Driving trucks is something I always wanted to do. When I was a kid, I used to help my dad out on the farm an be at awe over the big trucks. Its was from then on I have always been fasinated by them.

When I was 12 yrs old, my dad passed away from a job accident and I was devistated. After I had gotten married I was laid off from a furniture retailer after being with that company for ten years. My wonderful wife told me 'You always talk about it, do it baby'. So I made the call to Drivers...Read More » »

My husband, Steven, deserves the trucker package because he is simply the best! Not only has he sacrificed spending time with me, but with our two children ages 6 and 8 to take care of his family through driving for USA truck. He is careful considerate driver to all on the road, and with his willingness to go anywhere and do anything he is simply the best.

Your Name: Telinda Wilson
Truck Driver: Steven Wilson

Hi Telinda,

Thank you for submitting your entry nominating, Steven.  It sounds like he's...Read More » »

I am nominating my trainer who is the best trainer for USA truck. He is helping me figure out the ins and outs of trucking. And he is a down to earth man who is self taught and never looked for any handouts and worked his butt off for what he has

Your Name: William Smith
Truck Driver: Paul Ashman


Hi William,

Thank you for nominating USA Truck trainer, Paul Ashman, in the Truck Driver Appreiciation Contest.  We're glad he's helping you get your trucking career started and we wish you the best of...Read More » »

If you are thinking about starting a trucking career, it’s vital that you have the right tools to help you learn and find success. The first thing you need to do is look for an effective training program that can teach you the skills and information needed to earn your CDL.

The best CDL training schools should have trainers with several years experience in the trucking industry, and should provide opportunities for students to learn rules and regulations in a classroom as well as get hands on...Read More » »

Are you trying to find companies that are offering truck driver jobs with no experience required?


Even if you've found a company with entry level trucking jobs available, you may be wondering how you go about getting started if you have no previous experience behind the wheel of a big rig... 

Surely you have to go through some type of training before they let you take the wheel of a semi tractor trailer, right?

Let's break everything down into 3 super simple steps to explaining how the Driver... Read More » »

Truck driving is a career that offers great benefits and high earnings potential, that is if you know where to look for the right kind of jobs and if you have the right qualifications. To start your trucking career, you first have to attend a truck training program, pass your driver's exam and obtain your Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Upon completing these initial steps, you're considered qualified to pursue an entry level trucking job.

Here are some articles about the different... Read More » »

Are you looking for a trucking company that has a good compensation package and offers training that will help you improve your skills as a truck driver? There are thousands of driving jobs in the country today. When choosing a company to work for, it's important to get into a company that not only offers high pay and great benefits but also offer career growth opportunities.

USA Trucking is one of the leading trucking companies in the country that is continuously striving for quality service...Read More » »

Yesterday, Driver Solutions received the above picture from USA Truck Driver, Jeremy Paige.  Jeremy took the picture with his phone while in Lansing, Michigan after dropping off a load.  He's been with USA Truck for about 3 1/2 months now after graduating from the Driver Solutions program.   

We thought the picture turned out great and wanted to share with others on our blog.  Thank you, Jeremy, for sharing this picture on our Facebook page!


Are you a truck driver too?  Do you have any pictures... Read More » »

I arrived at truck driving school in Fort Wayne, Indiana on July 4, 2011 unsure of what to expect. I began classes the following morning and was hit with tons of paperwork to sign, a DOT physical to take, cups to pee in (lol) all after being talked to by John Triplett, the school director, (who was awesome!). Then Ivan (classroom instructor) came in after lunch and began our classroom training. He made the days fun with his uncanny charm and demeanor!

Week 2 began with all of us "newbies" on the...Read More » »

If you're looking to obtain your CDL and find a trucking job with no experience, you may be wondering:

• How do I get started?
• What does the process look like?

Here are 3 posts to help answers these questions:

• Are You Trying to Find Trucking Jobs with No Experience?
• How to Pay for Truck Driving School
• Getting a CDL License at Trucking School

The key to starting a trucking career is to secure an entry level trucking job and build your experience over the first year behind the wheel.  Once you've proven...Read More » »