Real routes. Real weather. Real stakes.
Enter your email and we'll send you a link to reset your password.
Four months of classwork, two road tests, and a pre-trip inspection you can now run in your sleep — and you've passed everything at Big Wheels CDL School. There's just one problem.
The state licensing office never processed your paperwork. Your CDL isn't certified yet. But every driver has a handle before they touch a steering wheel.
Every driver has a name on the airwaves. Make it stick.
Gus is the founder of Big Wheels CDL School. He's the one who just broke the bad news — the state pulled the school's certification last month. Without it, he can't officially issue your license.
"I'm sorry, kid. But the Kansas City office is still fully certified. They can get you squared away — I just need someone to haul the last of the school equipment up there."
Desks, simulators, filing cabinets — one truckload, headed to the new Kansas City location. Every other driver in town cleared out weeks ago. You're the only one left.
"I'll lend you my rig for the haul. Get it there in one piece and I'll call ahead to the KC office — they'll certify your license when you arrive. You in?"
Welcome to the road. Each press of Drive Next Leg moves you one hour of driving time along your route.
A typical job takes 4–12 legs depending on distance and your speed.
Gus meets you at the loading dock, counts out ten bills on the hood of the truck, and takes back the keys.
"Not bad for your first solo run, kid. Here's $1,000 for your trouble. I already called ahead — head down the block to the Big Wheels office and they'll get that license certified for you."
Gus hands you $1,000.
You add Gus's $1,000 to the $3,000 you've been sitting on. $4,000 total. You head over to the used truck lot — there's a few things in range, but here's the reality check: fuel is expensive. A single tank runs $300–$400, and you'll burn through it before you finish your first long haul. On top of that, these old rigs need repairs, tires wear out, and you'll want to start saving for an upgrade.
Don't dump everything into a truck. Pick something cheap, keep cash in your pocket for the road, and build from there.
Your phone rings.
It's Grandma. She heard you got your CDL and couldn't be prouder. She's wiring you $2,000 — her words:
"I've been holding onto this for you, honey. You go stop by the bank in town before you do anything else — talk to the loan officer, see if you can get yourself a nice truck. Now get those big wheels turning!"
You now have $6,000. Head to the bank and talk to the loan officer — a loan can get you into a much better truck than cash alone.
Your name. Your photo. Your commercial driver's license — authorized to operate any combination vehicle. It's official. You're a licensed trucker.
"Come back when you've got more road time. We offer endorsements for hazmat, tanker, doubles, and more. Good luck out there."
Upgrade your rig for better performance, efficiency, and capability.
Pick up a trailer to start hauling freight.
Truck. Trailer. CDL. You're legal, you're loaded, and the road goes both ways. Head to the Freight Terminal and pick up your first haul.
This building can be yours. Purchase it and start your own trucking empire — recruit drivers, bid on contract rates, get listed on the NYSE, and earn bonus contracts exclusive to your fleet.
Skill allocation coming in a future update. Points are banked.