Excell PDT is dedicated to equipping CDL and passenger drivers with the advanced skills needed to drive safely in bad weather conditions. Join us to master the art of driving in challenging environments.
Excell PDT is an Advanced Driving Academy focused on teaching professional driving techniques to CDL and passenger drivers. Our mission is to empower drivers with the skills and confidence to navigate through bad weather conditions safely.
Our online driving academy is committed to excellence and dedicated to ensuring our students become safe and skilled drivers, ready to face any driving challenge. Join us in mastering the art of driving in adverse weather.
Explore our range of courses and training designed to enhance your driving skills and knowledge. From bad weather driving courses to defensive driving techniques, we have everything you need to become a skilled and confident driver.
For professional drivers, time really matters and can give you a competitive advantage. Your ability to drive in different environments at all times of the year also makes a huge difference for your annual income. With our guidance you’ll be able to get to your destination more efficiently without compromising safety. Plus, you’ll learn how to avoid breakdowns that can completely derail the schedule.
Our #1 focus with Excell PDT programs is to reduce risk and protect lives. We make the road ahead much safer by helping more professional truckers obtain the skills that are essential for driving in the snow and ice.
Winter roads pose significant dangers for new drivers, young drivers, and seasoned truck drivers alike. Poor visibility, hazardous road conditions, and heavy traffic are all critical factors on long hauls.
Learn the safest and most efficient techniques for driving on icy and snowy roads by having Joe Martin sitting in your passenger seat.
Joe Martin is a professional driver, husband, father, and the expert behind the Excell PDT professional driving educational courses and books. Driving professionally for around 35 years, Joe saw it all as he drove in various road conditions with 22% grades, one lane, ice, and snow.
His ultimate goal in creating the Excell PDT professional driving educational courses and books is to help drivers safely raise the standards of the trucking industry while also helping the general public improve their winter driving when they have to get behind the wheel. Joe is a passionate, skilled instructor that knows how to guide students of all skill levels on the correct ways to handle any vehicle when low temperatures cause icy weather.
At the end of a course or book you’ll be much more knowledgeable and have the confidence that’s needed to get where you need to go through the ice and snow.
We understand that prospective customers want to know how much value they can expect to get out of an Excell PDT course or book. One of the best ways for us to convey that information is with detailed reviews from our existing customers.
Here are some of our favorite customer success stories that highlight the importance of what our team provides whether you’re a business owner, professional driver or an every day driver who wants to be safer on the road during the winter months.
Our students share their experiences and success stories after training with Excell PDT. Discover how we've helped them become skilled and confident drivers, ready to tackle any driving challenge.
“Excell PDT's bad weather driving course was invaluable. I now feel prepared to handle any weather conditions with confidence.”
— Michael Smith
“The defensive driving techniques I learned at Excell PDT have made me a more skilled and aware driver. Thank you for the valuable training!”
— Jessica Adams
“I highly recommend Excell PDT's CDL prep course. The instructors were knowledgeable and supportive, and I passed my test with ease.”
— David Thompson
“Excell PDT's bad weather driving course was invaluable. I now feel prepared to handle any weather conditions with confidence.”"I had a divinely appointed meeting with Joe and found him to be a walking encyclopedia of life saving information. Every professional driver and company needs this information."
— Barnes & Nobel Book Review by Westoak.
"Being I'm from Texas and had never even seen snow, I was beyond nervous about driving in snow even more so about driving a loaded down semi in the snow. Joe taught me how to chain and utilize the motor and physics behind driving to ensure I didn't have any issues. I can't recommend his education enough to people! Great guy and absolutely top notch education!"
— Phillip Wilson, Southern Style Customs, LLC
— Kenny Sherman
NE Regional Manager
There’s nothing we enjoy more than hearing real customer stories about how clients applied what they learned from Excell PDT. We’ll take your feedback however you want to provide it – social media testimonials, blog post testimonials, video testimonials and everything in between. We love positive feedback and positive reviews, but all compelling testimonials are much appreciated.
Your critiques and personal anecdotes help us improve our products, which helps improve safety on the road! Prospective clients love them too. It helps potential customers get a better idea of which product or service from Excell PDT will provide the most value.
We encourage customers to share a customer testimonial video or written review that describes their Excell PDT experience. We’ll collect reviews online directly through our website, by email and even customer videos or comments on social media posts.
We invite customers both new and existing to share their experience. Your feedback may just become one of our feature testimonials!
Find answers to frequently asked questions about our advanced driving academy and courses. If you have more questions, feel free to reach out to us directly.
How do I enroll in a course?
To enroll in a course, simply fill out our online registration form or contact our team directly. We'll guide you through the process and help you choose the best course for your needs.
What is the duration of a training program?
The duration of a training program varies based on the course you choose. Our team will provide personalized guidance to ensure you receive the comprehensive training you need.
Do you offer specialized training for CDL drivers?
Yes, we offer specialized training programs for CDL drivers, focusing on bad weather driving and advanced driving techniques to prepare you for any challenges on the road.
Want to know more about Excell PDT driving courses? Our experts have provided information that answers the most common questions we receive. If you have another question, please reach out and we'll be happy to answer it for you!
Do I need a commercial driver's license to sign up for the commercial drivers education courses?
No. Anyone can register for our online courses and benefit from the driving education. However, the course is designed for anyone who is a licensed driver that operates commercial motor vehicles.
Are your courses the same as a defensive driving course?
No, Excell PDT offers highly specialized online driving lessons that are focused on teaching drivers best practices for driving safely in adverse winter weather. While defensive driving techniques are incorporated in the training, our courses are not a substitute for a dedicated defensive driving course and will not meet requirements for a driver's license or moving violation.
Do you offer behind the wheel training?
We don't offer traditional behind the wheel training with supervised driving instruction in a motor vehicle. However, Excell PDT can arrange in-person training for groups. Our professional instructors will lead a classroom portion that covers the information that is provided in our courses as well as tailoring the information to the group's specific needs and answering questions to provide additional guidance.
If you are interested in arranging classroom instruction for a group, please contact us for assistance.
Does your professional driving school offer certifications?
We do provide a certificate upon successful completion of a course.
What driving skills are taught in the driver training courses?
That depends on the driving class that is chosen. Our Commercial Motor Vehicles and Passenger Vehicles courses are focused on safe driving in winter weather conditions. The course material is about better managing these driving situations to improve safety, avoid delays and save lives.
We also offer online driving courses that are for other factors that are essential for commercial drivers, such as Load Securing and Over Dimension Transportation Preparation.
How are your courses different from defensive driving training at a local driving school?
With our online structured lessons you can go at your own pace and receive the instruction at home, your office or whatever location is most convenient for you. The course material is also unique from what you will be taught in a defensive driver course at a local driving academy.
Excell PDT offers specialized training that teaches drivers how to handle commercial or passenger vehicles during adverse winter weather conditions involving ice and snow. These are advanced driving skills that go beyond the basics that are taught in a defensive driving class.
Is the passenger vehicle course appropriate for teen aged drivers?
Yes! Even if your teen only has a learner's permit our courses offer great tools that can help them become a safer driver and a more responsible driver. The courses can also help any new driver become a more confident driver in adverse weather conditions.
For parents that have teenage drivers in colder climates, our winter weather course is a must for driving safety. Our professional instructors teach driving techniques that they won't learn in a traditional program for teen drivers.
Is there a driving test at the end of the online courses?
There are quizzes at the end of the modules to reinforce what was learned and ensure that you understand the concepts.
Have a question or need more information? Reach out to us via the contact form below, and our team will be happy to assist you.