Graduated Students
Starting off GREEN - Doesn't mean a THING!
Imagine showing up to class as the new guy. Filled with nervousness and anxiety, having zero to no knowledge of the curriculum that will be laid before you. GREEN is how I showed up to the Oceanside 160 truck driving school. My 1st day I was thrown so much information. The lead instructor Richard handed me 2 sheets of paper and told me to memorize everything that was on it both sides of each sheet to prepare for a test the following day (pre-trip). I shook my head and said to myself this is impossible, who can retain this much information. So I decided to talk to one of Richard’s instructors named Daniel. Daniel told me calm down and trust the process. He assured me that 160 would give me all the tools needed to pass DMV. However I would be responsible for reviewing and simulating all that I learned when not in class. He said that the 120 hrs of I had remaining would FLY BY and it’s my responsibility to study, study, study and study. Daniel would then take me on the road to an area they called the kiddie pool. There I would have my first shot behind the wheel of a 18 wheeler truck. I went from stalling the vehicle and grinding gears, to double clutching and downshifting. Once I complete the kiddie pool, I moved on to driving through the city and on the freeway. However, my instructor changed. It was a guy by the name of Winston. This guy took his time with me. it was with this instructor that I would learn to shift gears smoothly. I learned to maneuver through traffic. I would learn how to prepare my vehicle to make proper turns and control my speed. Every morning I would show up to class. He would always tell me Dontae what’s the word of the day and that word was consistency. I could hear him now “ Dontae why is my truck not running”, at every intersection “ left - right - left “ and while performing skills “ right to bend, left on bend “. But I can’t leave out the lead Richard. This man shows up every day ready to work, gray shorts, reflective shirt, and a trucker hat, sipping on a monster energy drink. This man was hard on me. 160’s policies and trainings was in-forced. He would tell me every time I’d mess up, “that not what I taught you, follow instructions and pass” - “spend more time on pre-trip, air-brakes and off the phone”. I knew then if I did what was taught, I would pass ( Consistency ). Short Staff these 3 men prepared me with what I needed to be 1 & DONE STUDENT! I know my review was long, but I think there’s so much that just needed to be said. Thank you Richard, Winston, Daniel, & Erica for using your skills to launch my new career. “ I’M A TRUCK DRIVER “
Proud 160 DA graduate
From the beginning to the end it was a wonderful experience. Ms. Lori Mosley was an excellent online instructor who went above & beyond for each of her students. She spent hours on and off the clock to ensure anyone who had any questions got the answers they needed. She has a passion for teaching and doesn’t treat it as any old job, She rocks! Everyday I spent on the yard at the Trenton 160 location I left knowing I learned something new, thanks to Boris, Glen, and Carlos! Due to their outstanding teaching skills and patience that they took with my classmates and myself I was able to achieve my goal! I am forever grateful for them! There isn’t a teacher or instructor at 160 DA that doesn’t want to see you graduate! As long as you’re serious, so are they! I am forever blessed to have went to such an awesome school and would recommend them any day of the week!
Great experience
Nkechi was very professional when I went to this school. She helped me out in any way she could. I like how she form a bond with the students and make you feel comfortable in any situation. After I was done with the school I can still call her if I need information about things. I give her 10 stars because she is great at what she does.
CDL A GRADUATE
My experience was perfect taught to drive manual never could have done it with out them
Class A Driver
Overall this was a great experience. The staff and instructors are great to work with. The in-class was informative and the yard was a great experience. I would highly recommend this course in Freeport to anyone who is wanting to get their CDL. One and Done Club 2023
Vibe out to Lori Mosley hot CD!!
Experience was Great ...Ms. Mosley is the best ... felt right at home...and her CD 3 Tracks of nothing but bars on bars .... 💥💥💥 ask bout it 💯 Thank You Lori
Best cdl school
The best cdl school out there you can tell they really care i recommend this school 100%
Anthony
Great Anthony was a great teacher
Great Instructors and an awesome school
Absolutely amazing instructors and school with one on one instructing to help abstain your CDL
Amazing people and school
It was really amazing and very helpful in my learning process.
