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How hard is the CDL driving test?

I was thinking about becoming a truck driver because I got laid off during the pandemic. However, I’ve never driven a big rig before and I’m a little concerned about hard it is. How difficult is the CDL driving test?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Like any other type of test, the difficulty of the CDL driving test is in the eye of the beholder, but around 95% of drivers pass the CDL test the first time around.
That said, some drivers are more naturally gifted, while others struggle. You can improve your chances of passing the CDL driving test and becoming
a safe driver
by:
  • Studying
  • Taking lessons
  • Asking questions
  • Going to trucking school
Once you pass your test, you have the choice of becoming an independent truck driver or working for a company. Both have their advantages. But if you go solo, just make sure to compare truck insurance rates through the
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