Education Station

Education Station


Education Station: Inside CDL Training, ELDT Rules & What Makes a Great Truck Driver with Mike Moscinski

January 12, 2026

On this episode of Education Station, host Jimmy Mac sits down with Mike Moscinski, Vice President of Trainco Truck Driving Schools, for an in-depth conversation about CDL training, driver standards, and the future of professional truck driving.duca


Mike brings more than 30 years of experience in driver training and CDL examination, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at how quality training programs differ from fly-by-night operations. The discussion dives into Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements, federal and state compliance, and why regulators are increasingly cracking down on substandard training providers.


Jimmy and Mike explore what examiners look for during CDL tests, the importance of process, repetition, and foundational skills, and how proper training directly impacts safety, employability, and long-term career success. They also discuss how professional driving schools help students from all walks of life—from young drivers to career changers—build not just driving skills, but a clear career path that fits their lifestyle and home life.


The conversation also covers hands-on training versus shortcuts, simulator use, real-world experience, industry hiring expectations, and what trucking companies truly want from new drivers in today’s highly regulated environment.


Learn more about Trainco Truck Driving Schools at

https://traincoinc.com