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Here are 5 classic movies featuring truckers and (often action-packed) life on the road, some so bad that they’re good. 1. Big Trouble in Little China (1986) This irreverent 1986 Comedy features Kurt Russell as a trucker who helps rescue his friend’s fiancé from the Chinatown underworld in San Francisco. Crazy action scenes, hilariously […]
Husband and wife trucking teams allow couples to share in the experience of OTR/Long Haul trucking: spending time together, traveling around the country, and making great money. There are a few things to consider before making the decision to form a husband and wife trucking team: 1. You can make excellent money. A husband and […]
In an attempt to decrease theft of Peterbilt trucks, Peterbilt Motors Co. is now offering a new system that requires drivers to enter a password to start the truck. At Progressive Truck School, we’re excited to see that new technology is helping to decrease theft in our industry. Truckers enter the password into a 5-inch […]
America Lives By Truck! September 14-20 is when America takes the time to honor all professional truck drivers for their hard work and commitment in tackling one of our economy’s most demanding and important jobs. These 3.2 million professional men and women not only deliver our goods safely, securely and on time, they also keep […]
Tony Justice likes to sum up his life in seven words: God, Family, America, Country Music, NASCAR, and Trucking. Tony, an East Tennessee man via California and Kentucky, lives the trucking life and incorporates his trucking lifestyle into his music. A singer-songwriter who is chasing his dream of having a No. 1 hit country music song, […]
Progressive Commercial Auto Insurance (not affiliated with Progressive Truck School) has announced a $5,000 grand prize for a “Real Life Trucking Hero.” If you’ve helped a fellow trucker or weary traveler, Progressive Commercial Auto Insurance wants to hear about it. They ask you to share a photo of your truck and tell them your story […]
Two of the largest trucking companies: Transport America and Con-Way have announced significant increases to driver pay in 2014. Now, earning a CDL through training like that offered at Progressive Truck School has become even more profitable for drivers. Con-way Truckload is also raising per-mile pay, effective Sept. 7, for both company drivers and independent […]
For the 10th year in a row, the American Transport Research Institute (ATRI) has released a survey asking stakeholders in the trucking industry to rank their top industry concerns. ATRI is the trucking industry’s not-for-profit research organization. “In complex times like this, it is critical that we do our part to help ensure a thriving […]
Encompassing the spirit of the lucrative and exciting career in trucking, there were a record 55 nominations for Top Rookie in Mike O’Connell’s Memorial Trucking Top Rookie award. Introduced in 2011, the contest was created to increase pride and professionalism between new drivers in the trucking industry and promote truck driving as a career. Over […]
So, how much money do truckers make? In other Progressive Truck School blog posts, we’ve covered the current truck driver shortage – there’s currently a demand for drivers with CDLs. Current projections indicate a projected growth of 1.1 million jobs in the trucking sector through the end of 2014. In the current state of trucking, […]
Best CDL School Near Me: What to Look for Before You EnrollJune 17, 2026 - 12:00 pmIf you’ve started researching a trucking career, you’ve probably searched for the “best CDL school near me” or another relevant query. First off, we welcome you to the pursuit of CDL training, and we’re glad to have you. But, with dozens of options available, we know that choosing the right training program can feel overwhelming. […]
Can You Get a CDL With a Bad Driving Record?May 26, 2026 - 12:00 pmMany people are interested in starting a trucking career but hesitate to apply because of past driving issues. One of the most common questions prospective students ask is: Can You Get a CDL With a Bad Driving Record? In many cases, yes. Having a bad driving record does not automatically disqualify you from obtaining a […]