In today’s trucking industry, both automatic and manual transmission trucks are widely used. But when it comes to training the next generation of professional drivers, we believe there’s no better way to learn than with a 10-speed manual truck. Here’s why Truck Master School stands by this approach.
📌 What’s the difference between a manual and an automatic truck?
• Automatic Trucks: These shift gears on their own. The driver doesn’t need to operate a clutch or shift manually, making them easier to drive especially in city traffic.
• Manual Trucks: Require the driver to shift gears manually using a gear stick and clutch. At Truck Master School, we train our students on 10-speed manual trucks, which are commonly used in the industry for heavy loads.
💪 Why do we train with manual trucks?
1. More Job Opportunities
Many companies still require or prefer drivers with manual transmission experience, especially for routes involving mountains, long distances, or heavy cargo.
2. You Avoid CDL Restrictions
If you take your skills test in an automatic truck, your CDL may have a restriction (E restriction) that prevents you from driving manual transmission trucks. With us, you earn a full-access CDL.
3. More Control Behind the Wheel
Knowing how to shift manually gives you better control in challenging situations like steep hills, icy roads, or when hauling heavy loads.
4. Makes You a More Complete Driver
If you can drive a manual, you can easily switch to automatic. But if you only train on automatic, driving a manual later requires additional training.
🚛 Is driving a manual truck harder?
At first, yes. It takes coordination, patience, and practice. But that’s why you train with us. Our experienced instructors will guide you every step of the way until you feel 100% confident shifting all 10 gears.
🚨 At Truck Master School, We Train for the Real World
We don’t offer shortcuts. We offer real training for real jobs. By learning on a 10-speed manual truck, you’re not only mastering a skill you’re opening the door to more opportunities and higher confidence on the road.
Ready to start your CDL journey?
Train with us and take control of your future one gear at a time. Enroll today with Truck Master School!
