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Make More Confident Driver Hiring
Decisions

A CDL alone does not always tell the full story. Employers need to understand whether a candidate is truly ready to operate safely, professionally, and consistently.

160 Driver Score helps bridge that gap with an objective assessment conducted through a trusted CDL training organization. In approximately 90 minutes, candidates complete key evaluation areas that provide a clearer picture of real-world readiness.

What’s Included

  • Pre-Trip Inspection

    Evaluate the driver’s ability to complete a proper vehicle inspection and identify safety considerations.

  • Skills Testing

    Assess core CDL control skills and understanding of vehicle operation.

  • Behind-the-Wheel Evaluation

    Observe practical driving performance in a structured setting.

  • Performance Scoring

    Receive an objective score and assessment summary to support hiring decisions.

Why It Matters

  • Reduce Accident Risk

    Identify gaps in readiness before a driver enters your fleet.

  • Validate Skills

    Go beyond the resume and CDL credential with a hands-on assessment.

  • Improve Hiring Confidence

    Give recruiters, safety teams, and operations leaders a clearer basis for decision-making.

  • Standardize Evaluation

    Create a consistent driver readiness benchmark across candidates and locations.

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  • Recent CDL graduates

  • Re-entry drivers

  • Experienced drivers with unknown skill levels

  • Candidates before final hiring decisions

  • Drivers who may need additional training or coaching

Who Should Use Driver Score?

160 Driver Score is ideal for employers that want to evaluate:

A Practical Assessment from a Trusted Training Partner

160 Driver Score is rooted in the same hands-on, safety-focused approach that defines the 160 Driving Academy training experience. It gives employers a more objective way to understand driver readiness and make smarter hiring decisions.

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