Bus operators will often find it economical to convert retired buses to use as permanent training buses for driver training, rather than taking a regular service bus out of use. Some large operators also converted retired buses into tow bus vehicles, to act as tow trucks.
Explain to an 8 year old child that is not yet 49 tall that the safety equipment built into the vehicle is for adults  not children, and a child needs to continue to use the proper equipment (booster seat) so that the adult equipment will fit, and be able to protect, their bodies in the event of a crash.
And donât ditch the booster too soon. Kids need to stay in booster seats until the shoulder belt can fit comfortably on them, that could be as late as 12 years of age. Until your child is 4â9â³, they should be in a booster. Here are some more common sense booster seat reminders: