Texas CDL Section 1, 2 & 3 Exam || 2026
(Actual Exam) Questions with verified
Answers (Latest Update 2026) UPDATE!!
You must have a CDL to operate.... -CORRECTANSWER A single vehicle with gross
weight rating GVWR or more than 26000 pounds. A trailer with GVWR more than 10000
lbs if the GCWR is more than 26000 lbs.A vehicle that transports more than 15 people
includung driver. Any vehicle that carries hazardous material placards.
Can you have more than one license?What happens? -CORRECTANSWER NO, If you
break this rule a court may fine you up to $5000 or put you in jail.
You will lose your CDL for 60 days if..... -CORRECTANSWER you have commited 2
serious traffic violations or one violation of a law that regulates the operation of a motor
vehicle at a railroad grade crossing within a 3 year period involving a CMV.
When is your BAC to high to operate a CMV legally? -CORRECTANSWER If you BAC
is .04% or more.
What is the most important reason to inspect your vehicle? -CORRECTANSWER
Safety for yourself and for others on the roadway.
, What things shouls you check during a trip? -CORRECTANSWER Watch gauges for
signs of trouble, use your senses to check for problems, check critical items when you
stop.
What are some key steering system parts? -CORRECTANSWER Tie rod, pitman arm,
drag link, steering wheel, spindle, steering wheel shaft
What are some suspension system defects? -CORRECTANSWER Look for spring
hangers that allow movement of axle from proper postion. Cracked or broken spring
hangers, missing or broken leaves in any leaf spring, leaking shock absorbers any
loose, cracked, broken, or missing frame members.
What is the purpose of the suspension system? -CORRECTANSWER To hold up the
vehicle and its load and it keeps the axles in place.
What 3 kinds of emergency equipment must you have? -CORRECTANSWER Fire
extinguisher, spare electrical fuses, and warning devices for parked vehicles (3
reflective warning triangles).
What is the minimum tread depth for front tires? -CORRECTANSWER 4/32
What is the minimum tread depth for all other tires? -CORRECTANSWER 2/32
(Actual Exam) Questions with verified
Answers (Latest Update 2026) UPDATE!!
You must have a CDL to operate.... -CORRECTANSWER A single vehicle with gross
weight rating GVWR or more than 26000 pounds. A trailer with GVWR more than 10000
lbs if the GCWR is more than 26000 lbs.A vehicle that transports more than 15 people
includung driver. Any vehicle that carries hazardous material placards.
Can you have more than one license?What happens? -CORRECTANSWER NO, If you
break this rule a court may fine you up to $5000 or put you in jail.
You will lose your CDL for 60 days if..... -CORRECTANSWER you have commited 2
serious traffic violations or one violation of a law that regulates the operation of a motor
vehicle at a railroad grade crossing within a 3 year period involving a CMV.
When is your BAC to high to operate a CMV legally? -CORRECTANSWER If you BAC
is .04% or more.
What is the most important reason to inspect your vehicle? -CORRECTANSWER
Safety for yourself and for others on the roadway.
, What things shouls you check during a trip? -CORRECTANSWER Watch gauges for
signs of trouble, use your senses to check for problems, check critical items when you
stop.
What are some key steering system parts? -CORRECTANSWER Tie rod, pitman arm,
drag link, steering wheel, spindle, steering wheel shaft
What are some suspension system defects? -CORRECTANSWER Look for spring
hangers that allow movement of axle from proper postion. Cracked or broken spring
hangers, missing or broken leaves in any leaf spring, leaking shock absorbers any
loose, cracked, broken, or missing frame members.
What is the purpose of the suspension system? -CORRECTANSWER To hold up the
vehicle and its load and it keeps the axles in place.
What 3 kinds of emergency equipment must you have? -CORRECTANSWER Fire
extinguisher, spare electrical fuses, and warning devices for parked vehicles (3
reflective warning triangles).
What is the minimum tread depth for front tires? -CORRECTANSWER 4/32
What is the minimum tread depth for all other tires? -CORRECTANSWER 2/32
