MyBus is a MFSAB vehicle. It begins with a dependable GM school bus equipment chassis, on which we build our unique steel cage body. Our engineers understand your precious cargo, so they designed a rugged framework of one-piece, skirt-to-skirt roof bows and heavy-duty crash rails, built to withstand the rigors of everyday use. To that, we fasten 16-gauge aluminum side panels and continuous roof sections. Besides adding to the structural integrity of MyBus, single roofing sheets from side to side mean fewer rivets. And fewer rivets mean fewer potential leak paths.
Where can I get the MyBus serviced?

When you purchase a MyBus from Matthews Buses, you're getting more than a high-performing bus. You become a member of the Matthews family. And, as a member, we take good care of you and your vehicle. We know our success is dependent on yours, and we've built a service and support organization designed with your needs in mind. Your MyBus can be serviced at any GM Service Center for under-the-hood maintenance or repairs. For all other issues and repairs, please contact our director of Customer Service at (866) 288-6287 ext. 303.
I'm not a bus driver. Is MyBus easy to drive?

Yes. MyBus is compact, highly maneuverable and has gauges and driver controls similar to passenger vans. In fact, the MyBus SRW has the same width as passenger vans. Things like easy-to-read, overhead driver control panels, a comfortable and adjustable driver's seat, improved visibility with a glass panel entrance door and a 360-square-inch Saf-T-Vue window near the entrance door make driving a pleasure.
Are childcare centers required to use school buses to transport children?

Yes. Recently, interpretations of school bus laws have been extended to any group that regularly transports children to and from school or school-related activities. It is a violation of federal law for a new car dealer to sell a van to anyone who will transport children to and from school or school-related activities. Some states specifically require childcare centers and private schools to use school buses. Contact your state officials or your insurance carrier for more information and to determine if this law applies to your business.
Why is it unsafe to transport large groups of people in vans?

The National Highway Traffic Commission has issued warnings about the dangers of transporting large numbers of passengers in vans, as they are more prone to rollover. Vans are not engineered to carry the weight limit an MFSAB vehicle can carry and are often overloaded when at full capacity with passengers and luggage. MFSAB vehicles like MyBus are built with safety features such as sturdy steel roll cages to withstand a rollover, compartmentalized passenger seating in case of an accident and rugged body construction for side impact protection.
Do I need a special license to drive MyBus?

Yes and no. A commercial driver's license (CDL) is required for drivers of vehicles designed to transport more than 14 passengers. We offer the MyBus in three basic sizes: the MyBus SRW (single rear wheel) bus seats 14 passengers plus the driver, so no CDL is required for most states. Our MyBus DRW 041 (dual rear wheel) bus seats up to 20 passengers, and our MyBus DRW 051 (also a dual rear wheel) bus seats up to 30 passengers. The DRW requires that the driver have a CDL. For more info on CDLs, please visit the national DMV website.