CDL test, Class A 2024 "Road Test"

CDL Class A Road Test Overview. The video highlights those things you'll want to be familiar with on the Road test. You'll prepare by reading the CDL manual from your state in section 13 and other sections of the manual plus listening to your instructor and asking questions and watching this video. During the Road test you'll be tested on RR crossing procedures, also both right and left turns, Intersections whether controlled by lights or stop signs including properly stopping or yielding the vehicle when required to do so. You'll be graded on shifting, (double clutching required) braking, and steering with both hands. You'll be tested on multi lane highways, both interstate and limited access. Also tested on lane position and lane changes, and lane selection. You'll be instructed to conduct a proper Roadside stop and recognizing and reading back when asked, traffic signs. You'll demonstrate the correct way to check traffic and proper use of your signals and proper following distance. For additional inquires email [e-mail] The DRIVE In THE VIDEO DOES NOT REPRESENT THE ACTUAL TEST ROUTE.

[@lucasw2880]

I just passed my final road test last week. Big thanks to this video for tips and what to expect. I took my road test in Miami Florida. It wasn't too difficult. I took all my right turns super wide just to be safe and I was good. Shifted smoothly, watched my mirrors every 6-8 seconds, and kept the truck going super slow (I figured they can't fail you for going too slow). I just stayed calm and focused on the driving. I did my road test in a day cab Peterbilt (10 speed), with a 45' trailer. Officially a CDL-A Holder!!!!

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Great job, thanks for sharing and enjoy your career as a Class A commercial driver. I want to mention for others who may read this that taking turns too wide can count points against on the driving test.

[@maratmakhanov5009]

Congrats

[@tonyr4545]

In Texas they will fail you for going too slow saying you've become a road hazard.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Section 13 in the CDL manual begins by stating you must obey all traffic signs, signals, and laws. That includes the posted speed limit. Two of the items I mention for automatically fails are "Dangerous Act", and "Not obeying signs/signals". With that being said, It's not an automatic fail for speed and can simply be a point deducted in the Expressway section and Urban/Rural driving sections of the test. Yes, if you become a road hazard you will most likely fail. It is at the discretion of the examiner. As an examiner, I will fail you quicker for speeding than driving too slow, Guaranteed!

[@johverr]

Lucas W did you go to cdl school?

[@Tudy0222]

Big thanks for the video really helpful Got my CDL today 🤠

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

That's great, Enjoy the new career

[@bigblocc301]

Congratulations

[@Quon215]

My CDL exam is next week Ima make sure to use everything I watched in this video thanks for the help.

[@EStTramp]

One year into my cdl career and wanted to come through and say thank you for how much your videos helped me and continue to help me. Every time I’m moving my vehicle I hear your voice saying move it 6 inches, or move it 1 foot. Nice gentle increments

[@lydiaanderson0083]

@hello Goss how are you doing?

[@mandoivetteruojas9861]

This video helped me passed my CDL today..thanks a lot Mike 💪💪💪

[@AmidstTheLight85]

I've been practicing in school and I know that I've done all of this multiple times already. However, with my test coming up my nerves are getting the best of me. Watching your thoroughly explained video is putting me more at ease to know what to expect and remember. Thank you very much for your time and consideration for those trying to pass.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

I know by saying just relax is easier said than done. If you take your time and don't go on to the next step until you have each step correct then i think you'll be ok!

[@eoleol4750]

This is one of the best cdl road test videos on here and so far the best I've seen. Former cdl truck driver that wants to get his cdl license again, looking at videos to refresh my experience. This video has the visual executing of driving a truck with a professional voice over of each decision and execution. Good job and worth the viewing.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you for the comment!

[@Wilj05]

thanks a lot for this vid. this helped me become mentally prepared for my test. 👍

[@aloha-rob]

Good job mike, good video. Thanks!

[@ThaKid13]

Thank you for taking time out of your life to show people how it’s done! It doesn’t go unnoticed! We appreciate it 🤘🏻🫡

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

I appreciate that!

