More than 80,000 students across the UAE rely on STS school buses for transportation to and from school every day. Consistent performance of the school bus fleet is crucial to avoid delays in pick-ups or drop-offs due to vehicle breakdowns, thus ensuring that the bus journey is always Safe, Timely, Smart.
To enable this, our fleet managers invest in the right technology that helps not only running the fleet more efficiently, but also to be cost efficient. Here are some of the best practices we follow at STS Auto Services.
When it comes to facilitating school bus operations, a preventive maintenance schedule saves cost and time because a well-maintained fleet is not likely to experience breakdowns frequently. A preemptive approach is essential towards maximising uptime and ensuring safety of the fleet. In addition to tracking engine diagnostics, our managers set up service schedules with notification alerts for when a service is due, helping drivers stay on top of maintenance schedules.
Our fleet managers leverage the fleet data to manage the mileage performance and reduce fuel costs. This leads to taking up measures such as installing tracking software to track idle hours and other aspects that contribute to increased fuel costs. Additionally, this simplifies the data collection process as bus drivers can log entries directly into the system.
Tracking our assets can help monitor how the school buses are being used, which in turn helps make the most of the fleet. Collecting information on the distance traveled per day helps optimise the fleet’s performance, track fuel usage, and keep up with maintenance schedules; all of which are important in keeping the fleet in great condition by making it easier to spot potential problems.
Instead of having bus drivers fill out inspection forms, route maps, and permission slips manually, STS Auto Services uses fleet management software to help manage information efficiently. With this digital system, fleet managers track asset data in real-time, produce preventative maintenance schedules, and keep track of route maps and inspection forms. This maximises the reliability and efficiency of the fleet, keeping students safe at all times.
Businesses that operate vehicles on a daily basis, understand how essential it is to keep the fleet up and running. A tyre blowout can bring productivity to a grinding halt. Deferred maintenance can also lead to reduced gas mileage due to low tyre pressure.
STS Auto Services’ fleet managers make use of predictive analytics to mitigate breakdowns and reduce vehicle downtime. By equipping vehicles with sensors, our maintenance crew collects useful information that helps them predict part failures on the fleet.
Sensors in the vehicles allow the team to collect data on tyre pressure, hydraulics, and performance of vehicle parts. The data is collated for longer-term analysis which helps fleet managers reduce their maintenance costs while improving the safety of the equipment resulting in fewer accidents on the road.
Our maintenance teams consist of certified technicians and experts, and fleet managers, who are specialised in every aspect of vehicle repair and maintenance. Through strong in-house training programs, our maintenance teams keep up with the latest in service technology. Using the individual talents of our technical staff, we continually develop and enhance our fleet management strategies and program.
We offer the following integrated fleet maintenance solutions.
Mechanical Services
Electrical Services
Air Conditioning Services
Body Shop Services
Paint Shop Services
Service Station
Upholstery Services
Roadside Assistance Services
Along with these core services, we provide additional services such as:
Quick Lube Service: We carry out fast-tracked engine oil servicing.
Insurance Claims Management: We assist in insurance claim approvals, after which we carry out accident-related repairs.
RTA Tests: We provide a support service to assist in vehicle re-registration.
