Knowledge Test Class A #2
Class A Driving Test | New Mexico 2024 #2 Page 5 of 7
Train for FREE online with our New Mexico class A license 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 NM CDL class A permit 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 CDL class A requirements may vary from state to state.
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29 . Using the brakes creates heat. If too much heat is produced:
Brakes are designed to take a lot of heat, but drivers should not rely solely on the brakes to slow their vehicle. Brakes may fade and lose their ability to slow down the vehicle if they become too hot, so drivers should also rely on the engine braking effect.
30 . Eating while driving:
Eating while driving can be a dangerous distraction to the driver both because it diverts their attention away from the task at hand and requires them to remove a hand from the steering wheel.
31 . You are especially likely to encounter strong winds when:
Strong winds can make it difficult to keep a vehicle in its proper lane. Strong wind can be a particular problem when a vehicle is being driven out of a tunnel.
32 . When alley docking, you should first:
If you are asked to alley dock, you should first pull past the alley and stop your vehicle in a position that is parallel to the outer boundary. From there, you should back your vehicle entirely into the alley parking area. Your vehicle should be parked in a straight position within the boundaries of the parking space.
33 . If you will be transporting hazardous materials that require placards, you must:
You must have a hazardous materials endorsement to transport a material that requires placards.
34 . Header boards:
Front-end header boards, also known as "headache racks," protect the driver from cargo moving in the event of a crash or emergency stop.
35 . You should specifically look out for black ice:
Black ice is a thin layer of ice that is clear enough for the road surface to be seen through it. Be alert to black ice any time the temperature is below freezing and the road surface looks wet.
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2024 New Mexico | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in New Mexico is issued to drivers who operate commercial vehicles exceeding 26,000 pounds or towing vehicles not exceeding 10,000 pounds. This includes buses, dump trucks, tow trucks, or delivery trucks. It does not allow the operation of Class A vehicles but allows the holder to operate Class C vehicles if properly endorsed.
A Class B CDL license in New Mexico allows the holder to operate single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or any such vehicle towing another not exceeding 10,000 pounds. This typically includes buses, dump trucks, straight trucks, and segmented buses.
To obtain a Class B CDL in New Mexico, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid New Mexico driver's license, pass a vision test, and successfully complete both a knowledge test and a skills test. Additionally, you must provide proof of identity, residency, and social security number.
In New Mexico, to qualify for a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL), you must be at least 18 years old. However, if you plan to drive commercially across state lines (interstate commerce), federal regulations require that you be at least 21 years old.
While not necessarily required, specific endorsements can be added to a Class B CDL based on the type of vehicle you plan to drive or the cargo you plan to transport. Endorsements include passenger, school bus, tanker, hazardous materials (HazMat), and double/triple trailers. Each endorsement requires passing a specific knowledge test and sometimes a skills test.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in New Mexico includes three parts: pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control, and on-road driving. Applicants must demonstrate their ability to inspect their vehicle, control the vehicle at low speeds, and drive safely in typical traffic situations, including turns, intersections, railway crossings, and various types of roadways.
Yes, there are limitations for Class B CDL license holders in New Mexico. They are authorized to drive single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds. They cannot drive a vehicle that falls under the Class A CDL category.
Yes, in New Mexico, it is possible to take the written Class B CDL test in Spanish. However, federal regulations require that all CDL drivers must be able to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.
Yes, in New Mexico, you can request accommodations for the Class B CDL written exam if you have a disability. These accommodations are designed to provide equal access to the Motor Vehicle Division services. However, you must provide appropriate documentation of your disability and specify the type of accommodation needed when scheduling your exam.
Yes, you can retake the Class B CDL written test if you don't pass on your first attempt. New Mexico requires a waiting period of at least one day before retesting. Additionally, retesting may involve an additional fee. It's recommended to review the CDL manual and consider additional study or training before retaking the test to increase your chances of passing.