[@ThaKid13]

Quick question for you Mike! I have my CDL permit and Iv been trying to go to school but my current employer has been beating around the bush about it. Half of my job is taking loads local but this week I have to do a little “interstate commerce” because I’m headed to NC from SC to do a job! (I’m not a hotshotter yet). Im am way over the limit as far as GVWR is concerned…. The trailer alone is a 32’ PJ gooseneck with 2 12k dexter axels (25,000 GVWR) not including truck! Now with this being part of my job and my hands being tied with my current employer…. What happens to me if DOT pulls me? I will be going past a HUGE weight station on my way there🤦‍♂️. Really don’t want to jeopardize my permit but there is nothing I can do…. I get fired if I don’t do as I’m asked😕

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

@@ThaKid13 Sorry for the delay in responding. Let me start by saying, if you drive a commercial vehicle without the proper license or endorsements the fine is up to 5K. Refer to page 1.4 in the CDL Drivers manual. Driving under the threat of being terminated if you don't haul an illigal load is stressful. The truck/trailer combination requires a CDL. Please post what happened.

[@user-hw1cr5uq4z]

Nice tour of the Grand Junction area!

[@Bbcbaptistchurch]

well done.. prepares student nicely

[@RM-lk1so]

Way cool. No BS. Very ARTICULATE. To the point. No fluff. Great instructions

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you for the compliment!

[@joemustang8037]

thank you for taking your time and explain step by step blessings

[@mikerajput159]

👍👍 two thumbs up for u sir

[@almaflores4927]

Thank you, thank you👍

[@Deetqm]

Thank you

[@abletoflowtrucking8064]

Good job👍👍👍

[@Wendy-zl8kv]

Thank you 🙏

[@1jerikin]

Thank you it’s a great video!!

[@moabdo8429]

Thanks 🙏

[@user-up6wk7ol8g]

good video thanks

[@lxxlss]

thanks you sir.

[@mikerajput159]

Thanks 🙏 you excellent video

[@bsounds3485]

You the best man... thank you so much

[@muhammadmustafa5788]

Thanks for video road test

[@takumi2569]

You are a very great awesome teacher. You explain everything thoroughly in a way everyone can understand. Keep up the good work. I will be applying what I learn from all of your video’s when it’s my time. Thank You!

[@borisdeluca4326]

Thanks Mike, awesome video!!!. So useful and very well explained

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you my friend for the kind word!

[@andrewe.7907]

Very helpful. Testing in a couple weeks.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Best of luck!

[@koramust73]

Thank you for the clear narration.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you!

[@j004196]

very structural very clear spoken easy to understand. definitely does give confidence for a road test.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Glad it was helpful! Thank You!

[@damionsmith9100]

Thank you again Mike

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

You're Welcome!

[@AlwaysBored123]

Great video thanks for making it.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you!

[@jamesnyamekeh-anlimah2805]

Thanks for the video. Very well simulated and clearly explained all the necessary steps required.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you!

[@rposey971]

Passed my road test last week watching this video!

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

That’s awesome, Thank you!

[@PooyanDoozandeh]

Well done!

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank You!

[@hunter.on.channel.19]

Well done video,,I'm stressing out about my skills test and down shifting,,,but thank you for your time

[@Dr.ScatKohlenblo-nj2cv]

Great video. If you're driving a manual it would've been super helpful to show us when you were making your downshift and what gear you were in all situations, even coming to a stop. Also, I was taught to begin making a right turn far sooner than when equal to the center lane markings, the middle of the road basically. I'm more confused about that now.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

The focus of this video is an example of what you will be tested on during the driving portion of the CDL exam. As far as the shifting part I think that would be best illustrated in a separate video. I’ve watched a factory video from Eaton Fuller and they explain how to shift much better than I could ever do. Many tests are in trucks equipped with automatic transmissions. I explained making right turns like this. Position the truck is close to the center lane as possible and then drive out to the second 12 foot lane and in many cases that’s going to be where opposing traffic is. Of course yield to traffic, but stay in that lane until the trailer tires are close to clearing approximately 10 to 15 feet and then return back to your lane. That’s how much space it takes to make the turn. If you’re making the turn without stopping, you need to do that at 10 mph, which in a typical 10 speed would be fourth gear, or a low RPM in fifth gear. Put the brakes on and slow the truck to that speed and then downshift to that gear well in advance. In a wide sweeping right hand turn, you could do that at 15 to 20 mph and that would be fifth gear or six gear. It’s important to learn the speed that is associated with each gear for the truck that you’re driving. That way when you make a decision about which gear to shift into simply look at your speedometer, and that will tell you the speed and then you’ve memorize the gears for each speed range you can make the selection. If you’ve come to a complete stop, simply put the brakes on and right before the truck comes to a complete stop push the clutch in and then select the gear that you’re going to start out in. Sit there with a clutch pushed in and the transmission in gear and then makes the turn when it’s safe to do so.

