Commonly Asked Questions for CDL Test

Having a CDL can be a dream for many people. For those looking to chase that dream and make it a reality, there are options out there to work towards training for a CDL. If you’re looking to pass the CDL test you’ll first need to show that you know how to operate these heavy-duty vehicles.

When preparing to take the commercial driver’s license (CDL) test, it can be common to have a lot of questions. Here are some common questions we get at New England Tractor Trailer Training School.

How Should You Prepare for the CDL Test?

Enrolling in a CDL training program can help students prepare for their CDL test. Beginning in 2022 it is also important to seek training from a qualified training provider through the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR). All New England Tractor Trailer Training School’s are listed on the Training Provider Registry and are approved to meet ELDT requirements.  Exact test details may vary from state to state but here are some samples of knowledge for each license class:

• Knowledge Tests for Class A
  • General Commercial
  • Combination
  • Airbrakes
• Knowledge Tests for Class A endorsements
  • T – Double/Triple Trailers
  • P – Passenger
  • S – School Bus
  • H – Hazardous Material
  • N – Tank
• Knowledge Tests for Class B
  • General Commercial
  • Airbrakes
• Knowledge Tests for Class B endorsements
  • P – Passenger
  • S – School Bus
  • H – Hazardous Material
  • N – Tank
• Knowledge Tests for Class C
  • General Commercial
• Knowledge Tests for Class C endorsements
  • P – Passenger
  • S – School Bus
  • H – Hazardous Material
  • N – Tank

Can You Take the CDL Test Online?

While you may be able to take practice tests online, the CDL test must be taken in person at a department or register of motor vehicles. You need to have access to a truck or tractor trailer, and be supervised by the State Registry for your road skills test.

How Many Questions Are on the CDL Test?

The written exam generally includes 50 questions. Again, this can vary from state to state.

What Should You Bring to Get Your CDL Permit?

It is recommended to bring the following:

• Form of Payment. Cash, checks, debit/credit card
• Social Security Card. May be needed for registration purposes.
• Non-Commercial Driver’s License.
• Birth Certificate. You may need a birth certificate to prove citizenship and identity.

How Much Does CDL Test Cost?

In Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island, the CDL test fees vary and may change from year to year. The test is administered by each individual state.

At NETTTS, students can learn to drive trucks and tractor trailers through the help of different CDL programs. Contact NETTTS to learn more about these programs and how to enroll.