Driver Resource Center is proud to announce the expansion of its Future of Trucking Scholarship to include all schools within its network. This initiative, designed to support individuals pursuing careers as commercial truck drivers, will now be available to eligible applicants from Missouri, Oklahoma, Kansas, Texas, Ohio, Kentucky, and South Carolina. Launched as a way … Continued
Getting a CDL in Missouri is easier and quicker than you may think. Follow these steps outlined below to learn how to get your CDL in Missouri, including Missouri state requirements, the DOT Physical, the CDL permit test, entry level driver training, and more. It will tell you everything that you need to know to get … Continued
Looking to expand your career and earnings? Get your Texas CDL! You’ll have unparalleled freedom to drive a commercial vehicle across the state or even the country. Texas State CDL Requirements The first step to getting your CDL license is to know what is needed to get a CDL in Texas. We’ve prepared an easy-to-understand … Continued
In America there has been a shortage of skilled truck drivers for many years, however the pandemic has increased this need. Currently there are not enough truck drivers to fill open positions. The high demand for CDL drivers has resulted in not only an increase in driver pay, but also an increase in driver training … Continued
Truck driving is the perfect option if you’re searching for an exciting job. Truck drivers are the backbone of our nation’s commerce and supply network, transporting goods and services throughout the country. However, there’s a lot more to this job than hauling freight across state lines. In fact, many people don’t realize how much variety … Continued
Hot shot trucking has become one of the most appealing entry points for individuals looking to break into the freight and logistics industry. Particularly, non-CDL hot shot trucking allows drivers to haul loads without the need for a commercial driver’s license (CDL), making it an attractive option for newcomers. But before you jump behind the … Continued
If you’re working toward getting your CDL and dreaming of owning your own truck one day, understanding the costs of buying a semi-truck is an important first step. However, before you start picking out paint colors and mudflap designs, you’re probably wondering, “how much does a semi-truck cost?” In this guide, we’ll break down the … Continued
If you are considering a job as a truck driver you’ve probably wondered, where do truck drivers sleep? After all quality sleep is important to driving safely. Where truck drivers sleep depends on the type of driving job. Drivers who transport cargo locally get home to sleep at the end of the day, but the … Continued
Getting behind the wheel of a truck is an exciting way to earn a living. Unfortunately, it can also be dangerous. One issue that many new drivers are concerned about is how many hours they can drive before requiring a break. While truck driver hour limits may seem overly restrictive to maximizing earnings, they are … Continued
When the economy slows down, a lot of people start to worry about losing their jobs. One job that often comes up in this conversation is truck driving. Is truck driving recession proof? While no job is 100% safe, truck driving tends to do better than many others during hard times. Let’s look at why … Continued