Host Drivers, Several of you have reached out to us inquiring about steps we may be taking in regards to the Coronavirus, especially with the announcement of the new cases in Georgia. We are watching the news closely, as we know many of  you are as well.  At this point, it seems that the primary…

New York City is now paying 25% of imposed fines on commercial vehicles to people that record and report them idling for 3 minutes or more, or 1 minute in a school zone (private or public).  This includes time spent dropping off or picking up your group. Fines range from $350 to $2000.  That means…

Host Drivers, A schedule of dates throughout March has been created for your annual assessments.  Please contact Maddie to schedule your appointment. Appointments are available for the following dates in March at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.  First come, first serve.  If your last assessment was within the last 6 months, we will schedule you…

Host Drivers, There is an old saying that goes like this, “The road to bad guest service is filled with good intentions”. As a host driver, those of you at the top of your game understand the importance of taking initiative and dealing with problems that may arise on your trips to help your guests.…

Host Drivers, Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at 10:00, we will be having a practice session on the obstacle course as we prepare for annual assessments.  This will be group training.  Depending on our numbers, we will break for lunch, then continue on in the afternoon.  This practice session is unpaid, but doing well in the…

Host Drivers, As you are in sharp turn situations, whether in tight traffic on city streets or in tight parking lot situations, tail swing can be an issue that you have to deal with and/or be aware of.  Watch this video for more information and remember to keep your eyes open to the back, outside…

Host Drivers, After speaking with our Master of All Things Web, I have moved the Orientation Series from Driver Training 101 to Safety & Equipment.  Driver Training 101 was requiring that all units be completed in order, so now you can view different Orientation Series videos as needed! You can view the unit Staying Awake While…

Host Drivers, We are pleased to let you know that we finally received a new Entertainment Unit for mini bus 1505 from Turtle Top, so it now has fully functioning entertainment with DVD and Bluetooth!  Enjoy making your guests happy!!!

Host Drivers, Here is a link to the Prevost site Driver Familiarization Guide.  While this is for a new model coach, many of the buttons are in the same place as some of our older coaches, as well as in our newer coaches.  Feel free to take a look and learn!  

Host Drivers,  Below is a link to a map that shows you which states require buses to stop when going by weigh stations.  This map is helpful, but does not supersede signs or officers/troopers that may advise otherwise.  A good rule of thumb is that if the sign before the weigh station says “Commercial Vehicles…