160 Driving Academy Success Stories

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Graduate holding sign beside parked truck
Graduate holding certificate beside academy truck
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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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Get your CDL

Great place to get your CDL from in the Waukegan location. The instructors and the rest of the staff were all great in helping with anything i needed. Especially Donna, she was such a great help and ver knowledgeable from explaining the cost breakdown to getting my permit, DOT physical, and drug test. Any questions or concerns I had she was able to answer for me. The instructors were great too all very knowledgeable and many years of experience between all of them. They were all very nice and friendly and made things easy to understand. They all offered different perspectives from their different work experiences to be able to show you different ways of looking at things. Very easy to understand and great especially when it came to learning to drive manual for the first time in my life, they knew how to tell you what you're doing wrong and how to correct it. Over all I had a great experience and was able to pass and get my cdl in one shot when it came to test day! I would one hundred percent recommend this place to anyone wanting to get their cdl, and if you have any questions or concerns reach out to Donna at the Waukegan location.

Great experience!

The instructors and staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. I recommend the school.

Please send Trucks!

My instructors at the San Bernardino campus were awesome. Despite the lack of trucks, and breakdowns they were able to provide enough instruction to help me get my CDL. Please send more trucks to the San Bernardino campus, most people learn by doing and not everyone can do this job. Special thanks to Daniel, JoJo, Josue, Juan, and Antonio, couldn't have made it without yall.

Best school

Very professional and friendly staff. The training trucks were in good condition, and the instructors really cared about helping students pass. I passed my CDL on the first try thanks to them!I would highly recommend them.

First class Training

This school provided all the necessary resources and more to help you succeed as a commercial driver. They help you obtain your CDL class A license with above average training standards and have very experienced instructors who can help you understand the life beyond the wheel. Your yard owner also has owner operator experience with more around the country as soon as you start your ELDT training. I would recommend this school to everyone who wants to start a new career!! 🙂

One And Done Club 2025…

I’m most admit it was not easy or a piece of cake like I thought it was. I just made it look easy thanx to Samad and Ali my instructors… The East Orange, NJ Yard made the actual test a piece of cake though. Because if you can drive in the tight inner city streets of East Orange, Newark, Jersey City and Roselle you can drive anywhere and passing the test is gonna be as easy as writing your name. Samad and Ali got a lot of years of knowledge and wisdom that they instill in you. I’m very happy and grateful I was dealt this hand. I couldn’t ask for more. I also want to thank David and Tina as well. They also made this possible and they was there for me from day one…

Tacoma WA 160

Very flexible on their scheduling and Tacoma yard instructor Sue is the best.

Best class ever

My experience at Palos Hills with my BDM Julie mensching couldn’t have been better. After my 40hrs. Of class time she checked up on me constantly to see how my time on the yard was going and if there was anything that I needed that she could help me with. I really feel like she cared about not only my success while in class but in life in general. I recommend Palos for anyone who want to get their CDL they really are doing it the right way. Thanks Julie, you really are a trooper

My Career

My experience with 160 Driving Academy was great , thanks to my sweet and overly patient instructor Ms.Kristy Jones from Indiana !

Great For Self-starter

Great environment good instructors would recommend this school for those who are ready right now.

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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