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Company-Sponsored Training With Swift: My First Hand Experience

by Dave

I recently completed Swift Training Academy’s company-sponsored program and here’s a rundown of how it went. Continue reading →

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Truck Driver Training – The Beginning

by BlueHillsTrucker

Getting started with CDL training meant a ton of bookwork in the beginning, working outside in temps below zero, and busting up some drive trains. Continue reading →

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CDL Training Has Begun For ‘The Blue Hills Trucker’

by BlueHillsTrucker

I’m a 45 year-old substitute teacher who’s finished week 12 of a 16-weekend truck driving program at a technical college in northern Wisconsin. Here’s the beginning of my journey into a career in trucking. Continue reading →

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What Causes People To Fail CDL School?

by TruckerMike

Everyone who decides to get their truck driving career going has to pass their CDL training first, and the vast majority of people do. But unfortunately, there are those who do not. We all worry about whether or not we’ll get through truck driving school, and what the biggest pitfalls are to avoid. Here’s some great advice for getting through truck driving school with flying colors. Continue reading →

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4 Mistakes That Cause Students To Fail CDL Training & How They Can Be Prevented

by Driver Solutions

While the majority of students have success during their time at CDL training, there are others who come up short in their quest to become a professional truck driver. So, why do they fail? And how can it be prevented? Let’s take a look at the four most common mistakes and how to prevent them. Continue reading →

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5 Advantages of Company Sponsored CDL Programs vs. Private Truck Driving Schools

by Driver Solutions

There are a number of advantages to company-sponsored CDL training over private truck driving schools. Here we’ll talk a little bit about the differences between the two, and why you may find that company-sponsored training is the better way to go. Continue reading →

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What You Need To Know Before Choosing A Truck Driving School

by Tanya Bons

I have been in the truck driver training industry for several years now and it still dumbfounds me as to how individuals choose their truck driving school. Often times they make the least important factors a priority, while failing to evaluate the most important factors properly. You want the best quality education you can get for the money, and most importantly you want to be able to land a job after graduation. Here are some factors to consider when comparing truck driving schools. Continue reading →

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The Completion Of CDL Training (After A Lot Of Stress!)

by Philosopher Paul

I completed my truck driver training last week and got my CDL. I also got hired by the two best companies that were recruiting from my school. Overall it went well but there were some really tough teachers to deal with and not everyone made it through. Continue reading →

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More Boot Camp Stories From My Time In A Company-Sponsored CDL Training Program

by SharBear

Going through a company-sponsored CDL training program is no bed of roses. Here are some of my experiences and some challenges you can expect to face. Continue reading →

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The Boot Camp Known As Company-Sponsored Training

by SharBear

Company-Sponsored CDL training is a lot like boot camp. Be prepared to have your self worth, your dignity, your brains, your ability and your patience tested. Once you sign those papers you are at their mercy. Boy could I have begged for mercy more times than I care to admit. Continue reading →

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An Intro To Big Trucks And Truck Driving School Part III – The CDL Exam

by Brian Laine

After exploring the operation of a big rig and taking a drive, it’s time to take the CDL exam and wrap up this series with some thoughts about the process of getting your CDL. Continue reading →

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Trucking School Part III – Boot Camp

by Rick Huffman

Almost everyone is abysmal at 45° angle backing to start with, and I was no exception. However, I was not the only one having difficulty. Alan even resorted to mathematical solutions to crack this puzzle, but it didn’t seem to help either of us. But a couple of great instructors stepped in and helped get us going in the right direction. Continue reading →

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Attending Truck Driving School Part II – First Day On The Yard

by Rick Huffman

Alan and I were both nervous, yet excited about the new challenge before us. We’d be spending the first couple of days in the yard, learning straight-line backing and 45° angle backing. Here we go – my first attempt at backing up a truck. Continue reading →

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

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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Just an ol’ Trucker Looking at Driving Schools

by Pappy

Me, being an ol’ time trucker, decided I would go take a look at some of the CDL Driving Schools in my area. Here’s a little rundown on what I found – everything from the crooked and filthy, to the big and the beautiful! Continue reading →

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