My experience with the KTDS was a 5 star rating. I was fortunate enough to have all 3 instructors that have real life experiences that I’ll be able to use in the real world. With the help of Darrell, Chuck, and Tom I have my CDL, 1 and done. The instructors are very professional and truly care for each stundent to grasp the concept of driving semi trucks. Some students though regardless of age/sex simply will not get it, that’s the reality of life. It’s unfortunate however it’s the truth, and these instructors will NOT give up on them which speaks volumes of their character.. Naomi, well, complete package of awesomeness, she helps out any way she can and is truly a professional at her position.
Equipment wise you can learn automatic, or manual.
Instructors go out of their way to get the equipment for the students.
Cons- For a school/company being established since 2005 I’d expected reliable trucks/trailers. During my schooling we had a reliable truck and we had to switch out trucks, simple enough one would think however, the truck the school received has spent more time in shop then at the school. It’s currently road worthy however wasn’t when the school received it.
The old adage of “redheaded step child” definitely is in place here. The local staff does everything they absolutely can do, they are moving locations soon so hopefully that does change for future students. But if there is equipment/truck issues etc like when I was there good luck.