Monthly Archives: February 2009

Maintaining The Equipment: The Driver and The Company Share The Responsibility

Posted on February 27, 2009 by Rhonda

Whether or not a trucking company or bus company will do the necessary maintenance to the vehicle is one good way to determine if a company is right for you when searching for a bus or truck driving job. But the driver also needs to understand their equipment, how it functions, and how to inspect it. Continue reading →

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Truck Driving Jobs Increasing Slightly – Student Truck Drivers Finding Work

Posted on February 27, 2009 by Brett Aquila

CDL students are having better luck finding truck driving jobs as we move deeper into 2009 than they were at the beginning of the year and many trucking companies have either begun increasing their hiring numbers or are removing the … Continue reading →

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My First Bus Route

Posted on February 27, 2009 by Rhonda

Driving a bus full of children is never an easy task, but add a terrible Iowa snow storm to the mix and you’ve really got your hands full! Continue reading →

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Truck Driving School Days Two and Three: Our CDL Permit Test and DOT Physical

Posted on February 26, 2009 by Scott.P

Days two and three of our trucking school meant more studying, taking our DOT physical, and also taking the written test for our CDL permit. This school is really fast paced! Continue reading →

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Truck Driving School: First Day at Central Refrigeration Training

Posted on February 25, 2009 by Scott.P

Ok, so the first day wasn’t that great. I mean it is what it is. You do alot in the 15 day course. Its very fast paced. The rooms they put you in are small, but clean. The second week … Continue reading →

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After My Graduation – Final Thoughts and Advice For Those Considering Truck Driving School

Posted on February 23, 2009 by TruckerMike

Wow, I can’t believe my CDL training is over. It seems like just yesterday I was so anxious to get started. Now here I am with a CDL driver’s license in my pocket as I write this. They actually trust … Continue reading →

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Getting Real About The Trucking Industry and How Things Really Are

Posted on February 22, 2009 by Brett Aquila

I always appreciate hearing from our site’s visitors. Always. I especially love the thanks we get for putting up positive, honest, and helpful information for those who are considering becoming a truck driver. None of us at TruckingTruth will ever … Continue reading →

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CDL Test Day – What It Was Like Taking (and passing!) the CDL Test

Posted on February 20, 2009 by TruckerMike

Wow, the day has finally arrived! We are scheduled to take our CDL road test today! We got about 2 inches of snow last night which is not a big deal around here, but I was still a bit concerned … Continue reading →

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CDL Training – Our Training Truck Breakdown!

Posted on February 20, 2009 by TruckerMike

The last week and a half, we have been doing nothing but preparing for the CDL exam. By the way, we now have a free online CDL practice test. Basically, we’ve been rotating between the yard skills test and the … Continue reading →

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Women on the Road – Preparing for the Trip – Part 2

Posted on February 19, 2009 by Tumbleweed

We’ve covered most of your basic necessities in Part 1. Those are the little things that will help you feel more comfortable while being on the road. I was also a driver, so most of my “time off” was spent sleeping. If you’re not driving, then you’ll need more “creature comforts” than I took with me. Continue reading →

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Passing Your CDL Test: Our Free Practice Tests and Advice Will Make It Much Easier!

Posted on February 18, 2009 by Brett Aquila

Passing your written CDL Test is much easier if you use the online practice tests available to help get you ready. The written CDL exam is not very difficult for most to pass. In fact, very few people fail it. … Continue reading →

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Women on the Road – Preparing for the Trip – Part 1

Posted on February 17, 2009 by Tumbleweed

More and more women are starting to drive trucks, but there are still quite a few that are just along for the ride. If you’re going to be out there for the long haul, instead of just a few days, you may want to be prepared. Continue reading →

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Truck Driving School 2009: Will The Poor Economy Still Offer Truck Driving Jobs For Students?

Posted on February 16, 2009 by Brett Aquila

In today’s slow economy there are tons of layoffs and more people than ever are considering going to truck driving school and becoming truck drivers – and rightly so. But none of that will matter if you can’t find a job once you get your CDL. So what is the current job outlook for those that are new to the trucking industry? Continue reading →

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Not much. You? Trucking Is as Trucking Does.

Posted on February 16, 2009 by Pappy

209, I counted. That’s how many applications I have filled out for trucking companies. Of those only 4 trucking companies have even made an attempt to send me some type of response. 32 of these Apps. will exceed the 90 day limit in 2 days, so to keep them fresh I will have to send those trucking companies another reminder about me. It seems so much easier in this day of E-mail and fax etc.etc.etc. Continue reading →

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CDL Training – Hopefully Taking The CDL Test This Week

Posted on February 16, 2009 by TruckerMike

Last week was pretty busy for me. But things are starting to get a bit repetitive at truck driving school. We’re mostly alternating all day between backing up in the yard and driving truck out on the road. My road skills are becoming quite refined and I’m starting to feel very comfortable driving trucks now. I know I still have a ton to learn and I’m looking forward to getting on with a trucking company and going out on the road with a trainer. I’m sure I’ll be overwhelmed once I’m out there. Continue reading →

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