Guilford County Schools Unveils First Propane School Buses
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GREENSBORO, N.C., October 27, 2025 — Dudley High School students, part of Guilford County Schools’ network of 27 high schools, will soon experience a greener commute. The district today introduced 10 environmentally friendly Blue Bird Vision Propane school buses during a special unveiling ceremony, marking a shift toward affordable, cleaner transportation solutions.
“This initiative demonstrates Guilford County Schools’ dedication to pioneering sustainable and economical transportation alternatives,” stated Faye Crowder-Phillips, the district’s transportation director. “Our new propane fleet embodies our threefold commitment to progress, financial efficiency, and ecological responsibility.”
The 2025 Blue Bird Vision Propane buses feature 72-passenger capacity, powered by Ford’s efficient 7.3L V8 engines coupled with ROUSH CleanTech fuel systems. This powerful yet compact configuration maintains comparable horsepower, torque, and warranty terms to traditional diesel and gasoline models while offering superior environmental benefits.
Blue Bird Corporation’s propane specialist Steve Whaley commented: “Guilford County’s adoption of these clean-operating buses sets an important precedent. They achieve remarkable reliability and performance benchmarks while dramatically cutting emissions and operational expenses.”
Acquired through authorized dealer Gregory Poole Bus Sales and Service, the fleet will utilize Dudley High School’s new propane fueling station. The district prioritized propane due to its infrastructure affordability compared to other fuel options. Sharp Energy facilitated installation of the 1,990-gallon storage system and will manage fuel supply.
Gregory Poole’s Kirk Burns noted: “This rollout showcases how Guilford County Schools balances transportation safety and dependability with meaningful emissions reductions for cleaner community air.”
Propane-powered buses deliver significant environmental advantages, slashing nitrogen oxide emissions by 95% versus diesel alternatives while eliminating particulate matter. District analyses project up to $3,700 in annual savings per vehicle from reduced fuel and maintenance expenditures.
ROUSH CleanTech executive Todd Mouw emphasized: “Propane autogas represents a pragmatic solution for schools seeking cost-effective decarbonization without sacrificing performance. Guilford County’s leadership will inspire broader adoption throughout North Carolina.”
As the sole American-owned school bus manufacturer, Blue Bird maintains its clean transportation leadership with over 22,000 propane buses operating across 1,100+ North American school districts.
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