160 Driving Academy Blog: Trucking Questions

If you’re considering a career in trucking, one of the first things you probably want to know is: “How long does it take to get a CDL license?” The good news is that with the right training program, you can be fully licensed and ready to work in as little as four weeks. At 160 Driving Academy,...

If you’re thinking about starting a career in trucking, one of the first questions you might ask is: “Do I need prior driving experience before CDL school?” The short answer is no—you don’t need professional truck driving experience to enroll in CDL training. At 160 Driving Academy, we special...

If you’re considering a career in trucking, you may be wondering: Do I need a high school diploma to become a truck driver? The simple answer is no—you are not required to have a diploma or GED to earn your CDL and start driving. However, it’s important to know that some employers may prefer o...

If you’ve been thinking about starting a career in trucking, one of the first questions you might ask is: How old do you have to be to get a CDL? The answer is straightforward: you can earn your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at 18 years old. At 18, you’ll be able to drive commercially within you...

Over 3,000 drivers learned this morning that their employer, Celadon, has filed for bankruptcy, leaving many drivers concerned about filling the tank to get home, providing for the holidays, and their career moving forward. The 160 Driving Academy team recognizes the difficult situation that the Cel...