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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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    A CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) is a type of driving license necessary to operate large vehicles like large freight trucks, dump trucks, passenger buses, and concrete mixers. There are three CDL classes in the United States which determine the type of vehicle you are certified to drive; Class A, Class B, and Class C. To […]

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    Updated February 2022 Have you recently earned your CDL? Congratulations! You’re probably looking forward to starting your new career. Trucking companies usually start their new drivers in an Over-the-road (OTR) position. Over-the-road trucking is also called long-haul trucking because OTR truckers have longer routes than local or regional drivers. Some OTR routes cover a few […]

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    The United States heavily relies on truckers, and they are responsible for the movement of about 71% of the entire country’s freight. This industry also takes up approximately 6% of the nation’s full-time jobs, and each year, millions of drivers enter the industry. So if you wish to enter this adventurous career, then it is […]

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    If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the trucking industry, classroom and on-hands training is not a long, drawn-out process. At Georgia Driving Academy (GDA), we prepare you to become an excellent driver. Many companies trust our curriculum to train the drivers they want to join their team. Class A CDL Course Total Time: […]

  • Guide to Becoming a Truck Driver

    Congratulations on earning that CDL! Now, what is the next step? Finding a job? The thought of getting a job may be overwhelming, but don’t stress. Here are some tips that could help you find your next career path. 1. Use Job Placement Services: It is likely that your truck driving school provides job placement […]

  • Guide to Becoming a Truck Driver

    Congratulations! You have finished CDL training school, decided on your endorsements, and are ready to take your CDL Exam. Now, let’s get the ball rolling. Your first stop is going to be your local Georgia Department Of Driver Services office to schedule your CDL exam. There will be two parts to your exam: written and […]