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Original questions based on the latest South CarolinaSC CDL Handbook Expert-reviewed by S. Litvintchouk, M.S. (MIT), Chief Educational Researcher

Free South Carolina Passenger (P) Endorsement Practice Test 2026

Avg. pass rate on our SC tests: 59%.
Average pass rate for this test: 53%.
Hard
6 min
Score distribution:
90-100=>14%
80-89=>20%
70-79=>18%
60-69=>25%
<60%=>24%
Avg. first-try score: 60%
Perfect for:
First-time and renewal CDL/CLP applicants

Passenger vehicle drivers are in demand across South Carolina. From Charleston’s tourism industry to Columbia’s transit system, drivers with the Passenger (P) endorsement have access to steady employment with public transit agencies, charter bus companies, and private transportation providers. Major routes like I-95, I-26, and I-85 connect population centers where passenger transport is essential.

What the P endorsement allows: You can operate any vehicle designed to carry 16 or more passengers, including the driver. This includes transit buses, charter coaches, shuttle buses, and large passenger vans. Without this endorsement, you cannot legally transport passengers in these vehicles—limiting your job options significantly.

South Carolina employers hiring Passenger-endorsed drivers:

  • CARTA (Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority)
  • The COMET (Columbia transit system)
  • Greenville Transit Authority
  • Charter companies: Academy Bus, Southeastern Stages
  • Tourism shuttles: Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head resort transport

What to expect for the South Carolina Passenger endorsement:

  • Knowledge test: 20 multiple-choice questions, 80% to pass
  • Skills test: Road test in a passenger vehicle (required)
  • Topics covered: Driving safely, transporting passengers safely, vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control
  • Applies to: Class A, B, or C CDL

Two-step process to get your P endorsement:

  1. Pass the Passenger knowledge test at the DMV
  2. Pass the road skills test in a passenger-carrying vehicle

Study the official 2026 CDL manual (South Carolina CDL Handbook 2026) and our CDL Passenger guide for complete requirements.

Why our practice tests work:

  • 20 questions covering all Passenger endorsement topics
  • Instant feedback with detailed explanations for every answer
  • Interactive format—more effective than reading a study guide alone
  • Unlimited attempts to build confidence before test day
Free South Carolina Passenger (P) Endorsement Practice Test 2026
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Reviewed for legal and handbook accuracy

Steven Litvintchouk

M.S. (MIT, Columbia), Chief Educational Researcher. ACES member (Society for Editing). Verifies all 50 state tests against official handbooks weekly.

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 South Carolina DMV changes its handbook or website information. Official sources we check: 

Real users who passed the exam first try

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More CDL test resources

  1. Passenger Vehicles Test 1 (you are here)
  2. Passenger Vehicles Test 2

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