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View All PlansFree Alabama CDL Permit Practice Test: General Knowledge 2025
- Perfect for first-time and renewal CDL/CLP applicants, and those adding endorsements
- Based on 2025 AL commercial driver's license manual
- Triple-checked for accuracy
- Updated for September 2025
In the opening pages of the Alabama Commercial Driver Manual, the Chief Examiner from the Alabama Department of Public Safety encourages you to “study diligently” to pass your written exam and become a safe driver. These 50 multiple-choice questions will help you do just that, as they help you review necessary topics, including everything from emergency preparedness to right-of-way rules. Each question also has a hint and explanation, so you’ll be able to answer correctly even if you see the material on the real exam worded slightly differently. Practice often, and read the explanations closely until you feel confident with CDL exam concepts. Good luck at your exam and drive safely on the Alabama roadways, and across the country!
FAQs
How do you get yours?
To obtain a CDL in Alabama, you must first get a commercial learner’s permit (CLP) by passing the required knowledge tests. Hold the CLP for at least 14 days before taking the CDL skills test. Complete any required training and pass the skills test. Ensure you meet all age, medical, and legal requirements.
What is the associated cost?
The cost for a CDL in Alabama includes a $25 application fee for the CLP and a $20-$40 fee for the CDL license, depending on the class and endorsements. Additional fees may apply for skills testing and medical examination.
What are the requirements you need to know about?
CDL requirements in Alabama include being at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), holding a valid Alabama driver’s license, passing a medical examination, and successfully completing the knowledge and skills tests. Specific endorsements may require additional tests.
How long does the process take?
The time to get a CDL in Alabama varies depending on individual readiness and training program length. After obtaining a CLP, you must wait at least 14 days before taking the skills test. Training programs can last from a few weeks to several months.
What can get you disqualified from being eligible?
In Alabama, disqualifications from obtaining a CDL include major traffic violations like DUIs or reckless driving, certain criminal convictions, and medical conditions that impair safe driving abilities. Accumulating too many points on your driving record can also lead to disqualification.
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