CVTA Member - Diesel Driving Academy Shows FMCSA What Quality Training Looks Like

FMCSA political leadership and career staff from USDOT HQ and the Southeast Regional Service Center join DDA owner, Bruce Busada and staff and CVTA staff in Baton Rouge.

Effective truck driver training begins well before a driver gets behind the wheel. This commitment to quality was evident during the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s recent visit to CVTA member Diesel Driving Academy (DDA) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

These school visits allow FMCSA to connect directly with training providers, observe programs firsthand, and better understand the daily work involved in preparing safe, qualified commercial drivers. This visit also underscores the essential role that professional CDL schools play in promoting highway safety and workforce development nationwide.

Established in 1972, Diesel Driving Academy is well known for its high-quality instruction, hands-on training, and focus on preparing students for long-term success. Like many CVTA member schools, DDA understands that effective driver training is not defined by simply passing a test or earning a CDL. It is built through professionalism, accountability, and the development of safe driving habits that prepare students for the real demands of the road. Strong training creates more than licensed drivers. It produces skilled professionals equipped for long-term success and a safer industry overall.

These visits reinforce CVTA’s longstanding position that strong relationships between regulators and training providers lead to better outcomes for all. Direct engagement by the FMCSA fosters valuable dialogue on training standards, industry needs, and the daily challenges schools face.

CVTA is proud to see member schools like Diesel Driving Academy recognized in these important conversations. Schools that invest in high-quality training, experienced instructors, modern equipment, and student success are not simply meeting expectations; they are setting the benchmark for professional driver education. These programs strengthen the workforce, support reputable motor carriers, and directly improve safety across the trucking industry.

As the industry continues to focus on safety, compliance, and workforce growth, collaboration between the FMCSA and trusted training providers remains essential. Visits like the one in Shreveport demonstrate that the best results come when all parties work toward the shared goal of safer roads and better-prepared drivers.