Utah CDL Handbook 2024

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Preparing for the Utah commercial driver’s license (CDL) exam can be a real challenge. Make the most of your study time with the official Utah CDL Manual. The manual is designed to introduce prospective commercial drivers to the various CDL classifications, endorsements, licensing requirements, and procedures for safe vehicle operation. Created by the AAMVA and published by the Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), the manual is an essential resource for those looking to pass the written knowledge and on-road skills tests.

Will the UT CDL Manual Prepare You for the CDL Test

It’s true that the official Utah CDL Manual will help you prepare for the Utah CDL exam, but it’s also important that you use every study tool at your disposal. We offer free Utah CDL practice tests including the various endorsements. With both the manual and our practice tests, you’ll have the best possible chance when taking the real exam.

Information Covered in the Manual

The Utah CDL Manual provides a general introduction to CDL requirements and emphasizes the safety precautions required of commercial drivers. Information is also provided that is specific to the class and endorsement of CDL you wish to pursue. The requirements to qualify for driving combination, tank and passenger vehicles are all covered by the manual. Air brake operation, details of the vehicle inspection test, and the requirements for driving a school bus are also included.

You will have to take one or more knowledge tests depending on which class of CDL you are pursuing. Pay special attention to the license type and endorsement chart to see which sections are relevant to you.  You can expect that questions on the exam will be pulled directly from every section of the manual, so it’s important you become familiar with the entire manual.  The Utah CDL Manual is divided into the following sections

  • Introduction
  • Driving Safely
  • Transporting Cargo Safely
  • Transporting Passengers Safely
  • Air Brakes
  • Combination Vehicles
  • Doubles and Triples
  • Tank Vehicles
  • Hazardous Materials
  • School Bus
  • Vehicle Inspection Test