[@fly-over1517]

Great video. Thank you for speaking clearly and to the point with elementary descriptions.. Good video quality.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Video quality is a bit shakey but I think it helps based on the comments

[@beresfordjames8404]

That's what I called proper teaching, thanks very much.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you!

[@halyoung388]

Excellent! Appreciate your narration and commentary on what the examiner will be saying as you proceed through the test.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you!

[@ELIASEGLS]

Thank u mike🙏

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

My pleasure!

[@violetyoung8746]

Thanks for the well thought out and clear representation of what is expected. Side note: I felt like it was in GJ right away and then confirmed by road signs etc. Made me a bit homesick, (I'm from 4 corners area)but was cool that I knew exactly where this was. Great job 👏. Now to watch some more of your videos.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

You’re correct, GJ it is! Thank you for the comment!

[@callbenny4547]

THANKS A LOT FROM ORLANDO FLORIDA

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

You’re very welcome, most of my family are from Orlando! I go there often!

[@yadwindersinghsekhon7111]

Just awesome video. Check mirrors 1000 times.

[@staceyaustin4140]

Great video

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thanks!

[@moe_flow5794]

Best road test video out there

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you, I hope it helps

[@0fficial_bigt908]

Great information thanks bro 🙏🏽

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

thank you!

[@jimmyjimmy1038]

The best video ever, thank you so much! 🙏

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Glad you liked it!

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Glad you liked it, thank you!

[@gm-be6gm]

AWESOME thank you so much

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

You’re welcome!

[@ajdasa6169]

Thank you. !

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

You are welcome!

[@Emmanuelwithus]

Very concise and detailed. I look forward to my NY road test when the time arrives in a few weeks. Thank you sir for your instruction as it brings safe and valid common sense information which inspires me and brings me confidence to pass the road and be a safe a truck driver. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge and experience. Thank you and may God bless you!

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

I appreciate you watching my video and thank you for the comment. You’ll do well!

[@dreday9586]

very well explain I love it keep on making more videos

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

I'm working on the next series "Starting a trucking company." I recently bought a truck for a Intrastate operation and now hauling Logs. Stay tuned,

[@vibenglish]

thank you

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

You're welcome

[@The1959Cunha]

Thanks very good info, I'm in the process to get my CDL-A every little help is appreciated

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

I always welcome questions at my email for additional information, [e-mail] Thanks for the comment!

[@dposer10]

Thank you very much for this video, there is nothing like having someone who drives every day to show you how to do things right. I'm going to drivers school now and was honestly unsure if i could actually get this stuff down, but you make it look smooth and easy.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Good luck and thanks for the comment, you'll do fine. I was an instructor and examiner for several years and yes I do own my own truck and drive everyday.

[@JaKywaKy10]

Thank You Mr. Logan!... Your video tutorials are the best!!!. You give more details, and I was able to understand your explanation on doing Alley dock backing... I'll recommend your videos to other CDL students

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you, I appreciate the recognition! Best of luck to you.

[@vovojoanacanada]

Im in Canada ontario going for my cdl test on the 14 and I watched this video and was awesome helped me a lot hope to be on the road soon

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Best of luck!

[@dawud8538]

You did the best video 👏🏿

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you!

[@viccompton7820]

I wish I had found this video before my road test, I will test again next week and feel sure this insight will put me over the top!

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Best of luck!

[@lydiaanderson0083]

@hello Vic how are you doing?

[@stevebates3573]

I passed , thanks Mike.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Awesome! best of luck going forward!

[@maynard666]

This video is a must see for anyone pursuing their CDL. It, along with the skills test videos helped me know what to expect. Took me 3 tries to get past some really strict examiners, but I pulled it off thanks to you and your videos Mike. Thank you. You are what KZbin is all about.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Very nice comment Clay, I appreciate it very much!

[@FreedomLandTrucking]

Passed my CDL exam today and this video was a HUGE help to me! Thank you Mr. Logan!

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Congratulations, Thank you for letting us know you passed and best of luck to you going forward in your new career.

