Coming Soon: New Modernized CDL Testing

Modernized CDL testing
  • Safety Based AAMVA Tested FMCSA Approved
  • Smaller Footprint for Basic Control Skills
  • Vehicle inspection checklist available for applicants to use during the exam
280 feet wide, consisting of two 100 feet areas and a 80 foot area, 40 feet wise, minimum range is 280 feet by 40 feet
Truck moving forward
Step 1: Forward Stop
Truck backing in a straight line
Step 2: Straight Line Backing
Truck moving into the left lane
Step 3: Forward Offset Tracking
Truck reversing into right lane
Step 4: Offset Tracking

Modernized CDL Test Study Guide

Modernized Skills Test Course

Note: The Road Skills test remains the same and will not change. Only the Vehicle Inspection and Basic Vehicle Control Skills are updated for Modernized CDL Testing.

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