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Helpful Information About Truck Driving Careers

Check out this selection of articles below to learn more about career choices and how to prepare for in-demand job opportunities.

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    Need Your CDL License? We Can Help!

    Updated April 2025 After completing your Class A CDL training, the next significant step toward becoming a truck driver is passing the CDL test. This test evaluates the knowledge and driving skills you’ve developed during your training, and you must pass to officially earn your Commercial Driver’s License. While many people default to taking the […]

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    Take Your CDL Test at Apex's Facility

    Before being granted a commercial driver’s license, or CDL, it’s necessary to undergo CDL testing. Often, tests are performed at a 3rd party CDL testing facility . This CDL testing is one of the final steps to entering a commercial driving career.

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    Why Apex is the right choice for you

    Going into a career in truck driving can be a great move — but only if you go to the right truck driving school. Unfortunately, there are many schools out there that take advantage of their students, charge outrageous fees, have terrible retention rates, and don’t set their students out on a path for success. […]

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    The trucking industry is essential for everyday life

    Updated Jan 2023 As the economy improves, the demand for goods and merchandise rises, resulting in more truck drivers being needed to transport the supply chains. The Facts According to the United States Department of Labor’s Occupational Outlook Handbook, heavy and tractor-trailer truck driving jobs are projected to increase by 4 percent from 2021 to […]

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    Should I get CDL training?

    Updated March 2025 The trucking industry is a cornerstone of the U.S. economy, responsible for moving over 70% of the nation’s freight. With a growing demand for qualified drivers, obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) can open doors to numerous job opportunities, financial stability, and career flexibility. Whether you want to pursue a career in […]

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    Being prepared can lead to safer driving

    Driving can be dangerous, even when you’re a good driver. This is especially true when it comes to long drives. Follow these tips From Apex CDL Training Institute to stay safe on the road. Don’t drink and drive. No matter how often you’ve heard this, it bears repeating. The consequences of drunk driving can be […]