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Women in Trucking and Southwest Truck Driver Training

As more women enter the transportation industry, supportive resources and training are increasingly important to launch women into exciting careers. Southwest Truck Driver Training offers comprehensive programs for anyone, provided by a diverse staff, including female instructors dedicated to helping each student be successful.   How Many Truckers Are Women? The number of female truckers…

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DOT Physical for Truckers: How It Works and What to Expect

All people with commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) must pass a physical exam to drive commercially in the U.S. These medical exams serve several purposes for the benefit of the drivers and others on the road. Passing medical tests can be intimidating, especially if your career hinges on one. So, having questions is natural. Read on…

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How Much Do Truck Drivers Make in 2023? Average Pay for Graduates

Truck drivers with a commercial driver’s license (CDL) can often make a good income, no matter where they work. Those with specialized endorsements and skills stand to make even more money working in this in-demand career. Read on to learn about average truck driver salaries, pay for various driving positions, and how you can increase…

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ELDT (Entry-Level Driver Training) Rules: What It Means for CDL Students

You may have heard of the recent rule implemented by the federal government called “Entry-Level Driver Training” requirements, which recently went into effect February 7, 2022. What are these new rules, and what does it mean for you, the prospective commercial driver’s license (CDL) applicant?   New ELDT Rules for CDL Drivers: A Simple Explanation…

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New California Trucking Labor Laws Throw Owner-Operators Under the Bus

Recently enacted California trucking labor laws may force owner-operators to flee the Golden State. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed controversial Assembly Bill 5 (AB5) into law in September; it was intended to reduce the number of workers classified as “independent contractors” and put them on payrolls where state and federal income taxes would be automatically deducted.…

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A Day in the Life of a Trucker

Trucking jobs vary from over-the-road trucking to driving locally for delivery companies or retail establishments. The jobs and regulations for each type of job are very different. Over the road truckers have the strictest regulations as they must abide by hours of service guidelines. Local truckers are bound by some regulations but may also have…

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5 Smart Ways to Keep Your Truck in Top Shape

Every truck driver knows the importance of keeping their rig in the best shape possible. But what about those stretches of time in between professional maintenance visits? A semi truck is a much more complex machine than a standard passenger car, so it makes sense that commercial vehicle maintenance and box truck maintenance are also…

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Get a CDL Today and Start Driving for Amazon in Tucson, Arizona

Get a CDL Today and Start Driving for Amazon in Tucson, Arizona   As you search for truck driver training, consider the types of truck driver jobs that will be waiting for you when you graduate CDL training in Tucson. Recently Amazon expanded operations significantly with two major construction projects in this Arizona city. Find…

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How Much do Truck Drivers Make a Year?

The booming economy and persistent driver shortages have truckers firmly in the pay raise driver’s seat. To answer the question about “how much do drivers get paid per year?” … More! Skilled, CDL-licensed truck drivers are in high demand. If you have seen headlines about national wages starting to climb by fractions, disregard those numbers.…

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The Effects of Autonomous Driving on the Trucking Industry

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Ike, an autonomous trucking start-up company, just finished a Series A round of $52 million. Investors are working to create self-driving trucks. Companies such as Amazon and Embark are also working with autonomous deliveries. Embark is using autonomous technology in its trucks while Amazon is testing “Scout,” a robot delivery service. While this may save…

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