Since 1992 commercial truck drivers have been required to have special licensing to drive these large semi-trailers. In Tennessee a commercial drivers license is needed for anyone operating a:
- vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of 26,001 pounds or more
- any combination vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of 26,001 pounds, or if the trailer weighs more than 10,001
- any vehicle designed to transport more than 15 passengers in addition to the driver
- any size vehicle which requires hazardous material place cards
Operators of such vehicles may have a Class A, B, or C license depending on the weight of the vehicle and the materials being transported. Testing can vary on the type of vehicle being driven and oftentimes a skills test is required in order for an individual to retain their commercial drivers license (CDL).
Each year in Tennessee thousands of truck accidents are reported some of which end up being fatal. If a driver fails to receive proper training it could lead to serious consequences.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident caused by an inexperienced driver, the victim may be entitled to compensation for property damage, medical bills, lost wages, and more.
For a free review of your truck accident claim, fill out the FREE CASE REVIEW form to your right.
Truck Driving Schools in Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security provides drivers with information on applying for a CDL as well as manuals and practice tests for those who wish to become truck drivers. Some may also choose to get training at a truck driving school.
Greg Coleman Law has compiled list of truck driving schools in Knoxville and the surrounding Tennessee areas.
Name of School | Address | Phone |
Truck Driver Institute |
6201 Epps Mill Rd. Murfreesboro, TN 37127 |
888-892-7364 |
CCS Truck Driving School |
134 Joe R Mccrary Rd Fall Branch, TN 37656 |
423-348-8339 |
Chattanooga Votech Truck Driver Training |
901 Pineville Rd. Chattanooga, TN 37405 |
423-875-8448 |
Heartland Truck Driving Institute LLC |
601 Davis Rd Dyersburg, TN 38024 |
731-287-7283 |
Heartland Truck Driving Institute LLC |
701 Co-Op Drive Halls, TN 38040 |
731-836-7027 |
International Truck Driving |
3445 E Governor John Sevier Hw Knoxville, TN 37914 |
865-544-9959 |
Roadmaster Drivers School |
3800 Cummings Highway Chattanooga, TN 37419 |
423-825-5570 |
RoadRunner Driving Academy LLC |
106 Industrial Park Rd. Sharon,TN 38255 |
731-456-2008 |
Smokey Mountain Trucking Institute |
3173 Newport Highway Sevierville, TN 37876 |
800-495-4056 |
Southwest Tennessee Community College |
5983 Macon Cove Memphis, TN 38134 |
901-333-5000 |
Superior Driver Source |
4314 Lebanon Road Lebanon, TN 3708 |
866-990-0095 |
Swift Professional Driving Academy |
7965 Veterans Parkway Ste. 107 Millington, TN 38053 |
800-238-6675 |
Tennessee Technology Center At Nashville |
100 White Bridge Road Nashville, TN 37209 |
615-425-5600 |
Tennessee Truck Driving School |
5227 North Middlebrook Pike Suite D Knoxville, TN 37921 |
865-330-0035 |
Transport Training Centers |
901 E. Baddour Parkway Lebanon, TN 37087 |
800-999-4317 |
Truck Driver Institute |
6201 Epps Mill Rd. Murfreesboro, TN 37127 |
888-892-7364 |
United Truck Driving School |
819 Park Avenue Murfreesboro, TN 37129 |
800-878-2546 |
US Truck Driver Training School, Inc. |
155 Petro Rd. Kingston Springs, TN 37081 |
313-297-6608 |
Vatterott College |
6991 Appling Farms Pkwy Memphis, TN 38133 |
888-553-6627 |
West Tennessee CDL Training, LLC. |
42 Ross Street Lexington, TN 38351 |
877-967-0007 |
Tennessee Tech Center-Crump |
3070 Hwy 64 West Crump, TN, 38327 |
731-632-3393 |
Tennessee Technology Center At Ripley |
127 Industrial Drive Ripley, TN, 38063 |
731- 635-3368 |
Tennessee Tech Center-Memphis |
550 Alabama Ave |
901-543-6100 |
Tennessee Tech Center-Morristown |
21 West Louise Avenue |
423-586-5771 |
Throughout Tennessee there are many truck driving schools available and those who seek to earn their CDL may wish to do further research with potential future employees.
Contact our Knoxville Truck Accident Lawyers Today
Being involved in a collision with a semi-trailer can be a scary experience for anyone, especially those who end up seriously injured due to a negligent driver. The attorneys at Greg Coleman Law are ready to provide comprehensive legal counsel on your accident and can help guide you through the entire litigation process.
With more than 37 years of combined legal experience, we have been representing accident injury victims throughout the Knoxville, Tennessee area for many years. We proudly represent the following areas:
- Powell
- Karns
- Maryville
- Oak Ridge
- Clinton
and many more local towns and cities. To find out how we may be able to help you with your truck accident claim, contact us at (865) 247-0080. Our steadfast intake staff members will quickly connect you with one of our experienced lawyers after a few preliminary questions.
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