Start a Trucking Business with CDL & Startup Help in Ann Arbor, MI

CDL Training with Community Support

Before you can run a successful trucking company, you need to understand life on the road. Our CDL training with community support combines hands-on education with real career coaching. At Active Pursuit, you’ll receive:

• Classroom & behind-the-wheel CDL instruction

• Support with scheduling your CDL exams

• Access to instructors with real trucking experience

• Financial assistance options for qualifying students

Many of our students are referred through trucking education programs and nonprofit partnerships focused on career development.

Trucking Business Startup Help

Once you’ve earned your CDL, the next step is building a business. That’s where our trucking business startup help comes in. We’ll help you understand:

• How to register your business (LLC, EIN, etc.)

• How to get your MC and DOT numbers

• Insurance and compliance requirements

• Fleet acquisition and financing

• Building contracts with brokers and shippers

Whether you want to become an owner-operator or grow a small fleet, our team is here to provide mentorship and direction.

In-Kind Donation Partnerships to Get You Rolling

Starting a trucking business takes resources — and not everyone has a head start. That’s why we partner with local organizations, sponsors, and businesses to provide in-kind donation partnerships. These donations can include:

• Used equipment or tools

• Fuel cards

• Office space for admin work

• Access to discounted vehicle maintenance

These partnerships can reduce startup costs and help students from underserved communities take real steps toward business ownership.

Trucking Education Programs That Lead to Ownership

We’re proud to collaborate with workforce development agencies and community colleges to offer trucking education programs that don’t just stop at a CDL. These programs often include:

• Business management training

• Credit-building resources

• Financial literacy

• Grant and funding assistance for minority-owned businesses

If you’re ready to start a trucking business, we have a support network ready to help you succeed — from classroom to contract.

🚦 Ready to Go from Driver to Owner?

Active Pursuit Driving School in Ann Arbor is your one-stop resource for CDL training and entrepreneurial support. Whether you’re looking for trucking business startup help, mentorship, or just a supportive path forward, we’re ready to drive with you.

👉 Contact us today to learn more or schedule a consultation with our startup advisors.