of gasoline engines is set to be replaced by the quieter, cleaner hiss of propane, as the Department of Community Transit initiates the switch of Chesco Connect buses from gasoline to propane power.
As 2025 comes to a close, we’d like to take a look back on ROUSH CleanTech’s key highlights. These milestones could only be reached because of our valued employees, partners and customers. So, I’ll start with thanking you for a great year!
When Barbara Cline began delivering Meals on Wheels in Spearfish, South Dakota, she didn’t plan to lead one of the most expansive rural transit systems in the state.
Through her work, she met seniors who couldn’t reach meal sites, grocery stores, or medical appointments. She saw a more profound need within the elderly community and, with encouragement from her sister, a social worker, Cline decided to act.
Recently retired Diana Mikelski has 32 years of experience in student transportation and, until this summer, served as director of transportation for Township High School District 211 in Illinois, overseeing 163 buses and 45 vans transporting nearly 9,000 students more than 7,700 miles each school day.
