Am I Too Old To Get Into Trucking?

I can feel that "Old Timers Club" becoming a reality on TT...

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You're absolutely not too old. Age discrimination does not exist in trucking like it did in the outside world. In fact, companies prefer the older drivers because they're generally more mature and responsible.

As long as you can pass a DOT Physical then you're good to go. As a matter of fact, you're just a young lad compared to some folk here. Old School is nearing triple digits and he's still going strong doing flatbed work. So definitely don't get the impression that you missed out. The average age in this industry is in the mid 40's.

Triple Digits, Daniel? Way to go, Old School! I bet you have some stories to tell.

Jesse, I am 60 and a step or two behind you in the process. I sure hope you aren't too old! I too have contemplated trucking all my life but never had the courage to do it. Finally, I am in a place called unemployment that demands I take it up finally. Let's stay in touch and compare notes!

I was looking at Schneider National in west Memphis and the even have a special program for older drivers. I'll be 65 next week and I'm going back to driving! Should have stayed when I was there!

Go make smoke and tire noise!!

I just turned 55 on Saturday, and will finish my training with Werner hopefully this week and get started with my new career. Age is not an issue, you just need patience through the training period, it's the toughest part!