CDL REQUIREMENTS

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The key word is Rating. A Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) is classified by the rating of it’s tires, suspension and brakes. A CMV has nothing to do with the actual weight of your vehicle. Likewise, if it’s equipped with Air Brakes it may not need a CDL. Feel free to reach out to us if you need clarification on your vehicle.

If your vehicle meets the criteria for a CDL please click here to see your next steps to getting a CDL.

You can download the PDF (Digital) copy here by clicking on the word manual, or pick one up at the DMV.

Do I Need A CDL?

• If your vehicle GVWR less than 26,001 pounds and you plan to use your vehicle to haul Hazmat, YES.

• If your vehicle GVWR less than 26,001 pounds and you plan to drive a passenger vehicle that has seating for 16 people including the driver, YES.

I don’t have a CMV to test with.

We have rentals! We have class A and B vehicles available to rent. We specifically have manual and automatic transmission along with Passenger and School Bus CMV’s to rent.

Do I need a CDL with Ranch/Farm plates?

If you are driving across state lines or more than 150 miles from your ranch/farm (Air Mile Radius) you w need a CDL.

I have an Air Brake “L” restriction on my CDL License. How do I lose the restriction?

Go to DMV and take the written test for “Air Brakes” and get your permit. You will have to wait two wee too test, so study the CDL Manual and Practice!

If I have an “L” restricted license, can I test with a “B” vehicle with air brakes to remove the air brake restriction?

NO. You must test in a full representative class A vehicle with air brakes to keep your “A” license and ad the air brake endorsement.

If your vehicle meets the criteria for a CDL please click here to see your next steps to getting a CDL.