Canyon States Bus Sales Delivers Thirteen New Propane School Buses to Glendale Elementary School District

Canyon State Bus Sales today announced the sale of thirteen new propane-powered school buses that will be delivered to Glendale Elementary School District in Glendale, Arizona.  Six of the buses are Blue Bird Propane-Powered Vision Type C units and seven of the buses are NEXBUS Type A propane units from Collins Bus Corporation.  Mr. Eric Kissel, Director of Transportation for the Glendale Elementary School District, said, “We are very excited to add environmentally friendly propane buses to our fleet. With the help of Canyon State Bus Sales, we are going to be using buses that pollute less and save money for the school district.”

Featuring 60 percent less carbon monoxide, 12 percent less carbon dioxide, 20 percent less nitrogen oxide and up to 25 percent less greenhouse gases than gasoline, these new propane-powered buses will reduce the carbon footprint in the Glendale community.  Additionally, 90% of the nation’s propane supply is domestically produced, reducing America’s dependence on foreign oil. 

“The Blue Bird Propane-Powered Vision is a great choice for any school district looking for a cost-effective, green solution to safely transport children,” said Phil Horlock, president and CEO of Blue Bird Corporation. “The Glendale School District’s new propane-powered buses are a win-win for the children they transport and the community taxpayers with cleaner emissions and highly-affordable fuel costs. The district will be a thriving example of the benefits of using American-sourced propane autogas.”

Kent Tyler, President of Collins Bus Corporation, noted, “As the largest Type A manufacturer, we are pleased to join with Canyon State to support their customers and the community with efficient and environmentally friendly buses.” 

Phil Polizzatto, Owner and President of Canyon State Bus Sales, said, “We are happy to be a partner with Glendale Elementary School District in their move to propane powered school buses. Glendale is being both financially and environmentally responsible by choosing this technology.  Additionally, their partnership with Ferrellgas, a local fuel supplier, has allowed them to save significant dollars in both their fueling station and fuel costs.”

Canyon State Bus Sales will hold a media event for Glendale Elementary School District at the District Office in Glendale, Arizona on January 11 at 9 a.m. MST. This event is open to the public.