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View All PlansMost of Iowa is characterized by vast farmlands and open spaces. Here, you’ll often drive on long stretches of road with minimal traffic, making it an ideal environment for beginners practicing their driving skills. However, the open roads present their own challenges, such as sudden weather changes and wildlife crossings. Farmers often use these roads, so you must be cautious when you overtake slow-moving farm vehicles.
To become a licensed driver in the Hawkeye State, you must go through the learning phase. The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) publishes the official driver’s handbook (Iowa DMV Handbook (IA Driver's Manual) 2026). Every aspiring driver should read its contents at least once before they take the official written knowledge exam. This test consists of 25 multiple-choice questions about road signs, traffic laws, and rules of the road. Your knowledge will be tested at a DOT location. Although the test is free, applicants must pay a yearly fee depending on the license type ($4/year for a driver’s license and $6/year for a learner’s permit).
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When you use them regularly, our Iowa DOT permit practice tests will significantly increase your chances of passing the official written knowledge exam on your first attempt. Each practice test consists of 40 multiple-choice questions based on the most recent version of the official Iowa driver’s manual. Unlike other practice tests that only reveal your score at the end, ours updates as you progress through each question. At the top of the page, a general overview of the test displays each question in its own box. The color of each question turns red if you’ve made a mistake, allowing you to quickly identify areas that need improvement. Revisit those questions and pay attention to the detailed explanation. If you’re still confused, ask our AI coach to clarify the concept. Additionally, our automated assistant can provide hints, real-life examples, and personalized answers to your individual questions.
We know you’re eager to get behind the wheel of your favorite vehicle and hit the open road. However, the learning phase cannot be rushed or skipped. Our practice tests are designed to shorten the time it takes for you to master this subject, but you should only proceed with confidence.
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We are an officially recognized FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training provider and a proud partner to over 2,500 libraries. We work with safety organizations like GHSA and the National Safety Council to help create safer roads for everyone.
Our trademarked system automatically saves questions you miss, creating personalized tests that target your weak spots until you’ve mastered the material.
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Go beyond the boring black-and-white manual. Our interactive handbook lets you read, listen with an MP3 audio version, or even chat with it to find the information you need, faster.
We build our practice questions from the current 2026 IA Driver Handbook and refine them using patterns recent test‑takers report.
Driver handbook • Knowledge‑test/permit overview • Fees & ID requirements • Office/appointment info
We mirror recurring themes (e.g., right‑of‑way traps, sign look‑alikes) and use similar distractors and wording styles.
We don’t collect or publish actual test items and we’re not affiliated with DOT.