[@staceyaustin4140]

Great video I have my cdl incense with all the endorsement s on it

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

That's awesome, thanks for sharing!

[@moosey2011]

Thank you Mr. Logan. I passed my CDL test today in an automatic. This video along with section 13 in the manual, are a must have to pass. Your patience as a teacher was very helpful. I'll try again in a manual but I need more practice. Thank you so much

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

I think you can get a job with the restriction. If I were an active driver I would prefer an automatic. Best of luck going forward.

[@ashantajarawayoung2421]

You know it’s crazy out of all the right turns and left turns I’ve done at my school for the last four months none of the instructors ever told me when I’m making a right turn you don’t want to stay in the left lane too long because your trailer will go there that is so true I’ve never heard that until I watch this video thanks that’s a gem Appreciate it Mr. Logan

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

It’s very true and I appreciate you taking the time to mention this. Thank you!

[@mokenenasfha6393]

The best road test tips video I keep watching this video and I have read test on Jan 12 Thursday wish me good luck

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Two more days, best of luck...let us know if you passed.

[@bigblocc301]

How did it go

[@ashantajarawayoung2421]

Thanks Mike for your help this video is very helpful my road test is coming up March 30, 2022 thanks

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

You’re very welcome, my thoughts are with you. Let us know how you do. Thanks!

[@msbrowneyes9725]

Good luck I take mine last week in April

[@stevebates3573]

Great info . I test Thursday Dec 19th

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Best of luck to you!

[@stevebates3573]

@@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest Thank you mike.

[@Dv.r10]

Nice video

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thanks

[@cadillacdebois]

I used to have my cdl, didn't renew it and now after 10 years I'm going to get it again. Anyway, looking at many videos to refresh memory, there's a LOT of worthless videos out there. However your video is perfect, reminded me exactly of taking the drive test years ago.Thank you for providing an excellent video, practical, thoughtful, we'll spoken; well done!

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you for the kind words, the video was a bit shakey but overall i think it has been helpful.

[@hiraSingh-py2kx]

Very good job sir thanks so much

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Most welcome

[@PilgrimofMatter]

Your video is very helpful. I have my road test coming up this week. My instructor said that the tester would ask me the clearance of any bridges or overpasses that I went under. Gotta keep my eyes peeled for those!

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Yes, Two signs will be asked. Pay attention, the signs pertain to information you'll need to access for trafic situations, and those items pertaining to commercial vehicle, warning signs for example, Low overpass...Truck routes those are the signs that commercial drivers need to be aware of. Warning signs are always yellow.....easy, you'll do good!

[@danielhendy8169]

Thanks for this video I was a big help! I passed my test!!!👍🏽🚛

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

That’s awesome, enjoy your career Daniel!

[@Live__quute1]

I passed all my tests just failed on road test stopping traffic intersection automatic fail i hope i pass this monday wish me luck ur video helped alot 💙

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

I'm sorry to hear this. I would love more information about the conclusion, "stopping traffic intersection" so I could elaborate. My assumption is you did something that caused traffic to come to a stop in a intersection. Let us know what happened. Thank you!

[@Live__quute1]

@@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest he said i braked in the middle of traffic light intersection while turning left. Like automatic fail ✔️

[@Live__quute1]

@@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest i pass yay 😀 thanks for the tips

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

@@Live__quute1 There are times when it is necessary to slow or stop depending on what the traffic is doing that you are following. With that being said it you braked or stopped and that was not necessary then perhaps you impeded traffic. A dangerous act is an automatic failure and perhaps what you did fell under that category.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

@@Live__quute1 Great job, I'm glad to hear this and it show that being persistent will make your dreams come true.

[@Ayeooh]

Thanks you so much for this video! I was able to pass my CDL on road test today because of this. My instructor even told me he was impressed!! I cannot thank you enough for the free information.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Congratulations! The best of luck to you going forward… Happy Trucking!

[@Ace_boy318]

@@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest you're the goat !!!!

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

@@Ace_boy318 Thanks!!

[@Live__quute1]

The best on youtube

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you!

[@jessicacarter4256]

Hey bro thanks for this video. my road test is set for this morning at ten. I'm feeling very comfortable .It teaches me a lot points that my instructor fail to teach. I must pass after watching this video.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Glad you were able to gather additional information, Let me know if you passed.

[@rickjames8972]

Did u pass?

