Book on what to expect in driving school now available through WIT organization

Kevin Burch, Truckload Carriers Association Chairman and President of Jet Express recently earned his CDL and commented on the book, “'Crushing Cones' is not only an inspiration for those men and women that would like to get into trucking, but a fascinating recap of her story of becoming a professional truck driver that would be enjoyed by seasoned professionals.”

The Trucker News Services

5/28/2009

PLOVER, Wis. — Ellen Voie, president and founder of Women In Trucking (WIT), spent her entire career in transportation but until recently, had never driven a tractor-trailer. As leader of an organization that encourages and supports women in the trucking industry, she was challenged to obtain her commercial driver’s license (CDL) in an effort to better understand the training process.

Voie attended the Cuyahoga Community College in Cleveland, Ohio, and earned her Class A CDL. “Many potential drivers call us to understand what to expect before entering this industry,” said Voie, “so I wrote Crushing Cones to help them prepare for their training experience.” The 83 page book is more than a journal. It includes information on choosing a school, selecting the best carrier, and what a potential driver will learn while attending driver-training classes. It also includes diagrams and information that a student must know to pass the written and skills testing and outlines the steps in conducting a pre-trip inspection. There are also 21 color photos throughout the book.

Crushing Cones is now available ($14.95) through Women In Trucking. Orders received before May 31 will be autographed and shipped postage-paid. Click here or call (888) 464-9482 to order a copy. Quantity discounts are also available.

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