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Navigating When is a CDL Required? 

The Roads: Understanding When and Why a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is Essential    Driving a commercial vehicle requires a distinct set of skills and responsibilities that go beyond those of a regular driver. To ensure safety on the roads and uphold industry standards, obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is not just a choice but a legal requirement. In this blog post, we’ll explore the […]

By Laura Crutcher

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How to Make Living on the Road Easier: A Guide for Future CMVO Drivers

  The open road, opens doors for endless horizons, and gives the freedom of life on the highway which can bring amazing possibilities for the future. If you’ve ever dreamed of becoming a Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator (CMVO), you’re in for an adventure like no other! The highways will be your daily companions, and the […]

By Laura Crutcher

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Getting Your CDL-A in Texas: A Comprehensive Guide to Success

Are you ready to start on an exciting journey towards a career on the open road? Obtaining your CDL-A (Commercial Driver’s License) in Texas is a remarkable step toward fulfilling your dreams. This comprehensive guide will take you through the process from start to finish, ensuring you’re well-prepared for every step. Step 1: Eligibility Check […]

By Laura Crutcher

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Exploring CMVO Career Opportunities in Texas

Trucking is the circulatory system of the nation. Every big city and little town relies on trucks to get their cargo from ports and major depots to the stores and warehouses that supply everyday life. However, there are no longer enough skilled truck drivers to go around. As e-Commerce skyrockets the need for both long-distance […]

By Laura Crutcher

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Truck drivers spend extended periods of time on the road. Here are 5 tips that make living on the road easier for commercial truck drivers.

5 Tips that Make Living on the Road Easier for Commercial Truck Drivers

 You also need just about everything within safe reach of the driver’s seat, especially if you are driving solo. Inexperienced drivers often find it difficult to stay comfortable and reasonably well entertained while also safely operating the vehicle. Old hands at truck driving know all the tricks to make living on the road easier, […]

By Justin Shook

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Getting a CDL: 8 Incredible Benefits of Being a School Bus Driver

 Just like any other job, being a school bus driver comes with its cons as well as rewarding benefits and exciting opportunities. All you need is a Commercial Driver’s License to get started. Read on to learn the various reasons you should consider driving a school bus as a career in Texas.  Top Benefits […]

By Justin Shook

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A male truck driver with a commercial driver’s license is getting into his truck.

What Can You Do With a Commercial Driver’s License?

Essentially, you need a professional driver’s license, also known as a commercial driver’s license (CDL), to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) on all public roadways in Texas and the rest of the United States. Of course, this requires training and certification, which takes about seven weeks.   While a CDL is the main requirement […]

By Justin Shook

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Surprisingly, only 6.2 percent of truck drivers in America are women. Here are a few reasons women should consider a truck driving career.

Why Women Should Consider a Truck Driving Career

The American Trucking Association estimates that in an industry that employs about 947,000 drivers, only 6.2 percent of their entire workforce is women. While the trucking industry was disrupted by the novel COVID-19 virus, experts are confident that the current bounce back will continue with health mandates in place. So…should women consider a truck driving […]

By Heather Zielinski

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New truck driver leverages these insider budgeting tips for truckers to maximize his earnings and smiles.

Insider Budgeting Tips for Truckers

You’ve got your commercial driver’s license now what? Sure! You’re not stuck in a cubical or attending endless meetings. Being a long-haul truck driver has a few of its own challenges. And, the first, is how to save money on the road. Creating — and sticking to — a budget helps ensure that you minimize […]

By Heather Zielinski

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Long-haul truck driver demonstrates how to get a commercial driver’s license in 2021.

How to Get a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in 2021

 The trucking industry continues to boom, accounting for nearly six percent of all the full-time jobs across the country. The overall projected employment for truck drivers in the U.S. shows a five percent increase before the end of the decade. In Texas, the projection is higher, showing a 17 percent increase. By 2026, it […]

By Heather Zielinski

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When Do You Need A CDL In Texas?

If you want to drive a large or commercial vehicle on public roads in Texas or anywhere in the United States, you must possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). A CDL permits the operation of 18-wheelers, buses, trucks that haul hazardous materials, and more. Before you can get a CDL, you must get a CDL […]

By SCI Administrator

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When is a CDL Required and How to Get It

If you’ve ever considered a career driving a commercial vehicle like a truck, you may have asked yourself, “Why is a CDL required?” Or you may be unaware of what a CDL is or how to obtain one. Acquiring a CDL is a critical component of starting your career driving a commercial vehicle. But before […]

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How To Get A CDL In Texas

You’ve probably heard about drivers with a commercial driver’s license (CDL), but not really understood what that means. A CDL is a category of driver’s licenses that allows you to drive a larger vehicle. A CDL in Texas falls into three classes: A, B, and C.  The different classes are separated by the vehicle’s weight […]

By SCI Administrator

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Commercial Driver's License

What is a Commercial Driver’s License?

A Commercial Driver’s License, or CDL, is a specialized driver’s license that allows individuals to drive designated commercial vehicles on roadways. In Texas, commercial drivers must complete appropriate training and testing in order to drive commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). To comply with the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act and ensure improved highway safety, CMV operators […]

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