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

Stab braking

2 / 50

Blocking the cargo to keep it from shifting must be done

3 / 50

How can you determine if your vehicle is equipped with an antilock braking system (ABS)?

4 / 50

What is Hydroplaning?

5 / 50

How often should you check your mirrors?

6 / 50

Which of the following is a key steering component?

7 / 50

What should you do if you get stuck on the railroad tracks?

8 / 50

What is the definition of a Hazard?

9 / 50

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

10 / 50

Which of these is a sign of tire failure?

11 / 50

The most important hand signal that you and a helper should agree on is?

12 / 50

Which of these statements about managing space is true?

13 / 50

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

14 / 50

The reaction distance is the best distance traveled from the time

15 / 50

Gross vehicle weight rating or GVWR means the following:

16 / 50

When approaching a curve, you should:

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

How can you test the parking brake?

19 / 50

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

20 / 50

Signs of distracted drivers include?

21 / 50

What can you do at an accident scene to help avoid another accident

22 / 50

If you must make an emergency stop, you should brake so that you:

23 / 50

Which of these statements about cold weather driving is true?

24 / 50

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

25 / 50

When driving down a long steep hill you should:

26 / 50

Name some things you should check on the front of your vehicle during the walk around inspection?

27 / 50

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

28 / 50

The air compressor governor controls:

29 / 50

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

30 / 50

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

31 / 50

The most common cause of serious vehicle skids is?

32 / 50

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

33 / 50

For what three things related to cargo are drivers responsible?

34 / 50

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

35 / 50

If you are convicted for driving under the influence while driving a commercial vehicle, and this is your first offense, you will most likely get:

36 / 50

When driving through roadway work zones, you should

37 / 50

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

38 / 50

A stale green light means?

39 / 50

What is a pull-up?

40 / 50

Tank vehicles are used to carry any liquid are dangerous to drive because?

41 / 50

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

42 / 50

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

43 / 50

The load means the following?

44 / 50

To prevent skidding, you should

45 / 50

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

46 / 50

What kind of fire is a B:C extinguisher good for?

47 / 50

To safely adjust your speed to current driving conditions, what should you look for ahead? 

48 / 50

You must park on the side of a level, straight, two lane road. Where should you place the three reflective triangles?

49 / 50

What are some advantages of going right instead of left around an obstacle?

50 / 50

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

The average score is 70%

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