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
Graduate holding certificate in front of green truck
Graduated students holding certificates by green truck
Man holding 160 Driving Academy promotional sign

Student Reviews

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Great Place to train

I honestly loved learning here, the only thing I would change is mostly all the trucks that keep breaking down, because it affects the students from completing their training or getting their hours to finish up, and possibly show the students how to drive a manual and do the proper steps with shifting up and down, it was a huge challenge for me to downshift without being shown how as im a visual and hands on learner. Other than that the instructors were wonderful, i learned a lot from the head instructor Chris and Matt showed us what not to do and do and one instructor needs to learn how to stay calm and be patient with the trainees, as learning how to drive a Semi is not an easy task, we all know they are much bigger vehicles and can cause more damage on the road if an issue were to occur, but that is all part of the learning process.

One and Done

Despite having a few issues out of anyone’s control testing went smoothly! The team was very helpful in helping me get my CDL

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I had a great experience at 160 in Oswego. All the instructors work with all the students and they with your learning pace.

Awesome

Great place to learn. I would recommend it to anyone needing a cdl. Great teachers as well.

Great school

I was sent to 160 Oswego by my work to get my CDL. My instructor Matt was great. He helped me get my CDL in one try. It's obvious that he cares the students actually learn.

Door Opener!!

Attending 160 wasn’t easy getting use too at first but with patience my instructor MAT was very helpful with making sure I was able to learn comfortably! I appreciate Nate and Jeremy Also whom was very helpful! 🤝🃏🚷

Great instructors.

Oswego Location had amazing instructors. I was at the Joliet location for a while, but felt like I couldn’t get through it when I changed and went out there to Oswego Everything was different. I give a super shot out to Matt aka Milk. Great guy great instructor. I appreciate everything my boy.

One and Done

My time at 160 was great I was able to learn things about real world experiences I didn’t know I was going to learn, that I can use for years to come. The best advice I can give is to take your time and trust the process. Joe- was more of the push you to be better and show you tips and tricks to use in the real world to be the best driver possible. People may think he is being hard on you but that’s his way of showing his passion for his job because he wants you to be the best. John- if you’re looking for a laid back instructor he’s your guy. He was the one who taught me the “push push” on my first day and I promise it won’t ever leave my head. John has a ton of stories about his experiences that I will never forget and will always think about when I am in the real world. Mike- I would say he’s the most technically sound out of them all. Teaching me how I can approach different intersections/ lights/ roadways, etc. He will always make sure you know exactly what’s going on and why people are doing what they are doing. Jeremy- He’s closer to my age so I felt it was the easiest talking to him because he understood me. He taught me how to float gears (never used in class, for real world purposes only). He was never afraid to express himself while with me and it made for some fun drives, especially on my first day. Matt- He’s on the automatic side although I never got to drive with him he taught me how to be patient and to pre plan for what you know is going to happen. If you see him with his coffee just know he’s got 3-5 stories ready and 5 more coffees in his truck Nate- great guy he was more behind the scenes with everything and made sure it was a smooth ship and I appreciate him for being patient with everyone and understanding. I learned a lot of different things from all of my instructors which was the best part because I can pick and choose what I like over what I don’t from each and make myself the most complete driver possible. Last thing, if you ever feel any of them are being hard on you just know they see something in you and believe in your abilities, they all mean no harm and want you to succeed.

18 wheels Rolling. (On The Road Again.)

Jeremy, Nate, Mike, Joe, John, Chis, Matt This Team is awesome everyone of them took time with me and showed me the ropes. I had a lot of fun with all of them hope to stay in touch with them. I highly recommend this location and team all of them had experience that they shared with me and others.

Best driving academy in the United states

My experience at 160 Driving Academy in Montgomery/Oswego Illinois was amazing. All of the instructors that where at my yard where amazing and love doing what they do. In the 4 weeks I had classes there they really helped me learn how to drive and learn everything about the truck. If you followed there orders and listen to them you will get your CDL with no trouble at all. This was an experience I will never forget. Thank you Mike, Nate, Matt, Joe, Jermey, Tracey, John, and Chris for all that you guys did. You guys are truly amazing for what you help people accomplish. IF YOU WANT YOUR CDL GO TO THIS YARD AND YOU WILL GET IT EASILY IF YOU LISTEN AND FOLLOW THERE DIRECTIONS!! Again thank you guys so so much, I just got my CDL today!!!

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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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