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Colorado House Passes Bill to Lower CDL Age Requirement

It’s estimated that the trucking industry will be short 150,000 drivers by 2024. Experts are asking for a change now in order to combat the shortage. Trucking companies already offer higher pay per mile, sign-on bonuses, and health or retirement benefits to attract more drivers. Now, they’re looking to hire from a younger pool of applicants.

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4 Ways to Be a Better Student During CDL Training

Paying attention in class isn’t fun. It’s just not. The allure of the open road or the desire to get out of an office or classroom was the reason for getting a CDL. But, you find yourself in a classroom. Listening to someone explain things that may seem too obvious or too complicated… And you start to tune out. This can feel natural. Maybe you already know this material and you don’t need to hear it for the thousandth time. Or you got lost right off the bat and don’t want the embarrassment of asking a question. But great drivers are the ones that are always learning.

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Guide to Financial Aid for CDL Training

Figuring out how to pay for school can often be a time-consuming and stressful process. Finances should never keep someone from starting a career they want. Fortunately, at United States Truck Driving School, cost doesn’t have to hold anyone back. We have multiple tuition assistance options for students interested in earning their CDL, including loans, reimbursements, carrier sponsorships, and more.

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How to Get the Most out of Your CDL Training

CDL training will come with a lot of information for prospective truck drivers, and all of it is important. If you’re not careful, certain attitudes and actions may limit your growth in the transportation industry. They may even cause you to fail if you’re not careful. Adopt these practices to make the most of your CDL training.

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Looking Forward to 2019 For the Trucking Industry

Many industries – including trucking – are looking forward to what the new year will hold for their industry. While changes do not suddenly happen just because of a new year, very few years are the same and trends come and go in any industry. The same goes for trucking. So, what can we expect in trucking in 2019?

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Top Apps For Over The Road Truckers

One of the most important things to consider when starting over-the-road driving is how to make life more comfortable during those times away from home. With phones becoming a lifeline for people, the multitude of apps available has allowed for an easier time on the road, controlling everything from entertainment to daily tasks.

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Should I Go to Trucking School?

Going back to school as an adult is a big decision. Making that decision means asking some questions for yourself. Is it worth the time and effort?  Can I afford it? Is it easier to just get by with my current job? Are there other opportunities available to me?

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