Prince William County Schools Debut 62 Propane Buses with First Driver Airbags
Prince William County Public Schools unveiled 62 Blue Bird Vision Propane buses, the first to include standard driver airbags, at a March 18 event.
- 62
- up to $3,700
- over 23,500
What Happened
Prince William County Public Schools unveiled 62 new Blue Bird Vision Propane school buses at its Brentsville facility on March 18, 2026. These are the first Blue Bird buses to come equipped with standard driver airbags, combining safety with ultra-low emissions. The propane buses were purchased from Blue Bird Bus Sales of Virginia after a successful six-week demonstration.
“Prince William County Public Schools’ investment in propane buses marks a significant step toward cleaner, safer student transportation. We’re thrilled to deliver our first propane buses equipped with standard driver airbags, combining industry-leading safety with ultra-low emissions.”
95%reduction vs. diesel
Propane buses lower nitrogen oxides by 95% compared to diesel-powered school buses.
- IMMI 4Front driver airbag (standard)
- 7.3L V8 Ford engine with 335 horsepower
- ROUSH CleanTech propane fuel system
Why this matters
These propane buses reduce smog-forming emissions by 95% compared to diesel and save districts up to $3,700 per bus annually, improving air quality and cutting costs for schools.
Terms in This Story
- NOx
- Nitrogen oxides, pollutants that contribute to smog and respiratory issues.
- Particulate matter
- Tiny solid particles in exhaust that can harm health.
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