[@AC-kl9yy]

Very educational thank you! 🙏 taking my test on June 8th! unfortunately I'm testing near Austin, TX so the chances of having that little traffic are non existent but the basics stay the same so this will help immensely either way!

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thank you for the comment and good luck with your test. I will say I shot this video on a Sunday and the traffic was not as busy as usual. Tell us how you did on your test!

[@-Fecoboost]

Did you pass

[@brody8857]

very informative video! I got my Class B CDL 5 years ago and I'm at a point where I want to get my Class A. I've always wanted to try out the big rigs and I want to be making more money. I plan to go to CDL school in a few months to get my Class A and then I will more than likely go with a mega carrier and do OTR for a year of experience so then I can go local / regional.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Sounds like you have a great plan. Going local or regional. Get you home on a regular schedule. You can also look for companies who have their private fleet. These are companies, like Walmart, Ace Hardware, “McKee foods, corporation, manufacture of Little Debbie products” those that deliver products to their own customer base on a regular schedule. Many of these companies bid the route every six months to one year so you are able to change it and with seniority have weekends off at some point. Those are the companies that I focused on and worked for. The pay and benefits package is also very nice. Best of luck!

[@brody8857]

@@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest Yeah after I get my 6-12 months of OTR experience I will 100% be looking for local or regional routes. The ones you mentioned are on my list as well as I know there's a Publix distributor near me as well. Also, I might look into LTL companies because I've heard good things about them.

[@neverbummer]

Many states require two safety stops. One on a downhill grade and one on an uphill. Follow the same steps just make sure you don’t roll backwards when on the uphill. Before you accelerate away from your safety stops check both mirrors. It’s required to check for pedestrians on the curbside. They also usually require you to demonstrate that you know how and when to downshift when going up or down a grade.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

We're grading on many more than two. Every turn that requires a stop is graded. there are 8 of those. Intersections that are controlled by stop lights and stop signs are graded. The roadside stop is graded. This video does not run the test route therefore you won't see the uphill grades that are tested or the decending roads. everything you mentioned is good information. Thanks!

[@ahmadsafi4084]

I am having my tests tomorrow, wish me good luck guys

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

I'm late posting your comment, sorry. Did you pass?

[@feliciagillman5610]

Did you pass? I just failed my road test today for skidding the curb on the last turn back into the testing site 🤦‍♀️ going next week to retest.

[@feliciagillman5610]

I just failed my road test today for hitting the curb on the last turn. I go back next week to retest. I'm gonna make dang sure I turn it wide as can be on that last turn.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

I feel for you, i’ve tested several who have failed at the very last for doing that exact same thing. Just a word of caution, try not to take turns too wide because that can also be a point against you. Thanks for the comment, good luck going forward!

[@whoflungpooonu6047]

I remember I had rubbed a curb slightly lifted the trailer I looked at the examiner for a second and she said to continue on there's nothing that I could have done I was trapped in a lane because cars were speeding all around me and she said Hey it's just the test route you're fine keep going but it freaked me out and she didn't tell me if I failed she just Said to continue then once that stress was over and we're on a straight away she actually asked me a question what would you do differently, I said I would have never entered that circle with that many vehicles if I could have avoided it and I would have got into the other lane way back she takes some responsibility for not telling me which way we were going into the last 2nd and knew that I couldn't get over because of traffic all around us. 😂 Then she let me sweat for a few more minutes made a left hand turn And then said that normally would have been an automatic fail I'm not gonna tell you what DMV this is but she said That if she failed me she'd have to answer to the girls in the office because I was too cute. WTF 😂 So you can be a train wreck as long as you're cute I guess I don't know man good luck on your test bro. Try not to enter any curves when there's any vehicles around if you can avoid it

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

@@whoflungpooonu6047 Very unethical and unprofessional! As a test administrator you're supposed to give direction well enough in advance so the applicant can make decisions as to what to do. That includes slowing or stopping and not getting forced into a congested situation that causes you to run over curbs. Then the examiner scores accordingly without asking what you would do differently. There is one time that the examiner can ask anything and that's during the vehicle Inspection. If you start to explain an area on the inspection and you don't cover the majority of the inspection criteria they can ask you for additional information. That's a clear indication you haven't said enough. If you're asked that, you better come up with something. The air brake test is excluded. You need to know this 100% correctly. Thank you for the comment!

