CAREER TRAINING RESOURCES

The path to becoming a professional truck driver begins with choosing the best CDL school. The right school will provide the industry-recognized training and knowledge needed to pass the CDL exam and will propel your career in the desired direction. While the decision process is complicated, considering a few features of the school will simplify … Continue reading “How to Choose the Best CDL Training School”

Many long-distance truck drivers are faced with the decision of whether they will do their driving by daylight or in the nighttime. While many different drivers will develop a preference for when they wish to do their driving, some drivers may operate better by daylight while others wish to drive at night. Some companies will … Continue reading “Day vs. Night Truck Driving”

ELD or Electronic Logging Device is a system that is installed in the truck to log a driver’s hours of service and other information. The intent is to automate the traditional handwritten processes so there will no longer be a need for logbooks. Using this type of system also makes it easy for information to … Continue reading “What is the ELD Mandate?”

If you are thinking about becoming a Class A CDL driver, it is suggested that you go through training courses. Training provides both classroom training to help pass the written portion of the exam, and practice driving for the behind-the-wheel portion. DriveCo CDL Learning Center provides training in both of these areas during a four-week, 160-hours, … Continue reading “What Should I Expect from Truck Driving School?”

The trucking industry, like many other industries, will likely go through an overhaul in the coming years. The advancement of technology and the increase in online retail businesses translates into the need for growth in developing a skilled, trucking workforce. The following are some of the highlights reported for the trucking industry: Increases in Driver … Continue reading “The Future of the Trucking Industry”

Earning your CDL can open the door to a world of possibilities and many job opportunities. As the demand for truck drivers increases each year, new drivers entering the field can expect to earn higher wages and experience more growth within the industry. As opportunities increase, drivers are looking to earn a median salary of … Continue reading “OTR vs. Regional vs. Local Trucking”