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Free New York Air Brakes Practice Test 2025

Perfect for first-time and renewal CDL/CLP applicants, and those adding endorsements.

Don’t let the “L” restriction limit your career. Failing the New York Air Brakes test means your CDL will prohibit you from operating commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) with air brakes. Since most semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, and commercial buses rely on air brakes, this restriction effectively locks you out of the majority of trucking and bus driving jobs. In New York, failing also means a one-day waiting period and additional fees to retake.

Why air brakes matter in New York: From steep Appalachian Mountain grades to stop-and-go NYC congestion and severe winters, reliable air brakes—and qualified drivers—are essential. Major routes like I-87 (north-south through the Adirondacks), I-90 (east-west heavy truck traffic), and I-495 (NYC freight corridor) demand air brake proficiency.

New York employers requiring air brake-qualified drivers:

  • Trucking: XPO Logistics (Buffalo), Con-way Freight (Albany)
  • Charter buses: Greyhound Lines, Coach USA
  • Construction: Rock Tech Industries (RTI), Eagle Rigging and Transport
  • Agriculture: Perdue AgriBusiness, Old McDonald’s Farm/North Harbor Dairy
  • School districts: Hundreds of positions statewide for full-size bus drivers

What to expect on the official New York Air Brakes test:

  • Questions: 25 multiple-choice
  • Passing score: 80%
  • Topics covered: Air brake system components, dual air brakes, inspection procedures, braking techniques, emergency stops
  • Retake policy: 1-day waiting period + additional fee if failed

Study the official 2025 CDL manual (New York CDL Handbook 2025) and use our

practice tests to prepare.

Why our practice tests work:

  • Questions mimic the official DMV test format
  • Instant feedback on every response speeds learning
  • 30 questions covering all Air Brakes topics
  • Bonus: Also helps prepare for your skills test
Real exam-style pitfalls you’ll practice:
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Free New York Air Brakes Practice Test 2025
NY commercial driver's license
Based on official NY exam questions
Steven Litvintchouk, M.S., Chief Educational Researcher at Driving-Tests.org

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What to expect on the actual NY permit test

25

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20

correct answers to pass

80%

passing score

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