News

The truck driving industry is a constantly changing environment.  The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is updating rules on a regular basis.  The shipping trends in the industry also change regularly. This news blogs is designed to keep students up to date and informed about changes in the industry and current events with Interstate Truck Driving School.

 

 

Bill Collins provides an industry update

Thursday, February 2, 2023 - 9:02pm

The latest data from the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse reveals that drug use among commercial drivers may be at its highest level since the FMCSA Clearinghouse was implemented in January of 2000.  Not surprising, Marijuana was the number one substance found in driver's systems.  

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Bill Collins, the owner of Interstate Truck Driving School provides an update on the Trucking Industry, January 2023.

Thursday, January 12, 2023 - 10:45am

The Trucking Industry continues to be strong and demand for new drivers provides great opportunities for people coming into the industry. 

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023 - 5:17pm

This is a Great Time to get into the Trucking Industry!

Bill Collins in Alaska

Monday, August 15, 2022 - 7:51am

Interstate Truck Driving School owner Bill Collins travels to the great wilderness of Alaska. He details some of the truck driving rules and regulations that differ from the lower 48 States.

Friday, August 12, 2022 - 1:38pm

FleetOwner       Aug. 11, 2022   Josh Fisher

 

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022 - 8:00am
Interstate Truck Driving School is a proud member of Women In Trucking and we want to share a scholarship opportunity you may want to take advantage of.  AllTrucking.com is awarding a $1,000 scholarship to a student... Read More
Thursday, September 23, 2021 - 10:11am

It is with great sadness that we have learned that one of our favorite students, Damon Thibodeaux has passed away from complications of COVID 19 on August 31st.  

 

Damon was a student with us back in 2014.  He was an amazing person and a kind and accepting attitude despite being w... Read More

Thursday, August 5, 2021 - 6:49pm

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations are requiring extensive driver training for everyone seeking a Class A or Class B CDL effective February 7th, 2022.  Here is the index of the Curriculum that will be required by the new rules:

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