Essential Gear Every New Truck Driver Should HaveApril 2, 2025 • Truck Driving Schools of America • 2 min readStarting your first trucking job? Here’s a list of must-have tools, gadgets, and comfort items to make life on the road smoother and safer.Read more →ToolsNew DriversLifestyle
A Day in the Life of a CDL Driver: What It’s Really Like Behind the WheelMarch 26, 2025 • Truck Driving Schools of America • 2 min readWondering what life is like after truck driving school? Here’s a realistic look at the daily routine, challenges, and rewards of a professional CDL driver.Read more →CareerLifestyleNew Drivers
Second Careers on the Road: Why More People Are Switching to Trucking Later in LifeMarch 21, 2025 • Truck Driving Schools of America • 2 min readThinking about switching careers? You’re not alone. Thousands of people in their 30s, 40s, and beyond are turning to trucking as a second (or third) career—and thriving.Read more →CareerAdult LearnersLifestyle
Local vs. Regional vs. OTR: Which Trucking Job is Best for You?March 17, 2025 • Truck Driving Schools of America • 2 min readChoosing your first truck driving job is about more than money. Learn the key differences between local, regional, and over-the-road routes—and which one fits your goals best.Read more →CareerRoutesLifestyle
What Happens After You Get Your CDL? Job Placement & Career Next StepsMarch 17, 2025 • Truck Driving Schools of America • 2 min readSo you passed your CDL test—what now? Here’s a step-by-step guide to what happens after graduation, including job placement help, interviews, and your first routes.Read more →CareerCDL TrainingJob Placement
What Companies Look For in New Truck Drivers (And How to Stand Out)March 13, 2025 • Truck Driving Schools of America • 2 min readGetting your CDL is just the first step. Learn what recruiters really want in new truck drivers—and how you can give yourself the best chance at landing a great job right out of school.Read more →CareerJob PlacementNew Drivers
