📋 About the CDL Test
The Commercial Driver's License (CDL) test is a federally-mandated examination required to operate large vehicles commercially in the United States. It consists of knowledge tests (written exams on general knowledge and specialized endorsements) and skills tests (pre-trip inspection, basic controls, and road test). CDL classifications include Class A (tractor-trailers), Class B (buses, straight trucks), and Class C (hazmat, passenger vehicles). The test assesses vehicle operation, safety regulations, cargo handling, and compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations.
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Standard license for personal vehicles. CDL required for commercial vehicles over 26,000 lbs or 16+ passengers.
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⚡ Quick Facts
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Cost
- $50 USD
- Validity
- 5 years
- Score Range
- 200-800
- Adaptive
- No
- At Home
- No
📍 Test Centers
🏢 Test Organizer
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) / State DMVs
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