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No matter where you are driving, it seems like there is always construction work being done on the roads.  Short of leaving extra time to get to your destination though, it often seems like there is not much else you can do to help construction season driving be any easier. Keep up to date. Whe...

So you’re looking to become a commercial truck driver, but aren’t sure which company to train with? For the students who have chosen 160 Driving Academy, there was no question—and no regrets! Brandon B. left a glowing review: “Well, today I graduated 160. All around best school ever! I lea...

Being a truck driver has some great perks—you can see the country, aren’t tied to an office and have great opportunities for growth and advancement. However, spending so much time on highways also increases the risk for crashes, wrecks and other driving incidents. For this reason, 160 Driving...

At 160 Driving Academy, we believe in “providing.” Whether it’s providing you with the education to get your CDL, the means to support your family, or the network for a life-long career, we firmly stand by the idea that we’re more than just instructors. We are providing you with a life-changing expe...

Preparation helps keep you safe while driving. There are so many things that can go wrong with your car or other drivers. Safe driving is key, but it is also good to be prepared especially if you are going on long trips. As semi-truck drivers, long trips mean that your cab is your home. The truck dr...

Not all truck stops are created equal. While they all aim to serve the same general purposes (a place to rest, fuel up, eat, or stretch out for a bit), there are some truck stops that are a notch above the rest. Here, we make a list of the some of the best stops around the country. Be sure and add t...

Winter is hazardous for driving.  Snow and ice make the perfect combination for slipping, sliding and crashing. There are several precautions that you can take to save you and your car from the hazards of winter. The experts at 160 Driving Academy truck driving school have their top ten tips to...

Do you love the feeling of being behind the wheel? Are you currently working as a bus or taxi driver? Or maybe you’re on a truck crew? These careers could be prepping you for an even better one…truck driving. Your background as a driver has already prepared you for the job.  Instea...

While you probably hear a great deal about unemployment in the media, one group of unemployed people barely receives any recognition – unemployed veterans. Though veterans gain skills in the military that are useful in civilian jobs, many of our former service members struggle to find work when they...

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