Choose your state to access state-specific CDL practice tests, requirements, and resources. Each state has unique regulations and testing procedures in addition to federal requirements.
While all CDL exams must meet federal FMCSA standards, each state may have additional requirements, unique regulations, or specific testing procedures. Our state-specific practice tests help you prepare for both federal and state requirements to ensure you're fully prepared for your exam.
Our comprehensive CDL practice tests are designed to help you pass your commercial driver's license exam on the first try. Each practice test simulates the real exam experience with questions based on the official CDL manual and FMCSA regulations.
Studies show that candidates who take practice tests before their actual CDL exam have a significantly higher pass rate. Practice tests help you identify knowledge gaps, become familiar with the test format, and build confidence for exam day.
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Required for all CDL applicants. This test covers essential topics including vehicle inspection, basic control, shifting, backing, and safe driving practices. You must pass this test to obtain any class of CDL.
Required if your vehicle has air brakes. This test covers air brake system components, operation, inspection procedures, and safe driving practices with air brakes. Passing this test removes the air brake restriction from your CDL.
Required for Class A CDL. This test covers coupling and uncoupling, inspecting combination vehicles, and safe driving practices specific to tractor-trailers and other combination vehicles.
Optional endorsement. Required if you'll be transporting hazardous materials. This test covers hazmat regulations, placarding requirements, loading and unloading procedures, and emergency response. TSA background check required.
Optional endorsement. Required for tanker vehicles carrying liquids or gases. Covers liquid surge, baffles, bulk packaging, inspection procedures, and safe driving practices for tankers.
Optional endorsement. Required for buses and other passenger vehicles. Covers passenger safety, loading and unloading, railroad crossings, and emergency procedures specific to passenger transport.
Optional endorsement. Required for school bus drivers. Covers student loading and unloading, railroad crossings, school bus operations, emergency procedures, and special safety considerations for transporting children.
Optional endorsement. Required for pulling double or triple trailers. Covers coupling procedures, inspecting doubles and triples, and safe driving practices for these longer combination vehicles.
Required for Texas CDL applicants. Texas has additional state-specific requirements and regulations that all CDL holders must understand. This test covers Texas traffic laws, state-specific safety regulations, and unique requirements for commercial drivers operating in Texas.
If you're taking your CDL exam in Utah, here's what you need to know about the testing process. Utah follows federal CDL standards set by the FMCSA while maintaining state-specific procedures.
As of February 7, 2022, the FMCSA requires Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) for certain CDL applicants. If you're applying for a Class A or Class B CDL for the first time, or adding specific endorsements, you must complete ELDT from a registered training provider.
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