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Train for FREE with our Pennsylvania CDL passenger endorsement practice test online. 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 PA DMV passenger endorsement in 2025, 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 CDL permit with passenger endorsement may vary from state to state.
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8 . If a bus is disabled while passengers are still on board:
The bus may need be towed to the nearest safe location to discharge the passengers.
A bus that is disabled while passengers are on board should not be towed or pushed, unless it is absolutely necessary. If needed, the bus should be towed or pushed only as far as the nearest safe location for the passengers to be discharged.
9 . Before driving a bus that has been parked for a few days, a driver:
Should ask passengers to check the interior of the bus.
People sometimes damage unattended buses. Before beginning a trip, a bus driver should check the interior of a bus to verify that key systems are in good condition for rider safety.
10 . Bus accidents most frequently occur:
In parking garages.
Bus accidents most commonly occur at intersections. Use special caution when driving where you may encounter an increased number of vehicles and pedestrians.
11 . When arriving at a destination, a bus driver should:
Remind exiting passengers to take their belongings.
When arriving at a final destination or intermediate stop, a bus driver should remind passengers to take their belongings with them when exiting the bus. It is best for the driver to make this announcement before the bus comes to a complete stop.
12 . Conversing with passengers, refueling the bus while inside an enclosed building, and allowing the bus to be towed while passengers are on board are considered:
Optional practices.
Bus drivers should not engage in conversation with passengers, fuel a bus while inside an enclosed space, or tow or push a disabled bus with riders aboard the vehicle. These are all considered to be prohibited practices.
13 . Most hazardous materials:
Cannot be transported by bus.
Though there are some exceptions to this rule, most hazardous materials are not permitted to be transported by bus. The safety of your passengers is your responsibility.
14 . At railroad crossings, bus drivers:
Must stop and check for any approaching trains.
When approaching a railroad crossing while driving a bus, you must stop between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest track to look and listen for any approaching trains. Only proceed once you are certain that there are no approaching trains. You do not need to stop at streetcar crossings; if a police officer or flagger is directing traffic; if there is a green traffic signal at the crossing; or at crossings marked "exempt" or "abandoned."
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2025 Pennsylvania | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in Pennsylvania 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 GVWR. This includes buses, farm labor vehicles, dump trucks, delivery trucks, and utility vehicles.
With a Class B CDL license in Pennsylvania, you can operate single vehicles like buses, dump trucks, tow trucks, delivery trucks, and garbage trucks. These vehicles have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or they may be towing another vehicle not exceeding 10,000 pounds GVWR.
In Pennsylvania, to acquire a Class B CDL license, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), hold a valid Pennsylvania driver's license, pass a vision test, and successfully complete a knowledge test. You'll also need a medical examiner's certificate, proving you're physically fit for the job. Lastly, you'll need to pass a road skills test in a Class B vehicle.
In Pennsylvania, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class B CDL license for intrastate driving (within state lines). However, to drive a commercial vehicle across state lines (interstate driving), you must be at least 21 years old.
While not always necessary, specific endorsements may be required for certain types of Class B CDL driving in Pennsylvania. These endorsements, such as passenger, school bus, or hazardous materials, require additional knowledge tests. Having these endorsements can broaden your job opportunities as a commercial driver.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in Pennsylvania includes three parts: a pre-trip inspection test, a basic vehicle control test, and an on-road driving test. The pre-trip inspection tests your knowledge about your vehicle and its safety. The basic vehicle control test assesses your ability to maneuver and control the vehicle. The on-road driving test evaluates your driving skills in various traffic situations.
Class B CDL license holders in Pennsylvania are limited to operating vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) over 26,000 pounds or towing a vehicle not exceeding 10,000 pounds. They cannot operate Class A vehicles unless they have the appropriate endorsements. Additionally, interstate drivers must be at least 21 years old.
Yes, it is possible to take the written Class B CDL test in languages other than English in Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation provides the test in several languages. However, a basic understanding of English is required, as federal regulations mandate that all CDL holders understand English to a degree necessary to operate their vehicle safely.
Yes, you can request test accommodations for the Class B CDL written exam in Pennsylvania due to a disability. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation provides accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. These may include extended time, a separate testing room, or use of assistive technology. Contact PennDOT directly to discuss your specific needs.
If you don't pass the Class B CDL written test in Pennsylvania, you can retake it. However, you must wait at least 3 days before retesting. There is also a retest fee each time you take the test. It's recommended to study thoroughly and use the available practice tests to increase your chances of passing on your next attempt.
