160 Driving Academy
Guest Reviews
Mixed reviews; praised for instructor support and program outcomes; concerns about overcrowding and past DMV safety violation shutdown
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About 160 Driving Academy
160 Driving Academy in Charlotte, North Carolina operates at 4830 Hovis Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208, delivering the same proven four-week CDL-A training program used across the national network. The school offers 160 total training hours with 40 hours of classroom instruction and 120 hours of behind-the-wheel practice, preparing students for Class A commercial driver licensing on local and interstate roads. The Charlotte campus offers CDL Class A, Hazmat certification, ELDT courses, and CDL refresher training. Financial assistance is widely available including WIOA grants that can cover 100% of tuition, employer-sponsored programs through major carrier partners, and income-share financing. The school maintains a 1:4 instructor-to-student ratio for personalized coaching. Reviews are mixed at the Charlotte location. Students frequently praise instructor support and program outcomes, but a notable number of reviews cite concerns about overcrowding (reportedly up to 20-35 students per session with only 2 instructors) and a past regulatory incident where the DMV shut down operations temporarily due to safety equipment and staffing violations. That said, the school has continued operating and many graduates report positive experiences. Hours are Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm. As part of the 160 Driving Academy network, the Charlotte campus is FMCSA-registered and ELDT-compliant, and graduates are prepared for trucking careers averaging $55,990 annually.
Service Menu
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Class A Cdl | Call for pricing |
| Class B Cdl | Call for pricing |