Truck Driving

A new Class A driver’s first day on the road looks different from the highway shots in recruiting ads, and that’s worth knowing going in. Understanding the everyday rhythm of the job, from the morning pre-trip check to finding parking for the night, helps a new graduate start the career with confidence. This walkthrough follows […]

A Class A CDL opens the door to more than one type of job. New drivers often picture only one kind of work: long days on the highway, away from home for weeks at a time. That picture leaves out most of the industry. Trucking careers cover a wide range of schedules, routes, and freight […]

Updated June 5, 2025 The trucking industry is evolving, and one of the most exciting changes is the growing number of women choosing careers behind the wheel. If you’ve ever thought about trucking but weren’t sure if it was right for you, there’s never been a better time to explore this path. Women made up […]

In 2016, Mohamad Aly and his family took a leap of faith, leaving Egypt in search of a brighter future in the United States. Like many immigrants, he faced the challenges of starting over in a new country—navigating an unfamiliar system, building a career, supporting a family, and obtaining financial stability. Thanks to his determination […]

What is Contract CDL Training? Contract Training is an option for students who are willing to sign an employment contract with a motor carrier in exchange for going into their CDL training program. Students can choose this option instead of going through CDL training at a CDL school, like Apex CDL Institute. With contract training, […]

When training at Apex Technical Institute, drivers will be prepared to handle their trucks in most situations while on the road. However, many times, a driver’s first experience with unpredictable weather will be while they are on the road. That is why it’s important for students to learn about different types of road conditions truck […]