[@carlbelcherEDC]

Hey I recognize those mountains, that's Grand Junction, CO!

[@francisgallozzi2595]

I was taught to pull out the yellow parking control valve prior to activating the 4 way flasher.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

I reviewed the CDL drivers license manual and it states to Activate the four way flashers and then apply the parking brake. The test is based on the CDL manual. Thank you for the comment!

[@dannyfuhrer8438]

Hey I know where this is! Grand junction! I love GJ.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

You're correct!

[@sethhays5525]

I get the reason for failing if you curb check the trailer. But sometimes you cant help it because it seems like a lot of cars pull over the white line or don't care that you have a trailer. I feel it should vary based on the situation, like if there is a car there it should be fine. But that's my thought and someone that gets paid more than me designed the test. Great video btw it was very instructional and makes the test seem like its easier than most make it seem.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thanks Seth for the comment. I have a different approach to the situation so let me explain. You're tested and also developing skills to maintain control of the vehicle at all times. When you're confronted with a situation like this or any other you should recognize it and stop or slow down so you can maneuver the vehicle properly. That means in most cases moving your vehicle out of your space so you can clear the curbs or other obstacles. You need to do this when all traffic has cleared away so you can use spaces and lanes that you don't have the right of way to.

[@sethhays5525]

@@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest I see your point now, it makes more sense. Thank you for the explanation.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

This comment was posted in the Basic Skill section, It pertains to downshifting. Maybe it will help someone watching this Driving Video Hello Fransisco, I think another Video would help. Until then try two things, #1 first when you downshift you have to increase the RPM when you get the stick in nuetral, approximately 300 to 400 rpm, try 400 to start. You need to practice doing a consistant rev for downshifting. To practice this stop the truck and place it in neutral, set the brake, while watching the tachometer push the throttle quickly and touch the floor with the pedal. How much did the RPM increase? It should go from 600 RPM to about 1000 RPM. Don't hold it on the floor, the RPM will go up too high. Practice this several times. Because you have to double clutch for the CDL Test, this technique will get the down shift done in the least amount of time. #2 Next (say this to yourself) NEUTRAL REV, Clutch a small amount---place the shifter in neutral---REV---As soon as the RPM is increased 300 to 400 RPM as you practiced it---Go to the next lower gear. One last thing don't do the down shift until the RPM falls to around 900 to 1100 rpm. Your REV will go up to around 1300 to 1500 for the down shift. Show less

[@lydiaanderson0083]

@hello Mike how are you doing?

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

@@lydiaanderson0083 I'm doing great! I'm retired and traveling when I can. This year I went to see family in Florida and also went to Mexica and Brazil. I have more plans in the near future. Thank for the inquire! 😉😄

[@lydiaanderson0083]

@@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest I hope we can get to know each other and can you suggest a way we can talk off here if you don't mind

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

@@lydiaanderson0083 I have an email available for additional inquires located in the video discription.

[@EStTramp]

Mike, do you downshift on exit ramp, or push in clutch, go to neutral & use brakes? Thanks so much for ALL of your instructional videos

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Stop like always, place your foot on the brake, You'll downshift on the exir ramp when the RPM drops too low. Control the vehicle with the brake pedal, never put the truck in neautral. Stop the truck and wait with the clutch pushed in until it's time to go. There's really no fancy way to do it. Controlling the vehicle at all times shows the examiner you're ready for your CDL

[@EStTramp]

Mike Logan you’re the. best, thank you

[@sackyhackMxO]

nice video, one question when you do the road side stop are you supposed to put on air brakes etc, or leave it in gear as if you were waitingat light or sign

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Put in Neautral, set the brakes. 4 way flashers on, You're parking the truck, and properly securing the truck as if you're getting out to check something outside.

[@ElPanaQueAlabaSatanas]

Thanks for this video. Usually how long is the road test?

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

At this location in Grand Junction, Colorado It's about 17 miles long and takes about 30 to 45 minutes from start to finish. Other locations may vary but it will be close to this.

[@ElPanaQueAlabaSatanas]

Thank you for replying 🙏🏽

[@CognitiveCriptyd97]

Question the truck I am using doesn’t have a exhaust break so it being a ten speed I have a good idea as to what gear I need to go down any hill when present I just don’t know the procedure to not being able to use the engines break effect accompanied with my service break and how that will affect me on the test would I do the standard take my speed five under with the break and let it rise back up?

