Questions about Central Refrigerated and the training program (Fontana, CA Facility)

Hello!

I am currently a wannabe about to become a student (I start at the Fontana,CA facility on the 30th)

I wanted to hear from some truckers that have been to this facility as well as some that work for central.

Does anyone know the graduation % rate of the students?
How are the instructors?
I have never actually driven a manual transmission (except for motorcycles, but I don't think they count) So I was wondering just how steep the learning curve was. I am not so worried about the written tests as I am fairly good at memorization and studying. I am more or less just worried about the practical applications. Do they give you ample time to practice and master the techniques before you get tested?

Is there a chance for a retry or is it one screw up and you're out?

Are the trucks that we train on manual or auto-shift? Are the trucks actually used in hauling manual or auto-shift?

I don't have any family, or kids. I really want to go the OTR route and I don't mind being out for weeks at a time. (the idea of driving through the middle of nowhere on a regular basis appeals to me) I've done

Is it hard to grab the long distance (Cross Country?) OTR routes?

I heard that if you form a team both people end up get paying a lot more. Is it hard to form up teams? I would imagine if it was easy a lot more people would be taking advantage of it.

I also have some open ended questions I hope you could answer.

What is the one thing that you like the most about trucking?

This next question is kinda hard to word... "What is the most Beautiful/Inspiring/Memorable Memory you have while being on the road?

I think thats all the questions I have for now. If I think of anymore I'll post it via replies.

Thanks for the comments!