FREE 2023 CDL Practice Test

Like any exam, the test will be difficult if you haven’t prepared properly - which is why so many fail. We equip you with bite-sized pieces of information that are easy to understand and, therefore, easy to remember. Our exam-like questions contain detailed explanations that will give you valuable context based on the CDL manual so you’ll feel fully prepared on test day.

You must pass the general knowledge test to get your permit. Once you have taken and passed the exam, you can get behind the wheel of a commercial vehicle to gain driving experience under supervision. Once you’re ready to proceed to a full commercial license, you will need to pass a road skills test.

If you are trying to earn different endorsements on your CDL, you will have to take and pass additional exams. Examples of these endorsement exams are the:

• Tank Vehicle Endorsement Test
• School Bus Endorsement Test
• Hazardous Materials Endorsement Test
• Passenger Endorsement Test

A Class A CDL allows drivers to operate a vehicle towing a detachable trailer of a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of more than 10,000 pounds. Examples of these trucks are usually any regional or local semi-truck you see on the highway.

Any driver with a Class B CDL can drive a vehicle with a GVWR of 10,000 pounds or more, except the trailer is not detachable. These types of vehicles include dump trucks, trash trucks, large buses (including school buses, city buses, and tourist buses), and straight trucks.

Drivers holding a Class C CDL can operate any vehicle designed to carry 16 passengers or more (including the driver). This license also allows drivers to operate certain hazardous material vehicles such as gasoline trucks.

1. Be at least 21 years old. Some states will issue an intrastate CDL to people between 18 – 20 years old.
2. Submit your application.
   1. Provide proof of residency. Valid documents must serve as proof of both state and US residency.
   2. Provide proof of identity. Valid documents must be presented showing your identity. For example; US birth certificate, valid US passport or Permanent Resident Card.
   3. Provide proof of social security number. A valid document must be used as verification of your SSN. For example; a social security card or Medicare ID card.
   4. Submit proof of your medical status. To do this, you must submit a Medical Examiner’s Certificate Form (MCSA-5876) and a Medical Examination Report Form (MCSA-5875).
3. Pass CDL knowledge exam.
4. Pass a vision test. This test will ensure that you have an acceptable visual acuity.
5. Get a Commercial Learner’s Permit (valid for 180 days). With this you can finally practice using real vehicles and with a supervising commercial driver in the passenger seat - You can schedule a road test at the earliest 14 days after receiving your CLP.

Our CDL practice tests contain multiple-choice questions, and are perfect if you want to study and test yourself before you have to sit down to take the real thing. The questions are nearly identical to those on the real exam, and also include detailed explanations to help you fully understand and retain the information in the handbook. Based on what you want to study, you can choose whether you only want to study for the general knowledge test or if you want to study a specific endorsement, such as air brakes, tanker, or combination vehicles.

In short: You can use our practice test questions, and their provided answers, as the perfect CDL study guide to help you pass your CDL knowledge test and endorsement exams.

You will need to bring the following items:

1. Proof of citizenship or lawful permanent residency (49 CFR § 383.71).
   1. Birth certificate
   2. Green card
   3. Social security card
   4. Valid passport
2. A valid driver’s license with no active suspensions or revocations in any state.
3. Proof of residency. Valid documents must serve as proof of both state and US residency.
4. Proof of social security number. A valid document must be used as verification of your SSN. For example; a social security card or Medicare ID card.
5. Proof of your medical status (Medical Examiner’s Certificate Form (MCSA-5876) and Medical Examination Report Form (MCSA-5875)).

You must also meet the following requirements:

1. Must have accumulated 12-24 months of driving experience (depending on state).
2. Be at least 21 years old to drive across state lines (interstate) or transport hazardous materials.
3. Be at least 18 years old to drive intrastate (most states).
4. Pass necessary background checks.
5. Must be able to read and speak English to drive a CMV (§ 391.11).
6. Must not be subject to any disqualification under FMSCA Section § 383.51 Disqualification Of Drivers.

Note that there may be other restrictions and requirements you need to meet in addition to the ones listed above to be able to get your CDL license.