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

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Awesome learning experience

So happy I pick 160 drive academy for my CDL training the teachers were awesome and you literally learning something vital and new every. Ralph one of my favorite instructors here taught me everything I possibly needed to know for CDL testing, he had me doing turns that I thought was impossible like a professional driver never gave up on me even when I got discouraged. He challenged he through the impossible and prepared me for everyday life with Trucking. Spoon taught me to work out my maneuver and never left my side til it was perfect that made me learn my mistakes and fix it he is awesome teacher who is very dedicated to his students. Pete taught me to trust myself and get out of my owe head & gave me the confidence and instructions I needed to succeed. Mike is a awesome leader even with him doing office working and making sure the yard and his students and staff have everything thing we needed he still found time to always come out and give us support, pointer and advice. There were all awesome like you were all family Thanks 160 Drive you guys are all so wonderful thank you for this blessing that will change my kids and I lives forever….

Cdl

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My 160 experience

Through the time at the 160 driving academy in Southbend In I had a great experience an learned alot with my instructors an learned alot with them I’ve got a big thank you to my instructors Mike Ralph Pete and Dewithe I would highly recommend anyone to join the 160 school

I Think I Can

It was a really great opportunity. The whole experience allows you to work on your strengths and just keep getting better from there. The team in South Bend was really helpful and made sure everyone was able to continue to grow and pass without a doubt.

10/5 One & Done!

My experience was great from start to finish, from the recruiter Dwayne at Ivy Tech South Bend where it all began and the classroom to the truck yard with the lead instructor Mike and the other instructors Ralph, Spoon, and Pete where it ended, everybody was great! I learned something from all of them and I felt they all wanted me to succeed and I did! We had a common goal and my life was depending on this so it was a must for me that I was successful! We had fun, there was a never a dull moment, and I’m going to miss them, but I’ll never forget what I learned or where it came from. I’m glad I chose 160 Driving Academy to train for my CDL. Great school, the recruiter was nice and chill, instructors were laid back and very good at what they do and very helpful with anything you ask. 10/10 and 5 stars hands down! Thanks 160 Driving Academy!!!

The best CDL school on the Planet

Everything about 160 academy is an experience. I learned so much from each one of my instructors. There wasn’t a question I couldn’t ask , there wasn’t a moment they left me wondering . Any struggle I had they helped me fix . It’s amazing how each instructor specializes in something different; taking turns helps you one on one even when it’s a hard full of students . They made the time . I’ve been telling the world about this school an how you guys have truly amazing sponsors that pay for everything . Since I left class there hasn’t been a day that has gone by that I haven’t thought about my class days . Being around people that care genuinely about your future , meant everything to me . South bend instructors are very much some of the best teacher I’ve ever came across, always remember to listen to what they said to me an because of that I passed my first go round . I’m so grateful everyday I Landed there with you guys . It’s truly changed my life forever . Thank you guys from my soul ; I appreciate each one of you . Keep teaching , because if no one has told you guys : your amazing at it . It’s not to many people that can laugh with you an still get you where you need to be ..

Awesome class

Was a great experience learning from the guyss at 160 Drive Academy. Super helpful with every aspect of my training

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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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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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