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If you’re thinking about making a career change and becoming a truck driver, it’s only natural to start asking yourself, “Do you need special skills to be a truck driver?” This is a career with many values and certain abilities. Because of that, it’s important to understand just what special skills you may need to […]

Hispanic truck driver (40s) standing in front of semi-truck with clipboard. When you are first thinking about switching to the exciting career of truck driving, the first requirement is simple: you must have a Commercial Driver’s License, also known as a CDL. However, what exactly are the requirements for a CDL? Do You have to [...]

Are you concerned with how to know if you’re ready for truck driving school? Perhaps you’re nervous about the requirements of driving large vehicles or worried about the rules and regulations involved with operating large vehicles on public roads. Whatever the case, Truck Driver Institute has your back. You can go from never having touched [...]

Different states and regions have different regulations that may affect your career in trucking. These differences may lead you to ask, “how long are CDL valid in each state?” If this question has been bugging you, or you’re just learning that differences in CDL regulations may be an issue in the future, look no further. [...]

Changing your career path to become a truck driver can be a rewarding decision. Truck driving is an essential occupation that keeps the economy moving by transporting goods like wood and metal all over the country. As many stores convert to online shopping only, truck drivers are becoming even more imperative to the nation.  In […]

The trucking industry is often overlooked and misunderstood by those who are not familiar with it. However, it plays a critical role in keeping our economy running and providing essential goods and services to communities across the country. Here are some trucking industry facts that may surprise those who are not familiar with the industry. […]