Comments By Photogirl

WOW! You go girl!!! Sounds crazy hard but also exciting. I'm super happy for you. I leave with my trainer next week and I can't wait. Stay safe out there. Good job!!!!

Thanks for the quick reply! I hope you are enjoying your time with your trainer.

No problem. If you have any more questions feel free to ask. I passed my CDL last Friday but, I don't go out with my trainer until after xmas. I passed with a 90 YAY!! lol

Hi Photogirl, sounds like you had some great hands on training with a class of 2! I will be starting MTI in January. A couple of questions: Did you train in the same equipment you will be driving, or some older models? Do you have to bring lunch or is it provided by the school? Last but not least, has Millis followed through with the driver facing cameras in all trucks, or did that fizzle out?

Thanks for any input on these and thanks for your training experience. Good luck with your trainer!

I had great training. We drove 3 trucks while in training. You will practice on 2 older model Freightliners/Kenworth (1997-2000) while on the range. We drove a 2012 Kenworth for road driving. You will be responsible for your food while at MTI except for breakfast which the hotel provides. Yes, Millis does have the cameras. They also govern your speed at 66. Good luck!

Sounds like everything is going pretty good for you. Good luck on passing you driving test and keep us updated with your progress at Millis.

Sean

Thanks Sean! It was really great meeting you and talking with you through out training. I can't wait for us to meet again out on the road. Good luck in Arkansas my friend!!

when did this ruling apply ..do you know ?

I just started hearing about this in the past few months and I don't even know if it's nationwide or if it's on a state by state basis. But we've had several people in here that were told they would have a restriction on their license if they tested in an automatic.

Hey Bret, here in Texas you can test in an automatic and not get the restriction on your license. Just a FYI

I heard at school from my instructor that Millis is transitioning into automatics. I actually didn't get my chosen trainer because they just gave her a new 2015 Kenworth automatic. I personally want to drive manual for a few years but must say I wouldn't mind an automatic after that. We haul mostly beer and from what I hear it doesn't change the ability to haul it like a manual transmission.

I recommend Millis Transfer. I just finished training with them and I will say it was top notch. They don't have classes bigger then 8 people max. I was in a class of 2. Needless to say I drove and backed the truck for at least 6 hrs a day. I also had the chance to speak with a lot of the drivers and they all love it there. My trainer has been with Millis for 18 years.. If you have any additional questions message me. Cheers and good luck!

Congrats Jolie!!! Sounds like you had a great first run. I just completed my training with Millis Transfer and will be doing my road test at the DMV this Friday. I can't wait to get out on the road with my trainer. Good luck in the future, maybe we can meet up as well once I;m in my own truck. Take care out there.

Hey Photogirl I don't know where you live, but I live near Trenton, OH where Millis has a location I believe. If you are going to be in the area let me know because we may be able to meet up around there. I will be running a dedicated Midwest account so will be in the states close to Ohio. Good luck on your test!!!!

Thanks so much! Absolutely! I would love that. We haul mostly beer and we only do the eastern half of the US so there's definitely gonna be a time I'm in Ohio. Look forward to meeting you soon.

I fogot to mention, I live in Houston, TX.. Cheers!!

Congrats Jolie!!! Sounds like you had a great first run. I just completed my training with Millis Transfer and will be doing my road test at the DMV this Friday. I can't wait to get out on the road with my trainer. Good luck in the future, maybe we can meet up as well once I;m in my own truck. Take care out there.

Hey Photogirl I don't know where you live, but I live near Trenton, OH where Millis has a location I believe. If you are going to be in the area let me know because we may be able to meet up around there. I will be running a dedicated Midwest account so will be in the states close to Ohio. Good luck on your test!!!!

Thanks so much! Absolutely! I would love that. We haul mostly beer and we only do the eastern half of the US so there's definitely gonna be a time I'm in Ohio. Look forward to meeting you soon.

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