The 15th anniversary is traditionally marked with crystal, symbolizing transparency, clarity and brilliance — qualities that perfectly reflect what we’re celebrating this month at ROUSH CleanTech. For 15 years, we’ve built a foundation of transparency in our operations, clarity in our products, and enduring relationships with our customers and partners. This milestone is not just about the years — it’s about the journey, the people and the progress that have brought us here.
A fleet of red Hope Network buses idles outside the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel in Grand Rapids, ready to take Ms. Wheelchair America contestants out on the town.
The unassuming transports look like any other fully accessible bus, but reports highlight a statewide trend toward the vehicles’ clean emission and quiet hum.
As public entities, transit agencies have a big job: connect people, jobs and communities via safe modes of transportation. With finite, government-funded budgets, these organizations must be judicious in how they maximize fixed operational dollars while also doing mission-critical work. For over 15 years, we’ve seen a growing and important trend in the transit industry: adopting propane buses as a valuable way to save operational funds.
The Bibb County School District has updated and upgraded its bus fleet with 15 electric buses and 10 propane buses through a federal grant from the Environmental Protection Agency.
The school district decide to seize the opportunity to improve its fleet for cost, environmental and health reasons.
As kids and families gear up for another school year, if they’re not already back in school, it’s important for everyone to keep safety at top of mind.
The “danger zone” is 10 feet all around the bus. Drivers need to be aware the bus could move or stop at any time. Only walk up to the bus when the driver can see you and you can see them.
According to a recent nationwide survey conducted by the nonprofit Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), 87 percent of parents and K-12 educators say it’s important that their children get to and from school in low-emissions school buses. The survey asked respondents about their awareness and attitudes toward school bus emissions and alternative fuels like propane, and the results illustrate the overwhelming demand for cleaner school buses.
Transit agencies in Michigan are transforming public transportation with the adoption of propane autogas, a clean and cost-effective alternative fuel. With approximately 500 propane transit buses now deployed across more than 15 agencies statewide, Michigan is driving advancements in mobility while reducing environmental impact and operating costs.
8.13.2025 – Transit agencies in Michigan are transforming public transportation with the adoption of propane autogas, a clean and cost-effective alternative fuel. With approximately 500 propane transit buses now deployed across more than 15 agencies statewide, Michigan is driving advancements in mobility while reducing environmental impact and operating costs.
The Seymour Community School District is fueling up with cleaner, greener buses for the new school year.
In partnership with Kobussen Buses, the district will operate a fleet of 21 Blue Bird Vision Propane school buses entirely running on clean-operating propane autogas.
Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the Women in Propane Planning Retreat in Portland, Maine, and I’m thrilled about what’s ahead for our industry. Women in Propane (WIP) Council, an initiative of the National Propane Gas Association, was founded in 2012 to support the advancement and success of women in the propane industry. Through mentorship, networking and professional development, Women in Propane fosters a more inclusive propane industry for all industry professionals.
