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Many people with disabilities wonder if they can pursue a career in truck driving. The answer is yes – having a disability doesn’t automatically disqualify you from becoming a commercial truck driver. However, there are important factors to consider regarding medical requirements, regulations, and available accommodations. Understanding DOT Medical Requirements To drive a commercial vehicle, […]

Getting your Department of Transportation (DOT) physical shouldn’t mean taking extra time off the road. Today, many major truck stops offer convenient DOT physicals and other medical services right where drivers already stop. Here’s everything you need to know about getting your DOT physical at truck stops across America. Major Truck Stop Chains Offering DOT […]

With the evolving landscape of marijuana laws in the United States, particularly the proposed rescheduling of marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), it’s crucial for aspiring truck drivers at Truck Driver Institute (TDI) to understand how these changes might affect DOT marijuana testing in 2024. […]

Becoming a commercial truck driver can have many benefits. The trucking industry is always looking for new drivers to keep America’s companies running. Without truck drivers, it is almost impossible for most companies to be as successful as they are. Being a truck driver is a very rewarding job, however it can be physically and […]

DOT Physical Exam In order to drive a commercial motor vehicle (CMV), you must first meet the DOT physical exam requirements and obtain a medical card. DOT physical exam requirements include: Vision Color distinction Blood pressure Hearing Cardiovascular health Medications Urinalysis Physical endurance Medical history While this might be similar to other physicals you’ve had [...]