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This site is available to take practice questions to prepare for the Hawaii CDL test. The tests are free and you are able to take them as many times as you would like as you look to obtain a Hawaii CDL. You will be presented with 40 questions and you must answer 34 questions correctly to pass. There is a 50-minute time limit.  You may not go back once you answer a question. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin. 

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When a substance in the materials table is written in italics it means :

2 / 40

How many seats may be placed in the aisle if the bus is a charter and is carrying agricultural (farm) workers?

3 / 40

Make sure____when the front trailer supports are up and the trailer is sitting on the tractor.

4 / 40

When there is a hazardous materials emergency. You should:

5 / 40

The amount of liquid you can carry depends on:

6 / 40

What is the earliest way to notice a trailer skid?

7 / 40

Cylinders containing compressed gases may only be loaded onto a vehicle without a flat floor or platform if the cylinders are:

8 / 40

"Outages" is the word to describe the amount of space required for liquids to expand in as they warm.

9 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to driving a truck with triple or double trailers:

10 / 40

What do you do first during step 3 of starting the engine and inspecting the inside of the cab?

11 / 40

When accelerating:

12 / 40

This object should not move more than an inch by pulled by hand with the brakes released for manual slack adjusters.

13 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to large combination vehicles taking longer to stop.

14 / 40

You should_____to make an emergency stop with air brakes when using the stab braking method.

15 / 40

Which of the following are some suspension system defects?

16 / 40

What is a technical name?

17 / 40

What is the best way to prevent brakes form overheating while drive down a steep grade?

18 / 40

How often should you check your cargo?

19 / 40

The minimum tread depth for steering axle tires is:

20 / 40

You should back up slowly until____when coupling the trailer.

21 / 40

What might happen if a trailer is too high when you try to couple?

22 / 40

In the slide mechanism of the sliding fifth wheel, this object should have no missing pins or be loose when fully engaged.

23 / 40

A leak rate for a straight truck or bus air brake system should not exceed _____psi per minute when the engine is off and the brakes are released.

24 / 40

How do you secure a second trailer to your combination vehicle?

25 / 40

It is important for driving safety to always be looking ahead. Which of the following is NOT a recommended time/distance that you should be looking ahead?

26 / 40

When inspecting the_____you pump the pedals 3 times and then hold it down for 5 seconds feeling for no movement to occur.

27 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to brake drums:

28 / 40

Select the statement that is true in regards to what is required of a driver with a double or triple trailers:

29 / 40

Which of the following statements about loading and unloading cargo tanks is false?

30 / 40

Bus drivers must have a CDL if they drive a vehicle:

31 / 40

How far away are you required to park from a bridge, tunnel, or building if you are carrying Division 1.2 or 1.3 materials?

32 / 40

What can side to side surge cause?

33 / 40

Select the action that is not recommended when driving on slippery roads:

34 / 40

Is this statement true or false: You do not need to use the parking brake if are leaving your vehicle for a short amount of time.

35 / 40

There must not be more than_____for engine compartment belts.

36 / 40

Select the true statement about tractor protection valve:

37 / 40

The Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG):

38 / 40

Which contains more alcohol: a 12-ounce glass of 5% beer, a 5-ounce glass of 12% wine or a 1 1/2-ounce shot of 80 proof liquor?

39 / 40

Operating a motor vehicle with the intent of doing harm to others or physically assaulting a driver or their vehicle is known as?

40 / 40

What is the minimum amount of distance you should maintain when driving at 50 mph in ideal conditions with a 100 ft twin trailer combination?

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How To Get A hawaii Commercial Drivers License

Applicants can apply for a CDL at age 18. Only applicants over the age of 21 years old can drive commercial vehicles in other states than Hawaii. Hazmat Endorsements and transporting persons is restricted to those applicants that are 21 years or older. Those applying for a commercial driver’s license must supply a DOT medical card and pass a vision assessment at the Hawaii State testing facility.

If any of the following statements are true about an applicant, they are automatically disqualified from receiving a CDL.

  • Having more than one driver’s license.
  • Being disqualified from commercial driving privileges in another state.
  • Having a driving impaired conviction in a commercial vehicle in the past 24 months.
  • Having a suspended, denied, canceled, or revoked license.

Applicants must successfully pass both a knowledge test and a practical skills test in order to be eligible for their CDL.

Endorsements
H – Hazardous Materials
X – Tank with Hazmat
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicle
T – Triples / Double Rigs

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hawaii CDL License Test Tips

To obtain a CDL, all applicants must complete a knowledge test. This knowledge test contains 50 questions about the topic of commercial driving. All applicants for Class A CDLs must complete an additional 20 questions about combination driving. Those looking to obtain endorsements or to remove the Air Brake restriction will need to take additional assessments. Those seeking the Passenger, Doubles/Triples, and Tank Endorsements will need to pass a 20 question test. Those looking for the School Bus Endorsement and/or the Air Brake Restriction Removal will need to complete a 25 question test. The Hazmat Endorsement requires successful completion of a 30 question test. A passing score is marked at 80 percent or above.

Applicants must successfully complete a three-section skills assessment. This includes a vehicle inspection, driving test, and basic control skills test. This showcases the applicant’s ability to properly operate a commercial vehicle. Applicants must utilize the vehicle they are seeking an endorsement with to obtain their CDL endorsement.

Additional Information

Hawaii Division of Motor Vehicles Information

The State of Hawaii County of Hawaii Vehicle Registration and Licensing Division regulates CDL requirements and testing in Hawaii. To get more information contact them via:

Website: http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/finance-cdl-general-info

Phone:  808.961.2222

Additional HAWAII CDL Helpful Links

Please use the links below to access more valuable Hawaii CDL testing resources and to learn more about practice driving tests for the state of Hawaii.