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Earning a Class A CDL takes commitment. For recent 160 Driving Academy Suffern graduate Paul M., the journey included online coursework, hands-on training in the yard, multiple tests, plenty of practice, and an important lesson for anyone considering a career behind the wheel: success comes from bei...

Getting your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) can open the door to a new career in trucking, transportation, and other industries that depend on qualified commercial drivers. But before you can get behind the wheel professionally, there’s an important decision to make: Where should you get your CDL...

If you're considering getting your Commercial Driver's License (CDL), one of the biggest questions you probably have is simple: How much can I actually make as a truck driver? The answer depends on the type of driving you do, your experience, your endorsements, where you work, and the company that h...

For many students, learning to operate a commercial vehicle for the first time can feel overwhelming. The size of the equipment, the precision required for maneuvers, and the responsibility that comes with operating a heavy vehicle can make CDL training feel like a significant challenge. For Ella, t...

When people picture a trucking career, they often imagine long stretches of highway, sleeper cabs, and weeks spent away from home. That is one version of trucking—but it is far from the only one. A growing number of CDL opportunities allow professional drivers to work closer to home, with many...

Graduating from CDL school is a major accomplishment. You’ve learned how to safely operate a commercial vehicle, practiced the skills you need for your CDL exam, and taken an important step toward a career in trucking. But what happens next? For many new drivers, graduation is where the real journey...

Many people think about earning their CDL for months—or even years—before taking the first step. Life gets busy, schedules fill up, and it's easy to tell yourself, "I'll start next year." But waiting doesn't just delay your new career. It can also cost you thousands of dollars in lost in...

Graduating from CDL school is a major accomplishment. You've earned your Commercial Driver's License, completed hands-on training, and are ready to begin your career. But landing your first trucking job takes more than simply having a CDL. Every day, trucking recruiters speak with new graduates eage...

Truck driving is about much more than shifting gears, backing into a dock, or passing your CDL exam. Today's carriers are looking for professional drivers who can think critically, communicate effectively, use technology, and represent their company well every time they get behind the wheel. In fact...

Changing careers can feel like a leap into the unknown—but for thousands of Americans every year, earning a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) provides a clear path to better pay, stronger job security, and a career with real opportunities for growth.