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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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With Division 1.2 or 1.3 Explosive B, how close to the travelled part of the roadway can you park?

2 / 40

____is the most common type of foundation brakes used by heavy vehicles.

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What is the earliest way to notice a trailer skid?

4 / 40

Select which vehicles are required to have a low air pressure warning signal:

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What can you do at an accident site to help avoid another accident?

6 / 40

If you are drowsy, you should _____ before you drive.

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Your vehicle is going down a long hill and your brakes begin to fail. What should you do?

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What school bus accidents should be reported?

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In the event of an accident you should remember to do the following EXCEPT:

10 / 40

Select the true statement about stop valves in a cargo tank:

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What is the normal operating range for a truck's oil pressure?

12 / 40

After deciding the type of evacuation that is necessary, the next step you must take is:

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While driving on a clear night with low beam headlights, you should be able to stop within:

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You should keep a minimum of ____between another vehicle and the double trailer with 100 ft truck driving at 30 mph.

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Never refuel your bus:

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

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If the hazardous materials are classified as FORBIDDEN you should:

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The safety catch for the fifth wheel locking lever must be ____ for a coupling to be complete.

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The emergency air line is used to:

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What does outage mean?

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The driver's manual advises you to disconnect the steering axle brake to keep the rig straight:

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Which of the following should you do when confronted by an aggressive driver?

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Do not tow or push a disabled bus with riders aboard the vehicle, unless:

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When does your vehicle's single brake system need an adjustment?

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For emergency braking to avoid a crash when driving a double trailer you should:

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When fueling a placarded vehicle, someone must always be:

27 / 40

After the initial drop, the maximum leakage rates per minute is:

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What method should be used to test that the air is flowing to all the trailers?

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The purpose for the emergency air line is:

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Select the statement that is not part of the air-brake system:

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Select the true statement in regards to converter dollies:

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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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The reason a bulk liquid tanker is hard to handle is:

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Front wheel brakes are good under what kind of conditions?

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How do you check the power steering fluid?

36 / 40

Which trailer should be the first one after the tractor?

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What are some things you should check on the front of your vehicle when doing the walk-around inspection?

38 / 40

Why does it take special skills to haul a tank vehicle?

39 / 40

You downshift automatic transmissions ______.

40 / 40

Which of the following types of emergency equipment must you have on your bus?

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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.