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How to get a CDL

If you live in the USA and want to earn your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), you’re probably wondering where to begin. In order to get a CDL, you’ll have to pass a detailed driving exam and a written test with at least 80% correct answers. Driving a truck is an important job that can often be difficult. In order to safely and successfully begin your career, it’s a good idea to get your training from the pros.

160 Driving Academy will prepare you for your exam with 160 hours of training in the classroom and behind the wheel. You’ll learn everything you need to know to pass your written test with ease. When it comes to driving, we believe that the best strategy is lots of practice. After 4 weeks with 40 hours of training a week, you’ll be ready to take your exam. Here’s how to get a CDL with 160:

  • 40 Hours of Classroom Training
  • 120 hours of experience driving in the yard, on local streets, highways, and interstate roads which includes both behind the wheel and observation time.

Our instructors will work with you individually to make sure you’re 100% prepared for your exam. It’s that simple – and for most of our students, tuition is reimbursed 1 by their new employer!

Don’t delay a great career decision any longer, and call now or fill out our online form to get started. Check out our Facebook for more information on our classes!

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Truck Driving Classes Throughout USA

Stop thinking about obtaining your CDL and get started on your new career path today. With convenient locations serving all of the USA, 160 Driving Academy will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to be the best driver you can be. So call us today to choose your training from any of 160 Driving Academy’s school locations throughout the country.

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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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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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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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