The following is written by and according to the U.S. Department of Labor and particular to the education and training required for a truck driver. A commercial driver's license (CDL) is required to drive large trucks and a regular driver's license is required to drive all other trucks. Training for the CDL is offered by many private and public vocational-technical schools. Many jobs driving smaller trucks require only brief on-the-job training. Education and training. Taking driver-training courses is a good way to prepare for truck driving jobs and to obtain a commercial drivers license (CDL). High school courses in driver training and automotive mechanics also may be helpful. Many private and public vocational-technical schools offer tractor-trailer driver training programs. Students learn to maneuver large vehicles on crowded streets and in highway traffic. They also learn to inspect trucks and freight for compliance with regulations. Some States require prospective drivers to complete a training course in basic truck driving before getting their CDL. Completion of a program does not guarantee a job. Some programs provide only a limited amount of actual driving experience. People interested in attending a driving school should check with local trucking companies to make sure the school's training is acceptable. The Professional Truck Driver Institute (PTDI), a nonprofit organization established by the trucking industry, manufacturers, and others, certifies driver-training courses at truck driver training schools that meet industry standards and Federal Highway Administration guidelines for training tractor-trailer drivers. Training given to new drivers by employers is usually informal and may consist of only a few hours of instruction from an experienced driver, sometimes on the new employee's own time. New drivers may also ride with and observe experienced drivers before getting their own assignments. Drivers receive additional training to drive special types of trucks or handle hazardous materials. Some companies give 1 to 2 days of classroom instruction covering general duties, the operation and loading of a truck, company policies, and the preparation of delivery forms and company records. Driver/sales workers also receive training on the various types of products their company carries so that they can effectively answer questions about the products and more easily market them to their customers. New drivers sometimes start on panel trucks or other small straight trucks. As they gain experience and show competent driving skills, new drivers may advance to larger, heavier trucks and finally to tractor-trailers. Licensure. State and Federal regulations govern the qualifications and standards for truck drivers. All drivers must comply with Federal regulations and any State regulations that are in excess of those Federal requirements. Truck drivers must have a driver's license issued by the State in which they live, and most employers require a clean driving record. Drivers of trucks designed to carry 26,000 pounds or more-including most tractor-trailers, as well as bigger straight trucks-must obtain a commercial driver's license. All truck drivers who operate trucks transporting hazardous materials must obtain a CDL, regardless of truck size. In order to receive the hazardous materials endorsement, a driver must be fingerprinted and submit to a criminal background check by the Transportation Security Administration. In many States, a regular driver's license is sufficient for driving light trucks and vans. To qualify for a CDL, an applicant must have a clean driving record, pass a written test on rules and regulations, and demonstrate that they can operate a commercial truck safely. A national database permanently records all driving violations committed by those with a CDL. A State will check these records and deny a CDL to those who already have a license suspended or revoked in another State. Licensed drivers must accompany trainees until they get their own CDL. A person may not hold more than one license at a time and must surrender any other licenses when a CDL is issued. Information on how to apply for a CDL may be obtained from State motor vehicle administrations. Many States allow those who are as young as 18 years old to drive trucks within their borders. To drive a commercial vehicle between States one must be at least 21 years of age, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations published by the U.S. Department of Transportation (U. S. DOT). Regulations also require drivers to pass a physical examination once every 2 years. Physical qualifications include good hearing, at least 20/40 vision with glasses or corrective lenses, and a 70-degree field of vision in each eye. Drivers may not be colorblind. Drivers must also be able to hear a forced whisper in one ear at not less than 5 feet, with a hearing aid if needed. Drivers must have normal use of arms and legs and normal blood pressure. People with epilepsy or diabetes controlled by insulin are not permitted to be interstate truck drivers. Federal regulations also require employers to test their drivers for alcohol and drug use as a condition of employment and require periodic random tests of the drivers while they are on duty. Drivers may not use any controlled substances, unless prescribed by a licensed physician. A driver must not have been convicted of a felony involving the use of a motor vehicle or a crime involving drugs, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, refusing to submit to an alcohol test required by a State or its implied consent laws or regulations, leaving the scene of a crime, or causing a fatality through negligent operation of a motor vehicle. All drivers must be able to read and speak English well enough to read road signs, prepare reports, and communicate with law enforcement officers and the public. Other qualifications. Many trucking companies have higher standards than those described here. Many firms require that drivers be at least 22 years old, be able to lift heavy objects, and have driven trucks for 3 to 5 years. Many prefer to hire high school graduates and require annual physical examinations. Companies have an economic incentive to hire less risky drivers, as good drivers use less fuel and cost less to insure. Drivers must get along well with people because they often deal directly with customers. Employers seek driver/sales workers who speak well and have self-confidence, initiative, tact, and a neat appearance. Employers also look for responsible, self-motivated individuals who are able to work well with little supervision. Advancement. Although most new truck drivers are assigned to regular driving jobs immediately, some start as extra drivers-substituting for regular drivers who are ill or on vacation. Extra drivers receive a regular assignment when an opening occurs. Truck drivers can advance to driving runs that provide higher earnings, preferred schedules, or better working conditions. Local truck drivers may advance to driving heavy or specialized trucks or transfer to long-distance truck driving. Working for companies that also employ long-distance drivers is the best way to advance to these positions. Few truck drivers become dispatchers or managers. Many long-distance truck drivers purchase trucks and go into business for themselves. Although some of these owner-operators are successful, others fail to cover expenses and go out of business. Owner-operators should have good business sense as well as truck driving experience. Courses in accounting, business, and business mathematics are helpful. Knowledge of truck mechanics can enable owner-operators to perform their own routine maintenance and minor repairs. For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated directly below this answer section.

