Driver Resource Center

What Driver Resource Center does

Driver Resource Center (DRC), founded in 1993 and headquartered in Hazelwood, Missouri, is a privately-held network of commercial driver training schools operating 13 FMCSA-registered training locations across 9 U.S. states under four wholly-owned sub-brands: MTC Truck Driver Training (Ohio, Missouri), ACE Driving Academy (South Carolina, Texas), CDL Training Services (Kentucky), and Kansas Truck Driving School. Its core product is an ELDT-compliant Class A CDL training program totaling 160 hours of instruction — 50 hours of classroom theory plus 110 hours of range and road skills — typically completed in 3-4 weeks of full-time study, with published tuition of $6,000-$8,000 per student. Adjacent products include a $99 online FMCSA-approved Hazmat Endorsement course, free online CDL practice tests by state, and a $1,000 quarterly Future of Trucking Scholarship.

The company monetizes through four primary revenue streams: (1) individual student tuition for the in-person Class A program, (2) free-to-student job placement services whose economics are backstopped by partner carriers (U.S. Xpress, Schneider, TMC Transportation, Covenant) that pay for successful placements, (3) a B2B fleet training division providing 160-hour ELDT programs to employer customers such as Lampton Welding and Masterbrand Ferdinand Operations, and (4) ancillary online hazmat endorsement and practice test offerings. GTM is hybrid: direct-to-consumer via website lead capture (driverresourcecenter.com), phone-based enrollment (800-391-2754), and campus visits using Calendly scheduling, supplemented by carrier-sponsored and employer-sponsored training channels. DRC accepts multiple financing sources — three partner lenders, WIOA workforce grants, VA GI Bill benefits (Post 9/11, Montgomery, VR&E), employer tuition reimbursement, and an internal quarterly scholarship — which materially reduces out-of-pocket cost for many students and broadens the addressable demographic to career changers, veterans, and unemployed or underemployed individuals.

DRC differentiates from "CDL mills" by emphasizing curriculum depth (160 hours vs. minimum-viable test prep), 30+ years of operating history, 50,000+ cumulative graduates, and a 95% pre-graduation job offer rate tied to its carrier placement network. It maintains a CVTA membership and in April 2026 added a branded safety curriculum partnership with the Lutzie 43 Foundation. The company is privately held with no disclosed outside investment, operates with 11-50 employees, and has expanded primarily through acquisition of regional school brands rather than greenfield builds. No revenue figures are publicly disclosed.

Name

Driver Resource Center

Legal name

Driver Resource Center

Website

https://driverresourcecenter.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Driver Resource Center is a privately-held network of 13 FMCSA-registered CDL training schools across 9 U.S. states, delivering ELDT-compliant Class A CDL programs to career changers, veterans, and unemployed individuals with carrier-backed job placement and employer-sponsored fleet training.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Truck Driver Training

NAICS

Automobile Driving Schools (611692)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial Driving & Heavy Transport (CDL) (EDAOANAK)

Keywords

• CDL truck driver training
• Commercial driver education
• ELDT hazmat endorsement
• Fleet driver training
• Trucking job placement

Headquarters

HQ city

Hazelwood

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. CDL Training Tuition: Students pay tuition for Class A CDL training programs. Costs range from $6,000 to $8,000, though many students qualify for grants, scholarships, or employer tuition reimbursement that reduces or eliminates upfront costs.
2. Job Placement Services: Free job placement assistance for graduates. Carrier partners compensate DRC for successful placements - no fee charged to students. DRC makes warm introductions to matched carriers for graduates.
3. Hazmat Endorsement Training: Online ELDT Hazmat Theory Training course sold for $99. Students complete course online and results are reported to FMCSA Training Provider Registry.
4. Fleet Training Services: B2B training services for companies needing CDL driver training. Companies like Lampton Welding and Masterbrand Ferdinand Operations use DRC network schools to train employees and fill driver positions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Driver Resource Center (DRC) is a private vocational training network that delivers Class A CDL truck driver training and related endorsements across 13 campuses in 9 U.S. states. It sells tuition-based training programs to aspiring truck drivers, an online ELDT Hazmat endorsement course, and customized fleet training programs to trucking carriers and employers. The company also provides job placement assistance and partners with carriers to offer sponsored training paths.

