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Train for FREE online with our New Jersey 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 NJ 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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15 . What is a bobtail?
A tractor that goes slower than the speed limit
Tractors without semi-trailers are referred to as bobtail tractors. Operating a bobtail tractor requires drivers to exercise caution.
16 . If colors are being used to distinguish glad hands, which color is used for emergency lines?
Red
When trailer air lines are color-coded, the service lines are generally blue and the emergency lines are generally red.
17 . When backing a trailer, how should you turn the steering wheel?
It depends on where the trailer is being backed.
When backing with a trailer, turn the top of the steering wheel in the direction opposite of where you want to go. Once the trailer begins turning, you should then switch the direction of the steering wheel to follow the trailer.
18 . Avoid needing to make sudden lane changes by:
Pulling off the road and waiting when there is high traffic.
Making a sudden lane change can be dangerous when driving a combination vehicle. Avoid the need to make a sudden lane change by looking down the road for upcoming obstacles that will require you to change lanes.
19 . If unsure if a trailer is equipped with ABS, you can:
Remove a tire and look for the ABS sensor on the axle.
Trailers and converter dollies built on or after March 1, 1998 are required to have Anti-Lock Braking Systems (ABS). This will be indicated by the presence of a yellow malfunction lamp. You can determine if older trailers have ABS by checking under the trailers for ECU and wheel speed sensor wires coming from the back of the brakes.
20 . When backing up to couple a trailer, you should position the tractor:
At a 60-degree angle in front of the trailer.
When backing up to couple a trailer, you should position the tractor directly in front of the trailer. Trying to couple while backing at an angle could cause the trailer to move and the landing gear to break.
2024 New Jersey | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class A license in New Jersey is a commercial driver's license that allows the holder to operate any combination of vehicles with a Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds. It includes tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, and flatbeds.
A Class A CDL license in New Jersey allows operators to drive vehicles such as tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, flatbeds, livestock carriers, and tank vehicles. It's also needed to operate any combination of vehicles with a Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) of 26,001 lbs or more where the towed vehicle exceeds 10,000 lbs.
To obtain a Class A CDL license in New Jersey, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), have a valid driver's license, pass a vision test, and complete a medical examination. You'll also need to pass a knowledge test and skills test which includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic vehicle controls, and on-road driving.
In New Jersey, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class A CDL license. However, to use it for interstate driving or to transport hazardous materials, you must be at least 21 years old. These age requirements are in place to ensure the safety of all road users.
Endorsements are not required for a Class A CDL license, but they allow you to operate specific types of vehicles or haul certain types of cargo. In New Jersey, endorsements include T (Double/Triple Trailers), P (Passenger), N (Tank Vehicles), H (Hazardous Materials), and S (School Bus). Each endorsement requires additional knowledge tests.
The Class A CDL skills test in New Jersey encompasses three parts: a pre-trip inspection to assess your ability to check the vehicle for safety issues, a basic controls test to evaluate your skills in controlling the vehicle, and a road test to confirm your ability to drive the vehicle safely in various traffic situations and conditions.
Yes, there are limitations for Class A CDL license holders in New Jersey. These may include restrictions based on medical conditions, failing certain parts of the skills test, or not meeting age requirements for interstate driving. Also, without specific endorsements, drivers may be restricted from operating certain types of commercial vehicles or transporting specific types of cargo.
Yes, in New Jersey, the written Class A CDL test is available in multiple languages, including Spanish. However, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requires that all commercial drivers demonstrate proficiency in English to read road signs, communicate with officials, and complete logs and other paperwork.
Yes, New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities taking the Class A CDL written test. You must submit a request for special testing accommodations. This may include extended time, a separate testing area, or assistance with reading the test. It's important to communicate your needs prior to scheduling your test.
If you don't pass the Class A CDL written test in New Jersey, you can retake it. However, you must wait at least 7 days before retaking the test. There's no limit to how many times you can retake the test, but each attempt requires a testing fee. Preparation and study are key to passing on your next attempt.