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Tax Deduction Ahead: Section 179 for Bus Purchases in 2021

Your business may be able to take advantage of Section 179 for passenger bus purchases. Simply put, Section 179 of the Internal Revenue Code allows a business to deduct all or part of qualifying capital purchase acquired during the tax year. This incentive, created by the U.S. Federal government, encourages businesses to buy equip ment ... More

What does a California 45 Day Inspection Look For?

Following an unfortunate accident with a gambling tour bus that caused the loss of 22 senior citizens in 1986, California lawmakers took action. In 1987, regulations were enacted to require tour buses to undergo inspections every 45 days. So, what’s involved in a 45 day inspection? In addition to routine maintenance, tour buses must be ... More

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More talent added to the Davey Coach Team

Davey Coach Sales, Inc. is excited to announce more new additions to our team to respond to resurgent demand and growth in the shuttle and mid-size passenger bus market segment. After establishing a permanent location in California as part of the company’s growth plans, Mark Stenseth, President, has announced the following new appointments ... More

Bus Leasing Tips – when is Leasing or Renting the right answer for your transportation needs?

If you or your organization need a bus, short-term or longer-term, it may be a bit daunting to consider purchasing a bus. Depending on your transportation needs, a lease or rental bus could be the best solution. Avoiding key aspects of vehicle ownership from sales tax and registration fees to insurance and long term maintenance, leasing can ... More

How to Start a Bus Tour Business

If you’re thinking of starting a business, a bus tour company is an interesting opportunity. Maybe you’re curious about starting a bus tour business because you’ve enjoyed being a tourist on a bus tour. If you’ve got the time and money to invest in this, it can be a rewarding business opportunity. If you’re ready to seriously ... More

Davey Coach Adds New Talent – Poised for Growth

Following the recent acquisition of the former Nations Bus dealership location in the Los Angeles metro area, Davey Coach Sales is pleased to announce the addition of key roles within the organization to further support the company’s growth and business expansion in the ... More

Combatting Growing Catalytic Converter Theft

Catalytic Converter Theft Out of Control The catalytic converter is among the most valuable parts of your car. It’s a little larger than a toaster – easily carried by one person – and located underneath the rear of the car in easy reach, just ahead of the tailpipe. And it’s filled with valuable metals. Data scientists from the ... More

Davey Coach Receives Turtle Top Service Excellence Award

Davey Coach Service Dept. receives the 2020 Service Excellence Award by Turtle Top! This dedicated Service Team is recognized for delivering outstanding service, an exceptional customer experience. The Service Team boasts a staff of ASE certified technicians who specialize in repairs, routine maintenance, required DOT and state ... More

Davey Coach Sales Completes California Acquisition

Davey Coach Sales, a leading dealer and lease fleet provider of shuttle bus sales, is pleased to announce the acquisition of the Nations Bus Sales California division, located in greater Los Angeles. Nations Bus continues to own and operate its dealership located in Florida. Several Nations Bus employees in California will join the Davey ... More

Don’t Miss Our Bus

As we go further into stay-at-home orders, one thing that is abundantly clear is how intertwined our economy is. As the entire world's pace has slowed down to something no one has ever seen before, we take stock in how we have supported businesses before, and how we will again. This will end. Business will return. The need to purchase a ... More