1. Ferrari Driving School based out of Astoria, NY. I took a two hour tractor-trailer lesson in a Mack with a 48 foot trailer. The instructor told me I was the first person in 14 years to notice that the fuel gauge was not connected (broken). Riiiiiight. First guy in 14 years to spot that and say something--I doubt it. Furthermore, the instructor was ice cold. Refused to make eye contact or shake my hand when we met. The nicest feedback I got from him was "You're not the best or the worst I've had..." That tells me a lot. This is a "wheel-holder" school. God help you if you take your hand of the wheel to do anything for more than a split-second. My grade was "...better than average observation..."
2. Let's Go Driving School out of Spanish Harlem, NY. The instructor was very knowlegible however the truck was crap. During the en-route inspection we found multiple oil leaks in pools on the pavement in the South Bronx. Moreover, the 1993 Mack 9-speed was jury-rigged by a "mechanic" so that 3rd and 4th gears are REVERSED. That's bad conditioning for a new driver. I had a splitting headache for the rest of the day. Even the instructor complained to the company mechanics that he is sick daily.
Avoid these crooks. Save your money.
Two CDL Schools To Avoid : Save Your Money!
Discussion in 'Trucking Schools and CDL Training Forum' started by LeadFootHauler, Oct 19, 2012.
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Indeed. The school I recommended has been in operation since 1971. Definitely check the accreditation of a school before spending money on it.
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Last time I called NTTS in Liverpool, NY wanted over $8,500.00 for tuition alone--the most expensive CDL school I know of.
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Depends on which course you picked. Advanced is around $9000. Regular course is under $8000. I've talked to people who've graduated one of those 2 classes who got good jobs. Depends on your situation, though. You do get a lot for your money, however. I've seen what they do in field and its quite amazing. The good thing with those two classes is financial aid. My heavy truck course had to be paid through myself, which was a total of $3000 for everything, including DOT physical/drug test and everything you'll need to get for the course.
I dont know your living and financial situation, so I couldn't really tell if its good or not. However, it does seem like alot. Best of luck on finding a school.
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