July 16, 2014
According to the Canadian Trucking Alliance, there is a looming shortage of truck drivers right across Canada, and especially throughout Ontario. With a growing shortage of drivers, demand has grown dramatically, and many corporations are being pressed to pay more to move their goods. It promises for a positive outlook for new truck drivers considering entry into the market. The trucking industry needs new drivers, and especially young drivers, because many older drivers are retiring, and doing so quickly. Interestingly, there is also a need for “quality” drivers - those truckers who possess above-average qualifications and who can satisfy the increasingly high demands of today’s employers.
July 16, 2014
At S&A Sprint Driving School, training is approved under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, with all instructors certified by the Ontario Safety League. Our driving lessons in Toronto are geared towards new drivers, drivers who require re-certification, or those who just want to upgrade their skills. It’s a facility that combines skilled trainers with quality instruction, and produces drivers who are confident, aware, and ready to test.
July 2, 2014
When looking for a bus driving school in North York, it’s critical to do the proper research, to make the necessary comparisons, and to eventually choose […]
June 30, 2014
If you’re shopping for an AZ Driving School in Vaughan, then S&A Sprint Driving School is a good place to start your research. We’re an industry leader in teaching and training, and in providing students with the best lessons for the best results. Students completing their AZ training are eligible to drive “any tractor-trailer or combination of motor vehicle and towed vehicles where the towed vehicles exceed a total gross weight of 4,600 kilograms”. We believe our instructors are the best in the business, with years of experience and expertise in their respective fields. And for the student, we’re even able to provide one-on-one tutoring, something that has become a vital part of our teaching approach.
May 27, 2014
If you’re doing a search for a truck driving school in Newmarket, or in any of the suburban communities north of the GTA, the Sprint Driving School may well be a good choice for you. We understand that everyone has a unique and different reason for shopping around for a truck driving school. You may have arrived from another Canadian province, or maybe even another country, and require re-certification to operate in Ontario. You might be looking to develop a new career path. You may be getting back into the business after taking a career break. Or you may simply be in the market to upgrade your skill level.
May 23, 2014
There are many different reasons to be looking for a truck driving school. You might be looking for a new career path. You may be from […]
April 23, 2013
Driving a truck is something that obviously requires more responsibility and care from those who practice it. Because of this, it has its own special category in driving licenses, making sure that anyone who wants to sit behind the wheel of a large truck knows what they’re doing. That’s all fine and good, but the situation can be a bit scary for those who want to get a license for themselves. After all, if the process is more difficult than getting a license for a regular car, should I even bother?
The truth is that there’s nothing to be scared of. Sure, there’s a bit more learning to do if you want to drive a truck efficiently, and of course the tests surrounding the license for a truck tend to be more in-depth and complicated compared to those for a regular car. But in the end, you’re being allowed to drive a large machine that weighs several tons, so it’s understandable that your skills have to be tested thoroughly before you’re allowed to drive it.
Getting proper training is everything when it comes to being a confident truck driver. There are many driving schools out there which can give you some kind of training, but you should aim for the really good ones if you want to get training that will actually stick. It’s important that you still remember what you’ve learned once you actually obtain your license, which is not what’s going to happen if you go with a driving school where you’re rushed through the process as quickly as possible so they can take your money and get rid of you.
It might be a good idea to familiarize yourself with your instructor before you even officially begin the course. If you don’t get along with them this can cause various problems once you’ve started, so it’s best to know if this will be an issue in advance. Don’t worry though, as long as you’ve chosen a good driving school in the first place, they’ll likely even suggest to you that you pick your instructor yourself if they have more than one available at the moment.
While you’re out on the road getting trained, make sure you don’t leave any questions hanging and let the instructor know that you don’t understand something. This can make the difference between being an okay driver and an excellent one, and if you show genuine interest in what you’re learning, the instructor might also be more inclined to share some more interesting tricks with you that can make your driving even easier.
All of this can be somewhat expensive if you’re not prepared for it adequately though. Try to figure out how much it’s going to cost you to get through your training from start to finish, including obtaining the license, as sometimes the various hidden costs attached to the process might make for an unpleasant surprise. Again, working with a good company pays off, as they’ll be transparent about how much they’re charging you.
Getting a truck driving license is not difficult. You can join a driving school which offers truck driving lessons and get your license. Take a look at this website to get more information.
February 14, 2013
One of the most important parts of truck driving training is knowing about air brakes. Nearly all commercial trucks and vehicles come equipped with air brakes […]