CDL Driving Academy Podcast

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May 2025

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Driving Academy is a commercial truck driving school dedicated to helping 1,000,000 people on their ROAD TO FREEDOM. This means we want to help people achieve a well-paying career in the trucking industry. Listen in for all news on the CDL trucking world with our founder Jonathan.

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May 29, 20258 min

3 SIMPLE MONEY MAKING TIPS FOR OWNER-OPERATORS!

Owner Operators are truck drivers turned business owners! If you are an owner-operator you need to get out of the mentality of just a CDL driver and shift into the mindset of a business owner! This video was created for all CDL drivers looking to become owner-operators who are already owner-operators and seeking to grow their fleet! What You'll Learn: Know your numbers! -Fixed cost & Variable cost Manage your cash flows! -Repair bucket Set financial goals! -Be very specific with your goals Want to get your CDL license?! Driving Academy will help: Visit https://www.cdldrivingacademy.com/?utm_source=youtube.com&utm_id=1210345230228407 Sign up for our guaranteed training course and get unlimited test attempts at no extra cost!

May 23, 20259 min

AIR BRAKE TEST 2025 | ON A CLASS B TRUCK!

AIR BRAKE TEST 2025 | ON A CLASS B TRUCK!The Class B truck air brakes test is a crucial part of earning your CDL because it ensures you understand how to safely operate a vehicle with an air brake system. This system controls the truck’s stopping power, and any failure to understand it can lead to serious safety risks on the road. The test covers components like the air compressor, governor, and warning systems, as well as how to perform proper checks. Knowing this system inside and out is not just about passing—it’s about keeping yourself and others safe.Come to the best truck driving school—Driving Academy, the school that makes it easy to learn the air brakes pre-trip inspection and prepares you to pass with confidence.Want to get your CDL license?! Driving Academy will help: Visit https://www.cdldrivingacademy.com/?utm_source=youtube.com&utm_id=1209741420072477Sign up for our guaranteed training course and get unlimited test attempts at no extra cost!

May 1, 20258 min

WHY YOU FRANCHISING WITH DRIVING ACADEMY IS BENEFICIAL & HOW TO HIRE EMPLOYES THAT FIT THE WORK CULTURE

Open up a Driving Academy Franchise: https://www.cdldrivingacademy.com/franchise/In this episode of the Driving Academy Podcast, host Abina sits down with Levi and Dannada, the newest franchise owners of Driving Academy in Rigby, Idaho. By opening a truck driving school in Idaho, they're bringing a load of opportunity to their community and creating the circumstance to grow their own trucking business. They share their journey from trucking to business ownership, discussing their franchise training experience and why they chose Driving Academy to open a CDL school franchise in Rigby Idaho instead of starting from scratch.This conversation explores:✅ The advantages of franchising over independent CDL schools✅ The instant profit potential of a franchise✅ How Driving Academy's proven system sets owners up for success!For truck business owners considering opening a CDL school, this episode provides valuable insights into the financial and operational benefits of franchising.Want to get your CDL license in Idaho?! Driving Academy will help: Visit https://www.cdldrivingacademy.com/school/rigby-idaho/Sign up for our guaranteed training course and get unlimited test attempts at no extra cost

April 28, 20259 min

FREIGHT IN DIFFERENT REGIONS, MAKE MORE MONEY AS AN OWNER OPERATOR, OR TRUCK DRIVER!

What is freight? Freight refers to goods, cargo, or commodities that are transported by truck, train, ship, or plane. In trucking, it means the loads (products, materials, supplies) that a driver hauls from one location to another. How does the number of freight benefit truck drivers and owner operators? It's simple, the more freight you haul the more money you make. The cool thing about getting into the trucking industry is there's always freight coming in and out of the country. Some states wind up with more goods imported than others, more fright, and demand more opportunities which means more jobs! Want to get your CDL license?! Driving Academy will help: Visit https://www.cdldrivingacademy.com/?utm_source=youtube.com&utm_id=1210038450379566 Sign up for our guaranteed training course and get unlimited test attempts at no extra cost!

April 25, 20259 min

WHAT ARE THE 7 TRUCK DOT INNSPECTIONS? DOT 101 | KEEP OUT OF TROUBLE!!!

WHO ARE THE DOT, WHAT ARE THE DOT INSPECTIONS? AND WHAT DO THEY DO? DOT stands for: Department of Transportation, if you have a CDL license, you've definitely heard of them before, if you haven't, in this video, we're going to break down who they are, their involvement with truck drivers, and how to avoid the DOT by following their safety rules when it come to operating a large vehicle! Topics Covered In This Video: 👮‍♀️The North American Standard Inspection (THE MOST DETAILED) 👮‍♀️The Walk Around Vehicle Inspection 👮‍♀️The Driver credential administrative inspection 👮‍♀️Special Inspections👮‍♀️Jurisdictional Mandated Commercial Vehicle Inspection 👮‍♀️Electronic Inspection Want to get your CDL license?! Driving Academy will help: Visit https://www.cdldrivingacademy.com/Sign up for our guaranteed training course and get unlimited test attempts at no extra cost!

