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Jonathan increased his confidence in his exams using Peterson's Test Prep. The result? While balancing work and studying, he earned an excellent score on the ASVAB test, with detailed explanations of the answers to our practice tests, which are also available to you with our CDL prep.

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CDL FAQs

  • A commercial driver’s license (CDL) allows its holder to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV). CMVs usually include trucks transporting passengers or property weighing more than 26,0001 lbs. The CDL exam is your next step toward your career as a commercial truck driver.
  • The CDL exam requires a written and skills test using the vehicle class the driver intends to operate as a commercial driver.
  • The CDL written exam and the corresponding endorsements are the first tests a driver will take. There are variations in how many questions will be on each test, and each one will have varying time limits in which they must be completed. Practice tests are the best way to prepare for each section of the CDL exam. If any tests (written or skills) fail, a driver can retake the test twice before paying the fee again. Tests can often be taken again after three days for the second attempt.
  • A commercial driver’s license is needed if the vehicle meets the following criteria (check your state CDL manual for state-specific requirements):
    • Class A: license class for combination vehicles with a GCWR of 26,001 or more pounds
    • Class B: license class for heavy straight vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds
    • Class C: license class for small vehicles with a GVWR of fewer than 26,001 pounds
    The CDL exam requires test takers to be at least 18. However, if transport includes crossing state lines, the driver must be 21.
  • Knowing the requirements is one of the first steps to obtaining a CDL. The following shows the basic federal commercial driver’s license requirements that all drivers should meet:
    1. Age: Candidates must be 18 for intrastate, 21 for interstate (except in NY where class A is 21, and in HI where it is 21 for both).
    2. Citizenship: Proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is needed.
    3. Driving records: Applicants must possess a valid non-commercial license, have 1-2 years of driving experience (depending on the state; check with the local DMV), and not have any disqualifications due to past offenses within the last 5 years, such as a conviction for a DUI.
    4. Time and experience: 1-2 years of previous driving is required (and as previously stated, this amount of time is dependent on the state; check with the local DMV), and a Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) generally must be held for a minimum of 14 days (but can vary between states) after passing the written test and before applying for the CDL and taking the skills test.
    Education: A high school diploma or GED is not necessary to get a CDL at the federal or state level for many states. However, many trucking schools and private companies require one to enroll or be hired.
  • The CDL exam has three sections: written, pre-trip inspection, and skills. The written test consists of 50 questions, with a required pass rate of 40 correct questions. The pre-trip inspection allows the driver to inspect both the inside and the outside of the vehicle thoroughly.
  • Peterson’s offers three full-length CDL practice exams for subscribers to help prepare you for the questions you can expect on the test.
  • Peterson’s CDL exam prep prepares you for the questions you can expect on the exam with three online practice tests and interactive lessons to test your knowledge of each exam section. You can also access our CDL study guide, which provides exam details, content featured on the exam, study tips, and instructions on preparing for the exam. With Peterson’s test prep, you’ll have access to everything to help you study and prepare for your CDL exam.
  • The CDL exam consists of a combination of true-/false and multiple-choice questions, requiring a passing rate of 80%.
  • Although each state has a slightly different process for getting a CDL, most states require you to go through the DMV to get a CDL license. Those who have just begun the CDL process can get a copy of the CDL application either online or at your local DMV. However, some states require you to complete the CDL license application in person.