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How to Get a Nevada CDL License

Commercial drivers in Nevada must be licensed by the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles. The DMV first issues a Nevada CDL permit when an applicant passes the initial written knowledge test. The applicant can then engage in CDL training on the roads of Nevada. After completing hands-on training, the applicant can then get a full ...

How to Get Rid of Hazardous Materials

After a good spring cleaning of the basement, garage, or shed behind your house you find that you have an old car battery, some old gasoline, a couple of used tires, some paint, antifreeze, and used motor oil. At the end of the weekend you put all the trash on the curb and head off ...

How to Get a Washington CDL License

The Washington Department of Licensing manages the driver’s license programs for commercial drivers. Individuals seeking a job as a truck or bus driver (or operator of certain other large vehicles) must first pass a knowledge and skills test to get a Washington commercial driver’s license. After passing the tests, applicants must also attend an approved ...

How to Get a South Carolina CDL License

South Carolina is a vibrant state with many opportunities for work as a commercial driver. The state, like all U.S. states, requires a commercial driver’s license to operate semis, school buses and other large vehicles. The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles does the testing and licensing for the state’s drivers. Applicants must pass both ...

How to Get an Iowa CDL License

Drivers of big rigs, school buses, passenger buses and other large commercial motor vehicles must obtain a commercial driver’s license. The Iowa Department of Transportation Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) issues CDL licenses to Iowa drivers. Applicants must first take and pass a knowledge test to get an Iowa CDL permit. After getting the permit, ...

Guide to Transferring a CDL to Ohio

A commercial driver’s license, or CDL, is required for any person operating a vehicle weighing more than 26,001 pounds, carrying hazardous materials or a vehicle carrying more than 16 passengers. If you are moving to Ohio and currently hold a valid CDL, you’ll need to transfer your CDL to Ohio as soon as you become ...

How to Obtain a Florida CDL License

The business of commercial driving has many Florida job opportunities throughout the state. Commercial drivers must have a commercial driver’s license (CDL). The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles issues these licenses. Prospective commercial drivers must first study for and pass a written CDL knowledge test. After passing that exam, applicants must then ...

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FAQ’s on the New Mexico Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Who needs a commercial driver’s license (CDL)? In the state of New Mexico, a CDL is required for any driver who operates a vehicle that: Weighs more than 26,000 pounds Has a trailer that makes the combined weight of the vehicle and trailer more than 26,000 pounds Transports more than 15 passengers Requires hazardous materials ...