CDL

To be able to operate a commercial motor vehicle, you will need a commercial driver’s license (CDL). Learn everything you need to know to earn your CDL, with our CDL tips and articles.

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Commercial Driver's Manual (2024)

Ace Your Air Brakes CDL Test with These Expert Tips and Free Practice Questions

Aspiring commercial drivers who want to operate vehicles equipped with air brakes must pass a CDL test to obtain the appropriate license. The test assesses the driver’s knowledge of air brake systems, as well as th ...

The True Cost of a CDL License: What You Need to Know

If you’re considering a career in commercial driving, one of the first things you’ll need is a commercial driver’s license, or CDL. The cost of obtaining a CDL can vary depending on several factors, inc ...

Why You Should Pass Your CDL Knowledge Exam Before Feb 2022: New Driver Training Requirements

Effective February 7, 2022, all entry-level drivers must complete their training with a training provider listed on the new federal Training Provider Registry (TPR). (Even a carrier that trains its drivers must be regist ...

5 Things to Know Before You Become an Owner-Operator with No Experience [2024]

What is an owner-operator in trucking? An owner-operator (also known as a “single-truck operator” or an “independent trucker”) is a type of truck driver who owns the truck he or she drives and thu ...

CDL Premium and the New Federal Training Provider Registry (TPR)

Starting on February 7, 2022, the CDL licensing process changed dramatically. But what exactly changed and how does it affect you? What has changed for the applicants? Starting on February 7, 2022, all entry-level applic ...

CDL Federal Requirements

Earning your CDL is an important process if you plan to hit the streets in a commercial motorized vehicle (CMV). It all starts with knowing about the rules and requirements set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Adminis ...

How to find CDL drivers

Learn how to find and hire first-class CDL drivers with these practical tips. It’s getting harder for employers to find qualified drivers with Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs). More and more drivers are re ...

On the Road with Giants: 6 Essential Safety Tips for Driving Among Big Rigs

What did you have for breakfast this morning? Eggs and toast? Maybe a bowl of cereal and milk? A grapefruit? No matter what you started your day off with, it more than likely appeared on your plate thanks to the eff ...

How to Choose the Right CDL Practice Test Program Online

These days, there are multiple CDL training programs available, and it’s often hard to decide which one to choose. Here are a few pointers to help you make an informed decision. What makes a good CDL program?1 Q ...