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Great question, you're not tested on using the engine brake. Just use the service brake to hold the RPM at the correct range for the gear you're in. There are two ways to brake while descending a grade, one is hold a light pressure on the brake to hold the rpm and the second is stab braking where you release the brake and then brake harder to slow and then release so air can get between the brake shoe and drum to cool it down. I doubt the test route has steep grades that would require using a exhaust brake, service brake will be fine i'm sure. Best of luck!

[@sikitrucking3251]

Hi,what does it mean illegal Jack break use?I saw that sign in Oregon when driving down the hill and was thinking how do I get down without using Jake brakes

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

That community has a noise ordinance, that's all

[@susierios7213]

hahaa this first clip where it didnt say 2x speed...i was like wow this guy is flyinnn lol

[@richardbarker6615]

One thing the instructors at my trucking school ask is ;"If you have to make an emergency stop for longer than ten minutes what do you do? " and you have to tell them "I would pull all the way to the right ,put on my four way flashers and set my three red reflective triangles behind my trailer at ten feet,one hundred feet and two hundred feet behind my trailer. " The only difference between what you did and the school does is you didn't mention that part about if stopped for ten minutes or longer. Other than that great video!

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Thats ok, but My videos are designed to prepare you for the cdl test and during the road side stop there is no part of the procedure that asks you to review a greater than a 10 minute stop. It's not part of the test. It is good to know but you'll not be tested on it.

[@richardbarker6615]

Mike Logan Ok I thought it was maybe an Indiana thing

[@guan8878]

Thank you for the video. Is there length requirement for the trailer or I can bring whatever I familiar with to the road test?

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

No length requirements but make sure the gross combination weight rating is over #26,000. You''ll find that information on the vin tags listed as "Gross vehicle weight Rating" for each vehicle, just add the two together. Anything below #26,000 does not require a CDL.

[@trentwheeler6161]

48 feet may be a good length to work with. Fyi 28 foot trailers turn much faster and may make the backing up parts of the test more difficult.

[@guan8878]

@@trentwheeler6161 Thank you. Does 53 feet works fine as well?

[@vanlifenomadfirekeeper]

I used a Dually and a 34 ' tandom axale trailor to do the driving test. Rented a penske truck fire two hours at $57.00 to do the air breaks test. Got a complete liscence fore less than a $100.00. Do this , then go to a college driving school , not a company teaining facility, or, youll be paying over $6000.00. Im a trainer, i know how this works.

[@powerbeast5691]

Interesting. Is this valid for all states? In Europe (or Sweden at least), the intention for the turn signal is to tell other drivers what you are planning to do next, not what you are actually doing or just did. Therefore, it is considered best practice to cancel the turn signal in the middle of the lane change, because it is then already obvious to other drivers that the vehicle is in two lanes. Keeping the indicator on until the lane change is completely finished would tend to indicate that the driver plans for yet another lane change (assuming there is one more lane to the left) or stopping in the break down lane.

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Yes, all states. In the CDL Manual Section 13.1.17 - Use of turn signals states "cancel turn signals at the completion of the turn or lane change. Signaling your intention and canceling after the lane change is complete will prevent traffic from thinking that you changed your mind. Thank you for the comment and sharing your experience from Sweden.

[@Mjk86]

On the road side stop….do you have to mention anything about putting the 3 reflectors triangles out?

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Not necessary, The roadside stop is a quick stop to check the vehicle or cargo and then start up and move on. The reflective triangles are for a disabled vehicle.

[@naturalbornfool73]

Do you have to yield in a turn lane when the light is red, but the turn lane veers off from the main roadway? I have been told two things? The turn lane also has a crosswalk. At what point can a truck proceed?

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Great Question! I will always come to a complete stop on a red light (any red right) back behind the pedestrian cross walk. Wait for traffic and pedestrians to clear then you can make the right turn on red unless the intersection is posting a sign that indicates no turns on Red. Thanks for the comment

[@josephball5487]

When performing the road side stop do you have to put truck in neutral and activate the tractor & trailer breaks ???

[@mikelogan99CDLClassAskillstest]

Yes, please refer to section 13.1.6 -Stop/Start in the CDL manual. The procedures are explained in detail. If you don’t have the book you can find it online for your state. Thanks and good luck.