Product overview

Driver Resource Center operates as a network of CDL training schools offering a unified training platform with multiple branded school locations. The core product is the Class A CDL Training Program (ELDT-compliant), which is supplemented by specialized endorsement training (Hazmat, Tanker), fleet training services for businesses, job placement assistance, scholarship programs, and veteran-specific training options. The network includes MTC Truck Driver Training, ACE Driving Academy, CDL Training Services, and Kansas Truck Driving School brands operating across 13 locations nationwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MTC Truck Driver Training: Part of the DRC network, providing Class A CDL training at locations in Ohio and Missouri.
• ACE Driving Academy
• CDL Training Services
• Kansas Truck Driving School (KTDS)

Products and services

• Class A CDL Training Program Tuition-based, multi-week residential-style training program that prepares individuals to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License, combining classroom, range, and over-the-road instruction. Targets career changers, new entrants, military veterans, and individuals sponsored by carriers; tuition is in the $6,000–$8,000 range.
• Online ELDT Hazmat Endorsement Training Self-paced online course that satisfies the ELDT theory requirements for the Hazmat (H) endorsement, priced at $99 and delivered via an online platform. Targets licensed CDL holders who need the Hazmat endorsement to haul hazardous materials.
• Fleet Truck Driver Training Customized, contracted training programs delivered to carriers, logistics companies, and employer fleets, either at DRC campuses or on-site, designed to upskill or certify new drivers to employer-specific standards. Targets HR, safety, and operations leaders at motor carriers and private fleets.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3-4 week training duration to obtain CDL
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Lutzie 43 FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 April 2026DRC partnered with the Lutzie 43 Foundation to integrate the '43 Key Seconds' safe driving checklist into CDL training programs across its network of schools. The initiative distributes co-branded safety checklists and lanyards to thousands of students annually. The four-step checklist includes Clear Head, Clear Hands, Clear Eyes, and Click seatbelt. The foundation was established in memory of former Auburn University football player Philip Lutzenkirchen who died in a 2014 car accident.
• U.S. XpresscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor national trucking carrier that recruits CDL graduates from DRC network schools. Referenced in testimonials as an employer choice for DRC graduates.
• SchneidercoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNational trucking company partner actively recruiting DRC graduates. Featured as company partner logo on careers page.
• TMC TransportationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner carrier recruiting CDL graduates from DRC network schools. Featured prominently as company partner.
• CovenantcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNational trucking carrier partner posting CDL driver jobs with training through DRC locations in 10 cities.
• Lampton WeldingminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConstruction company using DRC fleet training services to fill CDL driver positions. Uses the Lampton Driver Program which covers costs for Class A CDL and Hazmat endorsement.
• Masterbrand Ferdinand OperationsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerManufacturing company using DRC for internal CDL training programs and career development for employees. DRC provides Class A CDL training and combination vehicle refresher courses.
• Post 9/11 GI Bill / VA Education BenefitscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerVeterans Affairs education programs accepted at DRC network schools, including Post 9/11 GI Bill, Montgomery GI Bill, VR&E, and Military Apprenticeship Program which can provide up to $1,400/month additional benefits.
• Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDRC is a member of CVTA, supporting higher standards in CDL education, driver safety, and industry best practices. CVTA membership demonstrates commitment to quality training and continuous improvement.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Schneider National: National carrier that both partners with DRC and runs internal driver training/sponsorship programs; competes for the same students via tuition-paid CDL pathways while also serving as a DRC carrier partner.

Direct peers

• Truck Driver Institute (TDI): Multi-state CDL training provider with similar program structure (classroom + range/road), carrier partnerships, and placement assistance; directly comparable on tuition, length, and target student.
• CR England CDL Training: Carrier-affiliated CDL training program (Prime/CR England-style paid CDL model) that sponsors tuition in exchange for employment; competes for the same career-changer and veteran segments as DRC.
• All-State Career: Multi-campus CDL and commercial vehicle training school offering Class A CDL programs, financing options, and job placement services; directly comparable operating model and student profile.
• 160 Driving Academy: Multi-state CDL training network offering Class A CDL programs with job placement assistance and carrier partnerships; competes head-to-head with DRC on tuition-funded enrollment and ELDT-compliant curricula.
• Roadmaster Drivers School: National CDL training school operating multiple campuses with tuition financing, carrier placement, and approved ELDT curricula; directly comparable in scale, pricing, and student demographic to DRC's network.
• Prime Inc. CDL Training: Carrier-sponsored CDL training program that pays for student tuition in return for a driving commitment; a direct alternative to DRC's placement-based model for cost-sensitive students.
• Swift Transportation Academy: Carrier-owned driver training academy combining tuition-paid CDL training with guaranteed employment; competes with DRC for the same career-changer demographic and carrier relationships.
• CDL Technical School: Multi-location CDL training school operating in the same regional footprint as DRC with comparable ELDT-compliant curriculum and carrier placement offerings.

Others

• Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA): Industry association of CDL training providers; not a direct competitor but a relevant ecosystem participant given DRC's CVTA membership and its influence on training standards.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/DriverResourceCenter
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/driver-resource-center
• Instagraminstagram.com/driverresourcecenter

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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