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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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    Women Truck Drivers Are More Important Than Ever

    More and more companies are seeking women these days to serve as drivers in their fleets. Why women? The reasons may surprise you. The old adages about female drivers are proving to be completely false. Women have what it takes to handle a truck and they are loyal to their companies! Contrary to the opinions […]

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    Apps To Help You Manage Your Finances

    A career in the transportation and trucking industry can be very exciting, with lots of interstate travel. However, being away from home and loved ones for long periods of time can make communication difficult sometimes. Managing finances from far away can also be a problem. Luckily, with advances in technology, distance is no longer an […]

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    What Happens After Your CDL Training

    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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    Pros and Cons of Over-the-Road

    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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    How Long Does It Take To Get A CDL?

    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: […]

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    Tips for Getting Your Dream Job

    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 […]