Choose State

Related Questions from DMV Answers

• Where can I get a CDL driver manual or drivers handbook?

  • Drivers License > New Renewal Duplicate > Commercial Drivers License

  Obtaining a CDL Drivers Handbook That varies depending on where you reside. Many states make the CDL drivers manual available online through their DMV site. This provides easy access to the material you'll need to know to pass your CDL test. The downside, though, is that if you prefer printing out the handbook for studying purposes, you'll be facing a lengthy download and use a lot of paper as these manuals are large. Almost all states allow you to pick up the manual in person. Most make the CDL handbook available through their full-service driver's license offices; or, if not there, at other DMV locations. And, some states permit you to order the book by phone or through the mail. You may need to pay a nominal shipping fee, however. Check with your state's main driver's license..

  Read More >>

• Can I download a booklet or drivers manual to prepare for my drivers license test?

  • Drivers License > Drivers Manual

  As you can see in the grid below, most states provide an online driver license booklet for applicants to download and use to both learn the states rules of the road and study for the drivers license test. Depending on your state, you might even be able to choose from different formats. For example, a state might provide a PDF version of its drivers manual (most states do), but it might also offer an HTML version to cut back on the time it takes to download. And, if your state is particularly savvy, you might even be able to download an audio version of the drivers handbook. Studying for Your Drivers License Test Your state’s drivers manual is one of the best resources available for preparing for your drivers license test. Not only do many states provide a practice test within the..

  Read More >>

• Can I find a drivers license book online?

  • Drivers License > Drivers Manual

  That depends on where you live. Many states now make their drivers manual available online. That's great because it eliminates a trip or phone call to your DMV office to get the book, and it saves paper. Check to see if your state offers the drivers handbook by visiting your state's official drivers license Web site. Then, look through the forms/publications section. Hopefully, you'll be able to find it listed. Keep in mind, though, these drivers license books usually contain a lot of pages. So, you may experience a lengthy download and use a bunch of paper. Of course, you don't have to download the book; you can simply study the information online. No matter how you obtain this information, be sure to study it thoroughly, as you'll need to have a sound knowledge of it to pass the..

  Read More >>

• When must a driver yield the right of way?

  • Laws and Legal Info > Traffic and Safety Laws

  Safety Laws and the Drivers License Test If you research your state's driver manual, you'll find that you're required to yield the right-of-way for the following situations: You must pull over and stop for any emergency vehicle with emergency lights flashing and/or siren blaring. You must yield the right-of-way to vehicles already within a rotary. You must yield to pedestrians. You must yield to traffic already lawfully using an intersection. You must yield in all turning-left situations, including alleys, intersections and parking lots. You must yield to all traffic on a main road when approaching from a driveway, alley, side ramp or side road.  If you're studying for your drivers license test, you'll need to familiarize yourself with all driving rules, including when to yield...

  Read More >>

• Where can I get a copy of the driving book?

  • Drivers License > Drivers Manual

  You can usually pick up a copy of your state's drivers handbook at your local drivers license office. If it's not available, you may have to call your state's main drivers license agency headquarters and ask that one be sent to you. However, many states now allow you to view the handbook online. To find out if this is an option for you, go to your state's driving licensing site and search through the forms/publications section. You may be able to download the driving book, too. But, the manual is likely to be large, which means it could take a long time to download and require a lot of paper. No matter how you obtain the drivers manual, be sure to know its contents thoroughly before attempting to take the written test needed to get your drivers license...

  Read More >>