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When you’re looking to begin your truck driving career, you may hear of or even find yourself with one or several pre-hire letters. If you are unfamiliar with these, we’ll help explain what a pre-hire letter is, and how they benefit you as a new driver. Understanding Pre-Hires A pre-hire is a letter from a …

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You’ve finished trucking school, and now you’re feeling ready to head off on your first solo cross-country trip. Before you can strike out on your own, however, there are a few more steps you need to take after completing your CDL training. Pick a Carrier The employment opportunity you choose will depend on the type …

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We’ve all heard that America relies on truckers. That truck drivers deliver the goods we all need to thrive and survive. It’s also been said that without truckers, our country would soon come to a standstill.  Is that true? What would happen if we were to lose our truck drivers? Here are a few examples …

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Backing up is one of the most challenging maneuvers for a trailer driver. It is common to find drivers who can move forward competently but who have trouble when they are required to back up. The difficulty is compounded if the trailer has a sleeper bunk. The inability to back up a rig is a …

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Happy Retirement to The Man, The Legend – Mr. Norm Wigham! After nearly 25 years at United States Truck Driving School, and over 60 years in the trucking industry, Norm Wigham is officially retiring. Norm has held a Commercial Drivers License for over 60 years! He started his career driving for Allied Van Lines, and …

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Obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License can lead to a rewarding career, but a busy lifestyle can leave you with reservations about the time it takes for training. It’s a great idea to think things through and plan ahead because CDL training does involve a commitment. The good news is that training is doable for most …

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