CDL School

ATI's Commercial Driving programs are designed to get you ready for a new career in just 6 weeks.

Commercial Driver’s License are:

  • Single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight (GVWR) of 26,001 lbs. or more
  • A combination of vehicles with a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 lbs. or more if the vehicle(s) being towed has a GVWR of more than 10,000 lbs.
  • A vehicle that carries 16 or more passengers, including the driver
  • Any size vehicle that transports hazardous materials and that requires federal placarding

Commercial Driver’s License requirements do not apply to:

  • operators of emergency vehicles, such as firefighters
  • Active-duty military personnel operating military vehicles
  • Operators of vehicles, such as recreational vehicles and rental moving vans, used only for personal use
  • Operators of Covered Farm Vehicles as defined in § 46.2-649.3
  • Operators of farm vehicles if:
    • The vehicle is used by farmers to move farm goods, supplies or machinery to or from their farm
    • The vehicle is used within 150 miles of the farm, and
    • The vehicle is not used as a common or contract motor carrier.

CDL (Commercial Driver's License) Practice Test

Getting your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is an essential step for a career in commercial driving. Whether you're aiming to drive a tractor-trailer, a bus, or a delivery truck, passing the CDL exam is crucial. This practice test is designed to help you prepare for the actual exam by covering key topics, including general knowledge, air brakes, and combination vehicles. By taking this practice test, you can assess your current knowledge, identify areas for improvement, and gain the confidence needed to succeed. Good luck with your preparation and on your journey to becoming a professional commercial driver!

To begin please provide First and Last name and email!

Results and answers will be email after completion.

1 / 50

How often while on the road must you stop to inspect your cargo?

2 / 50

The distance that you should look ahead of your vehicle while driving amounts to about ____ at highway speeds

3 / 50

What is the average reaction distance?

4 / 50

What is the minimum tread depth for tires not installed in the front?

5 / 50

What are some things to do at an accident scene to prevent another accident?

6 / 50

What is the best way to figure out how many sections of following distance you have?

7 / 50

Under federal regulations, if a vehicle is carrying a load that is more than two feet wide and extends more than four feet beyond the rear of the vehicle, _____ must be placed at the extreme end of the load.

8 / 50

If you are checking your tires for a pre-trip inspection. Which of these statements is true?

9 / 50

If a tire blows out, you should put the brakes on hard to stop quickly

10 / 50

IF a straight vehicle (no trailer or articulation) goes into a front-wheel skid, it will:

11 / 50

The air compressor governor controls:

12 / 50

To prevent skidding, you should

13 / 50

What is the “gross combination weight” (GCW)?

14 / 50

Which of these is a sign of tire failure?

15 / 50

Which of these statements about driving in areas with strong winds is true?

16 / 50

What is the minimum number of tie downs for a 20-foot load?

17 / 50

You do not have a hazardous materials endorsement on your commercial driver’s license. You are asked to haul hazardous materials in a placarded vehicle you should:

18 / 50

 In your mirror, you see a car approaching from the rear. The next time you should check your mirror, you don’t see the car. To change lanes, you should

19 / 50

The most common type of foundation brakes found on heavy vehicles is the:

20 / 50

Which of these is a proper use of vehicle lights and flashers?

21 / 50

What is the definition of a Hazard?

22 / 50

What is the formula for stopping distance with air brakes?

23 / 50

Stab braking should not be used on vehicles

24 / 50

Stopping is not always the safest thing to do in an emergency

25 / 50

Why should you be in proper gear before starting down a hill?

26 / 50

Blocking the cargo to keep it from shifting must be done

27 / 50

The most common cause of serious vehicle skids is?

28 / 50

A car suddenly cuts in front of you, creating a hazard. What should you not do?

29 / 50

Letting hot air out of tires:

30 / 50

How many reflective triangles should you carry?

31 / 50

Which of these statements about managing space is true?

32 / 50

Which of the following is NOT something you should check during a trip?

33 / 50

The reaction distance is the best distance traveled from the time

34 / 50

Whenever you stop for a break during your trip, you should

35 / 50

As the blood alcohol concentration or BAC goes up, what will happen?

36 / 50

Which of these statements about double clutching and shifting is true?

37 / 50

You must drive on a slippery road. Which of these is a good thing to do in such a situation?

38 / 50

If you are being tailgated, you should?

39 / 50

Which of these is NOT part of the basic method for shifting up?

40 / 50

Which of these statements about backing a heavy vehicle is true?

41 / 50

Which is not one of the four basic skills that operating a commercial motor vehicle requires? 

42 / 50

Signs of distracted drivers include?

43 / 50

If you need to leave the road in a traffic emergency, you should

44 / 50

If your vehicle is 40 feet long and you are traveling at 50 MPH, what is the safe following distance?

45 / 50

Should the pre-trip inspection report from the last driver be reviewed during your pre-trip inspection?

46 / 50

Of the choices below, the first thing to do when a low air pressure warning comes on is:

47 / 50

Which of the following is a key steering component?

48 / 50

For what three things related to cargo are drivers responsible?

49 / 50

The Driver must be able to see a warning that is given before air pressure in the service air tanks falls below:

50 / 50

How long does it take a typical tractor-trailer to clear a single railroad track? A double railroad track?

The average score is 69%

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