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While there are many industries that have a surplus of qualified applicants vying for a few available positions, the trucking industry isn’t one of them. Companies that hire truckers are desperate to fill driver shortages. Why the Shortage? One of the biggest factors of the driver shortage is the age of current drivers. Many of …

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A lot of people are concerned that self-driving (autonomous) vehicles will mean that there will no longer be a need for truck drivers. But that is simply not the case and is far from the truth. Autonomous Safety Capabilities While there is talk that self-driving trucks will be on the road by 2020, the term “self-driving” is a …

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Educators, doctors, and nurses take continuing education classes to keep up on new developments, techniques, and discoveries in their field. Does it make sense for truck drivers to do the same? Truckers play a large part in moving the nation’s economy. Every morning you climb behind the wheel of a semi in the rain, shine, sleet, …

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If you are thinking about getting your CDL, you are likely trying to find as much information as you can on trucking industry jobs. There are plenty of resources and articles online that offer information about the industry, trucking companies, and driving jobs. But what if you want more information than the internet can provide, …

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Finding the right commercial drivers license (CDL) training program can be a long and difficult task. There are numerous options, depending on the type of CDL license or training you want to receive, the location of the school, the cost of the program, and other factors. Websites are often full of information and can answer …

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One of the most important things to consider when choosing a truck driving school is how you are going to pay the tuition. While some students prefer to pay cash, different types of financial aid are available. This includes loans and other financial assistance such as VA benefits. However, one thing that students often overlook …

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