As veterans in the commercial truck driving industry, we know better than anyone that first-year truck drivers almost always get nervous before their first day on the job. All of us want to do well at our jobs and that’s actually a great way to...
This time of year is notorious for its high winds, cold weather, and heavy storms. For truckers driving semis in these kinds of weather conditions, there are things they need to know that can help keep them safe on the road. What Makes Driving A Semi...
With winter finally upon us, fewer hours of daylight, rainy days, and for some people, snow is dropping down to blanket our homes, roads, and cities. It does make for a pretty sight, however, these harsher weather conditions can cause driving some trouble while on...
Getting your Commercial Drivers License (CDL) can seem like a daunting task. Before beginning CDL courses, or applying in the first place, people wonder, “is getting your CDL license hard?” Well, like any exam of this nature, the test can be difficult for some. However,...
With companies like Amazon delivering more than 400,000 packages a day and Walmart with thousands of stores around the country that need transfers of goods, it’s no wonder we need a lot of commercial truck drivers to get the job done. The United States has...
The entire commercial truck driving industry is seriously lacking drivers and Walmart, with so many storefronts, is at the forefront of the issue. As you likely already know, Walmart is a major player in the truck driving space with nearly 4,800 stores in every major...
The life of a commercial truck driver can come with long hours on the road. When you spend so much time out there, it’s easy to just go on autopilot as you listen to the radio and go from A to B. But remembering how...
Anyone can flourish in a career as a CDL truck driver, but some people find that they have a special skill for it off the bat. Because of the skills that they’ve gained throughout their careers in the military, truck driving jobs for military veterans...
We may be biased, but we think truck driving is a great career. Through decades of experience, we see the advantages and disadvantages of being a truck driver. It’s a privilege to train and educate the next generation of truck drivers. Here at the Academy,...
If you're choosing a career in commercial truck driving, there are going to be plenty of nights that you spend away from home. Some people don’t mind this and even enjoy it. But it isn’t for everyone. However, there are a few related CDL license...