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Jay Snyder is the owner/driver of the Illuminator Monster Truck, the only monster truck in the world completely outlined with LED rope-light. He is also the co-owner of Atmosphere, Inc., a thriving special event lighting company based in Silver Spring, MD. He has been in the special event lighting business for over 20 years, hence the theme of the truck.

I have to assume you're talking about Standard Byke's 125R vs. Standard Byke's 250 Series frames, correct?

First off, the intended purpose of these two bike frames are completely different. A 125R is a racing frame (thus the "R" in "125R") while the 250 Series are Freestyle frames.

As far as "size" goes, the 125R and 250 come in five different sizes: 20", 20.5", 20.75", 21", 21.25" (250 Series only) and 21.5" (125R Series only) top tube lengths. So to answer your question: A 125R and 250 are the same size if you compare the same two sizes, but the 125R comes 1/4" longer than the longest 250.

Tires are behind the courthouse (Red's place in the movie); the statue of Stanley is in front. The horn is lying in the street in front of the Casa della Tires. The last piece is on the dirt track that's to the west of the big radiator-cap rock out in the desert.

Yes

Turning into the skid allows you a chance to regain control, where turning away will make you loose even more control of the vehicle.

in order to become a monster truck driver, you have to have prior experience in mechanics, and must be 18, with a clean driving record. From a professional Monster Truck Driver on the thunder nationals circuit

Usually, a monster truck is involved in crushing smaller vehicles beneath its huge tires. They also compete in the very popular freestyle event as well as side by side racing and sometimes mud bogging.

usually over 3000cc not including the nitrous they use most of the time.

I don't want to offend you, but without spending any money the speed will (on a stright line black-top road be all you get), on a course with turns, (flat, bumpy,dirt, black-top) it all lands in your lap. it depend on how you enter, how late you brake, roll thru or square-off, how fast your back in the gas. Stright lines means speed, curves or turns scrubs off speed and slows you down, so the later you brake, and the faster your on the gas leaving the turn the longer you make the strights, also to square-off a corner you drive deep, pivot, and apply full throttle out of the corner which gives you a longer stright and a longer time under full throttle. Good-Luck!

Dennis Anderson was born on October 24, 1960.

I would like to take my my two boy's to Monster Jam 2013 (their first time) at the Angel Stadium but would like to know if anyone that has been in the past could recommend really good seating?

I will admit the trx450r has a little more power but the ltr450 is way more ballanced than the Honda. They both have a lot of after market parts to help out with power and ballance so really i think it is a close call. But i think the Honda is better for the trail and the suzuki is better for the track.

I will admit that the ltr will kills the trx in all ways. the power difference is huge ltr is way better in that aspect

In the late 1970s, modified pickup trucks were becoming popular and the sports of mud bogging and truck pulling were gaining in popularity. Several truck owners had created lifted trucks to compete in such events, and soon competition to hold the title of "biggest truck" developed. The trucks which garnered the most national attention were Bob Chandler's Bigfoot, Everett Jasmer's USA-1, Fred Shafer and Jack Willman Sr.'s Bear Foot, and Jeff Dane's King Kong.

Some Monster Truck Tire facts: Tires: Manufactured by Goodyear and Firestone, monster truck tires must be 66 inches high and 43 inches wide. The average monster truck team will go through eight tires in one year. Tires are customized and hand cut to accommodate track conditions. Cutting one tire takes approximately 50 hours. Average cost: $2,600 each.

the 350 is a 6 speed and i dont belive they have changed the gering so 50 mph 55 redlined

The biggest monster truck is 15 feet tall.

Yes,it could beat it if they was both going as fast as they can.

The world's biggest truck is a mining truck. The height of the truck is more than 20 feet tall, it is a Terex MT 6300AC. It stands at 26 feet tall and is 51 feet 1 inch long. The engine is 3,750 horsepower.

400 -500 pounds