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.

 

 

Friday, May 8, 2020 - 9:35am

There is no progress to report on the closing of the State of Minnesota DVS locations that provide the CDL Permit Testing.  

Three weeks ago we were told by the Minnesota Trucking Association that the Department of Public Safety would be making a CDL Permit Test available online but that... Read More

Monday, April 27, 2020 - 12:58pm

Eligible Minnesotans can now apply for a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) online while DVS exam stations are closed due to COVID-19.

This service allows our students that have passed their CDL road test in Wisconsin to apply for their Minnesota CDL. 

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Another successful student ready to hit the road.

Saturday, April 25, 2020 - 11:47am

We have not received any word from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety regarding access to online CDL permit tests.  The Minnesota Trucking Association had put out a press release indicating that would happen but to the best of our knowledge it has not been made available yet. ... Read More

Tuesday, April 21, 2020 - 7:42am

According to a press release yesterday, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, Driver and Vehicle Services Division will be providing online access to the CDL Permit process sometime this week.  Check back for further updates as we will update as soon as we learn more.

Friday, April 17, 2020 - 4:13pm

Governor Walz signed legislation on Wednesday that provides for an avenue for commercial vehicle drivers to obtain their CDL license after passing a CDL road test but not requiring them to appear in person.  Here is the text of the legislation:

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7UP is still hiring.  This sign is posted outside there distribution center on April 13th. 

Monday, April 13, 2020 - 4:32pm

Governor Tim Walz Extends Peacetime Emergency

April 13, 2020... Read More

Interstate Truck Driving School has 4 Driving Simulators

Monday, April 6, 2020 - 4:49pm

We are continuing to offer training while maintaining the proper health directives from the CDC.

Classes start every Monday at 8AM and the first three days of class are provided over the internet with Zoom.  We are in our third week of providing the training with this s... Read More

Wednesday, April 1, 2020 - 9:31am
As I am sure you are aware, Governor Walz ordered a shutdown of non-essential businesses last week. This shu... Read More