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Train for FREE online with our Nevada CDL combination vehicle test. The official exam test consists of several obligatory parts, with all of them checking your knowledge of different blocks of road rules. If you need to obtain a NV combination license in 2024, practice as much as possible. Free sample tests published on our website will help you check and improve your knowledge and boost your grades. Please bear in mind that DMV requirements for issuing a combination license may vary from state to state.
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8 . When a combination vehicle goes around a corner:
When a vehicle goes around a corner, the rear wheels follow a different path than the front wheels. This is called off-tracking. This effect is especially pronounced on vehicles with trailers.
9 . When driving a combination rig, following distance should be:
Longer than when driving a single vehicle.
In comparison to driving a single vehicle, you should maintain an extended following distance when driving a combination rig. Combinations require longer stopping distances than smaller vehicles.
10 . When the wheels of a trailer lock up:
They will likely go flat.
A trailer may swing out and strike other vehicles if its wheels lock up. This is especially likely with lightly-loaded trailers.
11 . During a trip, landing gear should be:
Landing gear, or trailer supports, should always be completely raised before a vehicle is driven. Landing gear that is not entirely raised could catch on railroad tracks or other hazards on the roadway.
12 . If a load is placed on one side of a trailer, the trailer:
Have improved steering.
If the weight of a load is placed primarily one side of a trailer, the trailer may lean, increasing the risk of a rollover.
13 . When coupling, after you've connected the air lines to the trailer, you should:
Correctly following the steps to couple and uncouple trailers is vital to safely operating a combination vehicle. After connecting the air lines to the trailer while coupling, you should supply air to the trailer.
14 . If a trailer begins to jackknife, you should not:
Allow the trailer to straighten out.
If a trailer begins to jackknife, you should release the brakes and allow the trailer wheels to regain traction with the road. Do not apply the trailer hand brake to attempt to straighten out the rig because it will only prolong the skid. The application of brakes is what caused the wheels to lock in the first place.
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2024 Nevada | Frequently Asked Questions
To secure a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Bus endorsement in Nevada, you must already have a valid CDL. Next, pass the passenger transport test and the school bus endorsement test if applicable. Complete a federal background check, submit a medical examiner's certificate, and pass a skills test in the type of bus you'll be driving.
To obtain a CDL Bus license in Nevada, you need a valid driver's license and must be at least 21 years old. You have to pass a series of written exams on general knowledge, passenger transport, and air brakes (if applicable). Then, pass the pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control, and on-road driving tests. Finally, submit a completed medical examiner's certificate.
While Nevada doesn't explicitly require specific training for a CDL Bus endorsement, it's highly recommended. Many applicants attend professional training programs to prepare for the written and skills tests. Practical experience driving similar vehicles is beneficial. Additionally, you must pass a physical exam and meet certain vision and hearing requirements to ensure you can safely operate a bus.
CDL Bus licenses fall into three classifications. Class A is for vehicles with a combined weight over 26,001 lbs, where the towed vehicle is over 10,000 lbs. Class B is for single or combination vehicles where the single vehicle weighs over 26,001 lbs, or tows a vehicle not exceeding 10,000 lbs. Class C is for transporting 16 or more passengers (including the driver) or hazardous materials.
No, you cannot use your personal vehicle for the CDL Bus driving test in Nevada. The vehicle used must represent the type of vehicle you will be driving with your CDL. For a bus endorsement, you must take the test in a bus-like vehicle. This ensures that you can handle and operate the specific type of commercial vehicle safely.
The CDL Bus driving test evaluates several skills. These include pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control (backing, moving forward, stopping, and turning), and on-road driving. On-road driving assesses your ability to handle intersections, railway crossings, curves, and more. You'll also be evaluated on how well you manage traffic and emergencies, and your knowledge of bus safety rules.
Yes, there are additional medical prerequisites for a CDL Bus endorsement. You must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination every two years. The exam will test your vision, hearing, blood pressure and will check for diabetes and other potential health issues that could affect your ability to safely operate a commercial vehicle.
No, it is not permissible to transport passengers without a valid CDL Bus endorsement in Nevada. The law requires anyone operating a vehicle designed to carry 16 or more passengers, including the driver, to hold a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a passenger (P) endorsement. Violations can lead to serious penalties.
Yes, a CDL Bus endorsement can be added to your existing license in Nevada. However, you're required to pass a knowledge test and a skills test in a vehicle representative of the class of bus you wish to drive. After passing these tests, the endorsement will be added to your CDL.
Yes, there are restrictions for drivers with a CDL Bus endorsement in Nevada. Drivers must maintain a clean driving record, pass regular physical examinations, and comply with federal hours-of-service regulations. Additionally, they must not have any disqualifying criminal offenses and must be at least 21 years old to drive commercially across state lines.
