South Bend is its fourth-largest city, most notable as the prestigious University of Notre Dame’s home and impressive Gothic architecture. On the city’s east side, visitors and residents can enjoy Potawatomi Park and the Potawatomi Zoo, home to more than 500 animals. We are also big fans of Potawatomi Conservatory with its impressive collection of tropical plants.
Some of South Bend’s most popular attractions include the South Bend Museum of Art, Morris Performing Arts Center, Basilica of the Sacred Heart, History Museum, Northern Indiana Center for History, and the National Studebaker Museum.
If you are a fleet operator serving the South Benda area, TESCO is ready to provide an impressive fleet of new and used buses, vans, and shuttles. Keep reading to learn more about TESCO, including our leasing/financing services, in-house graphic support teams, and fleet management services for individuals, transit associations, and corporations.
Quick Facts
- South Bend is the fourth largest city in Indiana
- Other colleges joining the University of Notre Dame in South Bend include Saint Mary’s College, Holy Cross College, Bethel University, and Purdue Polytechnic
- South Bend is 150 miles north of Indianapolis and 95 miles east of Chicago
- South Bend is less than 10 miles from the Michigan border
- Famous people born or raised in South Bend include Pete Buttigieg, Vivica Fox, Dean Norris, Craig Counsell, and Isiah Whitlock
Which TESCO Vehicles Come Recommended for South Bend Residents?
Touring. Wanting to take a tour of the University of Notre Dame? Are you in charge of college campus tours? TESCO has a wide selection of new and used shuttle buses with as little as 5,000 miles on them.
For more information on our new and used buses and vans, visit TESCO - Buses and Vans For Sale.
Child Care Providers. Do you own or operate a childcare facility or nursing school in or around South Bend? TESCO is happy to offer a fleet of MFSABs (Multi-Function School Activity Buses) that can accommodate anywhere from 9 to 70 child passengers. Our most popular choice is the 14-child “low headroom Type A bus” based on the Ford Transit or Chevrolet 3500 chassis, well known for its durability and reliability.
Senior Citizens. TESCO has an impressive collection of new and used wheelchair-accessible buses and vans for daycare centers and senior living facilities. They fully adhere to Americans with Disability Act (ADA) standards, equipped with wheelchair lifts and lowered floor plans for improved passenger comfort.
Most of our ADA buses are based on Ford Transit, E350, E450, or F550 chassis’.
Two of our favorite options are the 2023 New England Wheels Frontrunner Dodge (8 passengers/3 wheelchairs) shuttle bus and the 2023 StarTrans Senator II Ford 12 Passenger/2 Wheelchair shuttle bus.
If you have any questions about our wheelchair-accessible bus and van inventory, visit TESCO - Adult Day Care Buses for Sale or call a TESCO sales representative at (800) 227-3572.
Benefits of TESCO New and Used Buses
Complete Vehicle Graphics Support. TESCO offers vehicle graphics installation with quality service that is second to none. From displaying your company’s name and logo to promoting other identifying info like phone numbers and website addresses, our professional designers work hard to bring your brand to life.
For more information on TESCO’s graphic design services, visit TESCO - Bus Graphic Design Packages.
Leasing and Financing Options. TESCO or a trusted finance partner, is proud to offer leasing plans for all our Indiana-based customers. Benefits to leasing or financing with TESCO include 100% financing, increasing purchasing power, and spreading out tax obligations instead of a one-time expenditure upon purchase.
To learn more about TESCO’s leasing program, visit TESCO - Bus Leasing and Coach Leasing or call one of our sales representatives at (800) 227-3572.
Fleet Management Services. TESCO offers expert-level guidance to fleet owners who need more time or resources to manage their fleets.
Some of TESCO’s fleet management services include but are not limited to:
- Safety Management
- Subrogation Management
- Vehicle Remarketing and Rental Services
- Fuel Management Program
- Title and License Services
- Bus Fleet Maintenance Management
- Telematics
- Fleet Claims Management
For more information on TESCO’s fleet management services, visit TESCO - Bus Fleet Management Systems.
Excellent Customer Reviews. As one of the nation’s oldest distributors of new and used buses, TESCO is proud to mention the hundreds of product and company reviews that have come our way. We stand apart for our professionalism, customer service, and attention to detail.
Here are two reviews we enjoyed reading from Kentucky residents:
“Our experience with Tesco was great. They were very helpful in all aspects and we will definitely consider them for future purchases.” - Casey (Lexington, KY)
“This is the second bus that we have bought from TESCO. They have great customer service. They made me feel that my purchase was the most important one there. Great followup from Dan Myrice. Would recommend to all. When the time comes, I will call TESCO for my next bus. Thanks, John.” - John (Pikeville, KY)
On-Site Parts Warehouse. TESCO has thousands of OEM parts in stock at our on-site parts warehouse. We carry inventory from all of the leading bus, chassis, and equipment brands, including Starcraft Bus, Glaval Bus, Elkhart Coach, Forest River Bus, New England Wheels, and Startrans Bus.
For more information on bus parts, visit TESCO - Bus Parts.
About TESCO
In business since 1968, ESCO has been one of the country’s largest distributors of new and used buses, shuttles, and vans. Starting as a small school bus distributor serving the northwest Ohio area, territory and service expansion gradually saw new relationships with fleet owners, regional transit associations, and large corporations who trust in our Proven Quality, Trusted Name mantra.
We carry inventory from top bus manufacturers, such as Starcraft Bus, Glaval Bus, Elkhart Coach, Forest River Bus, New England Wheels, and Startrans Bus.
For more information on TESCO’s products and services, call (800) 227-3572 or complete our information request form for one of TESCO’s support team members to contact you directly. You may also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram.
To see a current list of our bus sales inventory or used buses for sale, check our new bus inventory and used bus inventory pages.