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Hawaii CDL Test Questions & Answers (#11) 2026

Avg. pass rate on our HI tests: 64%.
Average pass rate for this test: 79%.
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9 min

Built around the Hawaii DMV Commercial Driver License (CDL) General Knowledge Test, our Free Hawaii CDL Test Questions & Answers Practice Test (11) helps you pass that official exam on your first attempt. Whether you plan to drive along Oʻahu’s busy corridors, operate a tour bus through Waikīkī, or haul construction materials across Maui or Hawaiʻi Island, passing the General Knowledge Test is required regardless of CDL license type.

The days of relying on printable study guides and static PDF packets may be coming to an end. Many Aloha State CDL applicants still rely on these study methods, but they fall short of what today’s CDL exams demand. This CDL Test Questions & Answers General Knowledge Practice Test replaces outdated study methods with a modern, exam-aligned experience. Questions are written in the same style as the official test, including the phrasing and wording tactics (like double negatives) that often challenge test takers. Immediate AI-driven feedback and clear explanations help you understand why an answer is correct, so learning happens in real time. There were 9 state practice tests taken today and 569 this week, so join those smart aspiring drivers and take advantage of our preparation materials!

Hawaii CDL Test Questions & Answers (#11) 2026
Commercial Driver's License
Original questions by our team Based on 2026 HI CDL Handbook

Reviewed for legal and handbook accuracy

Steven Litvintchouk

M.S., Chief Educational Researcher (ACES member)

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Test design and learning experience oversight

Andrei Zakhareuski

Co-founder & CEO, Driving-Tests.org

Questions are created and maintained by the Driving-Tests.org content team following our multi-layer editorial process and updated whenever the Hawaii DMV changes its handbook or website information. Official sources we check: 

About the Hawaii CDL

The official CDL General Knowledge exam covers vehicle control fundamentals, braking and shifting concepts, space and speed management, hazard recognition, railroad crossings, emergency procedures, skid control, fire prevention, and proper accident response. The exam also emphasizes the consequences of alcohol, drugs, and fatigue, all of which are treated with zero tolerance under both state and federal law. This practice test cuts out unnecessary filler and concentrates on what actually appears on the exam, helping you study smarter and faster.

Our interactive practice tests allow you to engage with the material and track your progress as you learn. Missed questions are automatically revisited through a built-in Challenge Bank until you demonstrate mastery, reinforcing long-term retention and faster learning. Once you have a handle on this practice test, try another here: https://driving-tests.org/hawaii/hi-cdl-practice-test/

Continuing your preparation with additional state-specific practice exams can further strengthen your career. Consider preparing for the Air Brakes Knowledge Test, since most CMVs are equipped with air brake systems, and failing that test results in an Air Brakes restriction on your CDL. Preparation for the Pre-Trip Inspection Test is equally important, as examiners require you to clearly identify vehicle components and explain their functions during the skills test: https://driving-tests.org/hawaii/hi-pre-trip-test/.

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