WEYERS CAVE, VA (Rocktown Now) — Blue Ridge Community College held a ribbon-cutting ceremony this morning for the new truck driving, testing and instructional range for the Commercial Driving and Logistics Program. 

CDL Truck Driving Range Map | Source: Carolynn Unger

According to their website, the CDL program focuses on training workers to become future tractor trailer, straight truck, forklift and logistics operators. 

Heavy Equipment Operation Sim Room | Source: Carolynn Unger

The Chairman of program’s Advisory Committe Chris Earhart said during his remarks that the project has been two years in the making. 

“That will allow us to support the transportation needs in the Shenandoah Valley at an even higher level for years to come,” said Earhart.

Inside of the Heavy Equipment Operation Sim Room | Source: Carolynn Unger

Earhart continued by thanking several people who had a hand in the creation of the range and praised Blue Ridge for its educational opportunities and the benefits for students, local businesses, industry and the community.