April 18, 202512 min

STOP SAYING THERES A TRUCK DRIVER SHORTAGE!!... BUT MAYBE THERE IS.😏 FIND OUT IN THIS VIDEO

Is There Really a Truck Driver Shortage???In this video, we're diving deep to figure out whether the truck driver shortage is real — or just a myth! There's been a lot of talk and controversy around this topic, and we're here to break it all down.Topics discussed in this video:1️⃣ Is there really a truck driver shortage, and why is there so much controversy around it?2️⃣ Have driver pay rates actually gone down?3️⃣ Are illegal immigrants taking over new trucking jobs?4️⃣ What percentage of drivers are retiring — and how does that affect the industry?If you're a truck driver, thinking about getting your CDL, or just curious about the state of the industry, your gonna wanna stick around until the end of this video!Want to get your CDL license?! Driving Academy will help: Visit https://www.cdldrivingacademy.com/?utm_source=youtube.com&utm_id=1209847584667642Sign up for our guaranteed training course and get unlimited test attempts at no extra cost!

April 3, 20259 min

HOW TO GET A CDL IN NEW JERSEY!

How to Get a CDL License in New Jersey (Step-by-Step Guide!) 🚛🛣️From Jersey City to Atlantic City, Newark to Edison, if you're looking to start a trucking career in New Jersey, we've got you covered!Want to get a CDL in NJ? We can help! Visit https://www.cdldrivingacademy.com. We have NJ truck driving schools in Linden, Wayne, Trenton, and Jackson.In this video, we break down the entire process of getting your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in NJ, step by step. Whether you’re a beginner or looking for a refresher, this guide will help you understand the requirements, costs, and best tips to pass your CDL exam in the Garden State.📌 Topics Covered:✅ CDL License Requirements in New Jersey✅ CDL Permit Process & Written Test✅ CDL Training & The BEST School in NJ✅ CDL Road Test Exam✅ Tips for Passing Your CDL TestGetting your CDL opens the door to a high-paying trucking career, and we're here to make the process easy to understand!

March 20, 202535 min

Opening A CDL School Franchise In Idaho | IS THIS A SMART MOVE FOR TRUCKING BUSINESSES?

In this episode of the Driving Academy Podcast, host Abina sits down with Levi and Dannada, the newest franchise owners of Driving Academy in Rigby, Idaho. By opening a truck driving school in Idaho, they're bringing a load of opportunity to their community and creating the circumstance to grow their own trucking business. They share their journey from trucking to business ownership, discussing their franchise training experience and why they chose Driving Academy to open a CDL school franchise in Rigby Idaho instead of starting from scratch.This conversation explores:✅ The advantages of franchising over independent CDL schools✅ The instant profit potential of a franchise✅ How Driving Academy's proven system sets owners up for success!For truck business owners considering opening a CDL school, this episode provides valuable insights into the financial and operational benefits of franchising.Want to get your CDL license in Idaho?! Driving Academy will help: Visit https://www.cdldrivingacademy.com/school/rigby-idaho/Sign up for our guaranteed training course and get unlimited test attempts at no extra cost

March 14, 202511 min

TESLA SEMI VS FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA | Which truck is better? During Truck March Madness You Decide!

Vote here for which truck you think is best: http://youtube.com/post/UgkxSxC5be0ulvsaGYRTGhMliJimo7cDdJKP?si=xEgfFRFb-K3wzbhhDriving Academy's FIRST-EVER MARCH TRUCK MADNESS! 🚛⚡ The battle is ON, and YOU have the final say! Will the classic Freightliner Cascadia dominate, or will the high-tech Tesla Semi take the crown? We're putting these two long haulers side by side so you can decide which is the better eighteen-wheeler. We'll compare Price, Durability, Performance, Safety, Versatility, Technology, Design, and Comfort in this head to head matchup between the Freightliner Cascadia and the Tesla Semi — then you cast your vote! Who will come out on top? Watch the Freightliner Cascadia Vs Tesla Semi comparison and decide!VOTE NOW👉 https://www.cdldrivingacademy.com/blog/march-truck-madness-the-ultimate-big-rig-showdown/

March 7, 202510 min

PLAN ON GOING TO NURSING SCHOOL? YOU SHOULD WATCH THIS VIDEO FIRST!

Need help getting your CDL license?! Driving Academy's got ya this year! Visit our website: https://www.cdldrivingacademy.com/Sign up for our guaranteed training course and get unlimited test attempts at no extra cost!