CDL PREP COURSE

 The general knowledge test covers the contents of the Alabama CDL Manual . All CDL applicants (Class A, B and C) must study the following sections: Driving Safely, Transporting Cargo Safely, Air Brakes (if you plan to operate vehicles equipped with air brakes), Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test, Road Test. 

 This Alabama CDL exam is taken by only those who will ever drive vehicles with air brakes; therefore needing the "Air Brakes" restriction removed.

The Alabama CDL Air Brakes restriction can be removed from a valid Alabama CDL by passing the Alabama CDL Air Brakes written test, re-taking the skills tests as necessary in an air brakes equipped vehicle .

 Drivers who want to drive combination vehicles must pass the combination vehicles test. The Alabama CDL combination test consists of 20 questions, and you'll need at least 16 correct answers to pass (80%). The test covers the combination vehicles section of the Alabama CDL Manual. 

 The doubles and triples CDL endorsement grants the ability to drive a combination of multiple trailers attached to one truck or power unit. 

 The tanker endorsement provides the ability to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) that is transporting bulk liquids. The tanker endorsement is required for portable tanks, attached tanks, drivers carrying filled cylinders, or intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) filled with liquid even if they are transported in a dry van. 

 The Alabama CDL Hazardous Materials (H) Endorsement can be added to a valid Alabama CDL by passing a Alabama CDL Hazardous Materials written test, providing required documentation, being fingerprinted and passing a background check, and paying the required fees. Check your specific Alabama CDL Information for details.