160 Driving Academy Success Stories

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Graduate holding sign beside parked truck
Graduate holding certificate beside academy truck
Two men holding signs in front of blue truck
Two men celebrating truck driving graduation
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Graduated students holding certificates by green truck
Man holding 160 Driving Academy promotional sign

Student Reviews

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Experience

Shout out to Matt and Mike and the other instructors for giving some advices in life and to help me get my CDL. It was a pleasure learning and getting the CDL One and Done

Easy to Understand

My experience with 160 was great. I was given the information needed to pass the cdl and the instructors made sure I was ready before I went to test. Matt was great with plenty of commentary and showed me all the tips and tricks for driving over the road.

Matt Poulson

I had a few areas i needed/wanted to work on in class. When i approached Matt with my concerns. He was more than happy to show me how to properly get through whatever i needed help with until i was comfortable completing the task. I am very happy with how fast ive learned and improved my driving skills here.

CDL Classes

I had a wonderful experience at 160 Driving Academy. I got training and experience from instructors with a lot of experience in the field. Passed all my permitting and licensing on the first try, One and Done!! Thanks guys!!

Great bunch of people!

The instructor I spent most of my time with. Was Matt. Very good instructor. He not only made me feel confident behind the wheel. He also lowered my Anxiety as well. He worked very hard to help me achieve my goals everyday. He is very good at doing his job. Thanks again Matt! You're awesome! But I did fail to get the app from mike so I could get a job. Just about no company will hire me unless I have at least 6 months to 2 years experience. Anyone know what app it was.

Hesitant at first but with the right guidance I'm finding my confidence

Micheal, Matt, Jeff and Frank, the instructors here in Portland not only know their stuff, they are friendly, helpful and follow through to insure you're performing in the direction of success. I'll admit, I was struggling at first but each instructor takes the time to observe your difficulties and help you correct them to the best of their abilities. I would highly recommend this school for your cdl journey.

Content with teaching

I loved my learning experience with Michael from the Clakamas office. He is super sincere, and related with my logic. He kindly showed me a perfect way to remember the in cab inspection and airbrake checks. Iam thankful that I got some time with him.

Custom guidance accepted!

I’m thankful Ken Hobbs took the time to understand my issues with completing the 90 deg parking. I do believe he really helped me understand what I was lacking, thereby bring my skills up to enable me to back up into a 90 deg angle in less than three pull-ups. Thank you Ken.

Be ready to absorb and retain

Jessie is a wealth of information, high energy and focused on delivering the exact information you’ll need to pass the DMV test, on your very first day! Several students had commented about getting excellent tips- early on , which helped greatly in the yard and on the road. All of the instructors are clearly an asset , I enjoyed watching them work together! Thank you.

Experience with instructor MATT

I'm really enjoying with the instructor mad potlied location I was really nervous before to drive a class commercial now he's really helped me thank you Matt I appreciate that he's a great instructor ever I have thank you so much 160 Academy Matt Portland location Clackamas thank you Matt

Following His Brother's Path, Driving Toward His Own Future

A recent 160 Driving Academy graduate shares how he was inspired by his brother’s success—and now he’s ready to start his own journey. With his CDL in hand and a clear path ahead, he’s excited for the road, the freedom, and the future that awaits.

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From the Classroom to Career Growth: A 160 Journey in Progress

A current student at 160 Driving Academy shares how simple it was to get started with his CDL training—and why it’s one of the best decisions he’s made. With a promotional opportunity waiting at the Chicago Police Department, earning his CDL is opening doors to career advancement and greater responsibility. Hear how 160 is helping him take the wheel on his future—quickly, confidently, and with purpose.

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More Than a School — A Second Family at 160 Driving Academy

In this heartfelt testimonial, a 160 Driving Academy student shares how his experience went beyond CDL training. From day one, he felt welcomed into a close-knit community that believed in his potential, supported him through challenges, and celebrated his progress every mile of the way. For him, 160 wasn’t just a school—it was a place where he found belonging and the confidence to drive his future forward.

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