â21 years of loyalty gone in a flash - First Direct Reviewâ. Written on: 03/08/2016 by Colewb218 (1 review written) up until now I've always been an advocate of FD, and have been a loyal customer since the early days despite many tempting offers from the competition.
1. Getting qualified. To become a lorry, bus or coach driver you need to: have a full car licence. be over 18 - but there are some exceptions.
The Complete Guide To A Career In Trucking. Age, Language, Residency, & Education Requirements for CDL Drivers. The FMCSA requires in its regulations minimum age, U.S. residency status, and English language proficiency requirements that all commercial motor vehicle operators must adhere to. Each state, in addition, may have their own specific length-of-residency or licensing minimums.