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Train for FREE with our Texas 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 TX 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 . During a vehicle inspection, ensure that lug nuts are all of the following, except:
Free of rust.
During a vehicle inspection test, you must ensure that all lug nuts are present, free of cracks and distortions, and showing no signs of looseness, such as rust trails or shiny threads. Verify that all bolt holes are free of cracks and distortions.
9 . If confronted by an aggressive driver, you should:
All of the above.
If confronted by an aggressive driver, the most important thing to do is try to get out of their way. Avoid making eye contact with the driver and do not let yourself be provoked by gestures. Do not try to challenge aggressive drivers by speeding up.
10 . Which items are always prohibited in the part of a bus that is occupied by people?
Oxygen tanks
Buses are permitted to carry small arms ammunition labeled ORM-D, emergency hospital supplies, and drugs. Small amounts of other hazardous materials may also be carried on a bus if there is no other way for the shipper to send them. However, some specific materials may never be carried on a bus, such as labeled radioactive materials.
11 . Which of the following is not an activity that causes a distraction?
Checking your mirrors
Anything that takes your attention away from driving can be a dangerous distraction. This includes eating, drinking, smoking, or adjusting the vehicle's audio and climate controls.
12 . During the straight line backing exercise, how many times are you permitted to exit the vehicle to check its position?
Four times
During the straight line backing exercise, you are permitted to exit your vehicle to check its position no more than one time.
13 . When driving, your mirrors should:
Be checked regularly, but only if it is cloudy.
It is important for you to be aware of your surroundings at all times. To do this, regularly check your mirrors.
14 . If driving in a foggy area, you should not:
Turn on your four-way flashers.
It is safest not to drive in foggy areas. However, if you must drive through fog, you should slow down, use your low beam headlights and fog lights, and turn on your four-way flashers.
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2025 Texas | Frequently Asked Questions
To secure a CDL Doubles/Triples endorsement in Texas, you need to have a valid CDL license first. Then, study the Texas CDL handbook's section on Doubles/Triples endorsement. Afterwards, schedule an appointment at your local DMV to take the written test. Upon passing, you'll receive your endorsement. Remember, some employers may require additional on-the-job training.
To obtain a CDL Doubles/Triples license in Texas, you need to have a basic CDL license first. Then, pass the Doubles and Triples Endorsement Test which covers coupling and uncoupling, inspecting doubles and triples, and checking air brakes. Additionally, you must pass a vision test and provide proof of medical fitness.
While Texas doesn't require specific experience for a CDL Doubles/Triples endorsement, it's recommended to have practice handling such large vehicles. A CDL training course can provide this. You must pass a written test on handling double/triple trailers. Knowledge of coupling/uncoupling, inspecting trailers and air brakes is necessary. Professional training can greatly improve your chances of passing the test.
Yes, to obtain a CDL Doubles/Triples endorsement in Texas, you must pass an additional written test. This test covers information specific to driving double and triple trailers such as coupling and uncoupling, inspecting doubles and triples, and the proper procedures for pulling double/triple trailers. No additional road test is required for this endorsement.
The CDL Doubles/Triples endorsement test in Texas is a written exam, not a skills test. It focuses on knowledge such as how to couple and uncouple correctly, inspecting doubles and triples, and checking air brakes. You'll need to understand safe driving techniques for these larger vehicles, but you won't perform actual driving maneuvers during the test.
No, it's not permissible to operate double/triple trailers without a valid CDL Doubles/Triples endorsement in Texas. The endorsement is a legal requirement, demonstrating that the driver has the necessary knowledge and skills to handle such large vehicles safely. Driving without the appropriate endorsement could result in penalties, fines, or even loss of your CDL.
You can add the CDL Doubles/Triples endorsement to your current commercial driver's license. You don't need to initiate a new application for a CDL. However, you must pass the Doubles/Triples knowledge test. Once you pass, the Texas Department of Public Safety will add the endorsement to your existing CDL.
Yes, there are constraints for drivers with a CDL Doubles/Triples endorsement. For instance, these drivers must comply with specific weight and length regulations for their vehicles. They may also face restrictions related to hazardous materials transport. Additionally, they must adhere to hours-of-service rules set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to ensure safe driving practices.
In Texas, the maximum legal weight for a semi-truck is 80,000 pounds without an overweight permit. The maximum length for a single trailer is 59 feet, while double trailers can be up to 28.5 feet each, and triple trailers up to 28 feet each. However, triple trailers are not legal on all roads in Texas.
Yes, there are specific safety guidelines for driving double/triple trailers. Drivers must ensure proper coupling and uncoupling of units, maintain safe following distance, and manage high-speed and curve control. They must also be aware of the "crack-the-whip" effect that can occur when changing lanes or turning. Furthermore, drivers must abide by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations for hours-of-service.
