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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My experience at 160 Academy was amazing! Julie the branch manager at Morain Valley helped me thru all the process since day 1 until I graduated. She will walk you thru the process and will answer all your questions while in class or at the yard. The instructors at 160 make sure you learn everything you have to know and more to pass your state exam. I will forever be grateful with 160 Academy and especially Julie for helping me in everyway she could! Thank you cant wait to share my success in the future 😎

Julie Mensching

Where do ,l start this was a journey,l experience every aspect that would have made a person want to QUIT ,from the lab misplacing my urine test😄 to the my birth certificate not matching up with my driver license. But the one constant voice of encouragement was my branch manager Julie Mensching at palos hills ,moraine Valley, her upbeat personality and concern for her students was unbelievable.l had a death in my family and she put me on hold to deal with the situation, l struggled in my studying for pre- trip ,she encouraged and talked with the instructors and told them about my desire not to GIVE UP ,and my desire to not to let her down ,because she truly believes in her students and l believe she takes those concerns home with her ,it not just a JOB to julie its as if we are FAMILY. Thank you julie for the uplifting conversations and encouragement.

Best Experience EVER!

Got my CDL from the Palos location and worked with Julie from beginning to end. She made things so easy!! She handled all the paperwork and kept me informed each step along the way by calls and text, very thorough!! I cannot say enough about her! Instructors were very knowledgeable and taught me everything needed to pass on my first attempt. Would definitely recommend 160 Driving Academy to anyone wanting to get a CDL!!

Best decision of my life

160 driving academy school was the best decision I ever made in my life.Starting from the beginning to the end. Walking into Moraine Valley and talking to Julie the branch manager who explained and broke the whole process down.I recommend 160 to everyone ready to make that transition in their life. Thank you

Gets you prepared

160 will provide you with the proper knowledge and skill set to pass your tests and get your CDL. Some of the instructors really go out of their way to help those who show they are willing to learn. Big thanks to Julie, Calvin and Dave.

Great driving school!!!

Julie at the Palos Hills location was a great experience. She will see you through the whole process from beginning to end.I highly recommend signing up with her at the palos hills location. Great communication.

Julie

Julie from 160 driving in palos hill branch is the best I really appreciate her she is a very hard worker. She always kept in contact with me n kept me updated with everything. Thank you Julie you deserve a a million promotions

Great School

I had a great time at 160 Driving Academy. Julie Mensching from the Palos Hills office was great and very supportive. The instructors were very knowledgeable and gave great advice. I would recommend this school to anyone who is trying to obtain a CDL.

Thank you so much for all your help Julie Mensching Manager At Maren Vally Collge

I want to start with a big thank you for Juiel she walked me through all this process till I get my CDL commercial driver I really appreciate this people and she worked so hard I really appreciate it again all your help it’s amazing how you work he’ll manage it with professional way and honest people regards Afram

160 is an amazing school and Julie is awesome

I’ll try to keep it short and simple but I don’t think that’s possible. I randomly filled out an application in July of 2021 and someone from 160 contacted me within minutes. I set up my initial interview with the branch manager Julie. Besides being a great school and extremely professional the highlight of the school was How professional and how much Julie actually cares about her students. She will honestly make you feel like you matter and you’re not just a name on a list of students. The instructors are knowledgeable and they want you to succeed. So put in the hard work show them respect and you will be treated in kind. And if I haven’t mentioned already, Julie is freaking awesome!!!! Graduated in 6 weeks and now to start my career as a cdl driver. Thank you 160 for everything

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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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