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Tips and Insights into the Truck Driving Industry

View any of the articles below to learn more about trucking career opportunities and how to prepare for an in-demand career in transportation.

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    Georgia Driving Academy Celebrates Driver Trainees’ Success

    Whether they are looking for a job change, a more lucrative profession, or want to pursue their lifelong passion of traveling the country, the reasons for beginning a truck driving career are endless. Luckily, Georgia Driving Academy’s Class A CDL driver training program offers trainees the opportunity to turn this want into a reality. Our […]

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    After CDL Training: What to Expect on the Road

    Updated April 2025 If you’re considering CDL training and a future in the trucking industry, congratulations—you’re on the path to a rewarding and exciting career! Becoming a truck driver isn’t just about driving a big rig; it’s about independence, responsibility, and joining one of the most essential workforces in America. As with any career shift, […]

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    How to Beat Boredom While Trucking

    Updated February 2025 Long haul trucking is an exciting career that offers job stability, a great income, and the chance to explore the country. After completing your Class A CDL training at Georgia Driving Academy, you’ll be ready to hit the open road! However, long hours behind the wheel can sometimes lead to boredom. Here […]

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    5 Essential Tire Maintenance Tips for Winter Trucking

    Updated December 2024 When winter weather rolls in, it’s time to ensure your tires are up for the challenge. While installing winter tires is crucial, maintaining them throughout the season is just as important. Proper tire care can make all the difference between a safe winter trucking journey and a potential accident. Here are five […]

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    GDA Grad Up For Transition Trucking Award

    Congrats to our Georgia Driving Academy Grad, Steve Harris, for being named a Top 4 Finalist in the Transition Trucking: Award for Excellence. Steve Harris was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. After he graduated from high school, he attended the Army Mountain Warfare School. Upon completion in 2002, Steve joined the United States Marine […]

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    GDA Helps Meet Driver Demand: A Fox News Story

    The COVID-19 pandemic has created a backlog of the supply chain in the United States to one of the worst positions it’s been. To help combat this supply chain issue, the American Trucking Association predicts the industry will need to hire at least 60,000 truck drivers to meet the demand nationwide. Fox News visited GDA’s […]