Tips to Safe Driving: Truck Drivers Edition

resourcesfds on January 21, 2023

As an experienced truck driver or a beginner, knowing how to operate a large vehicle like a truck requires great attention and effort. Driving a truck can be difficult and tricky, requiring you to watch out for other pedestrians and vehicles that are many sizes smaller. Nonetheless, to become a qualified truck driver, knowing how to drive safely on the road is a must. According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2020, approximately 5,000 people were killed in fatal crashes involving large trucks. The high casualties are a sign that drivers need to be more attentive and make wiser decisions. To prevent the worst, we will offer guidance to better prepare you for future truck journeys. We want everyone to have a safer experience on the road. Read on to find out how you can better do your part!  

Jobs You Can Get With a CDL

resourcesfds on January 21, 2023

Congratulations! You’ve just earned your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Obtaining this opens many opportunities for jobs and career options for you. To quickly review, a Commercial Driver’s License is required to operate large and heavy commercial vehicles such as trucks, buses and trailers. Once you have received your CDL, you may be thinking: What now? 

Everything You Need to Know to Get a Commercial Driving License in NY

resourcesfds on January 21, 2023

A Commercial Driver License (CDL) is a license that allows you to operate a commercial vehicle under certain conditions depending on the types of CDL you plan to get. With a CDL, you are able to operate specific large, heavy, or even hazardous vehicles in commerce. If you plan to get a CDL, you will need more than just your knowledge and technical skills. The process can be long, but we have it all covered and explained to you. Read on to learn how you can prepare yourself on your journey to getting a CDL!