Comprehensive Study Notes for Commercial Driver's License Exam

What to Take to the Driver Licensing Office

Primary and secondary identification
Current license
Safe vehicle or combination that is acceptable for the class of license with registration and insurance papers (write down the license plate number(s))
Fees for the road test and photo license and any outstanding debts
Glasses or contact lenses, if required.
Arrive 15 minutes before the appointment time.

This guide is based in part on Air Brakes from the Driver's Seat II and on material from the British Columbia Air Brake Manual.
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Driving Commercial Vehicles is not intended to take the place of professional training and ICBC does not make any representation or warranty that any individual who studies Driving Commercial Vehicles will be successful in obtaining the desired licence or endorsement.
ICBC is not responsible for any consequences that may result from the use of Driving Commercial Vehicles.
This guide reflects the law in British Columbia as of August 27, 2024.
The illustrations and explanations of various types of vehicles, vehicle components and air brake systems are provided for instructional purposes, and are not to be interpreted in any way as superseding vehicle, vehicle component, or air brake system specifications as may be required by law. Each vehicle and its air brake systems may have features and components that are different from those described in this guide.

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Inside this guide:
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- Definitions
- Fast Facts
- Driving tips
- What you’ll learn sections
- Review questions
Licence study chart
Chapter 1: Getting Your Driver’s Licence
Chapter 2: Heavy Vehicle Braking
Chapter 3: Basic Driving Skills
Chapter 4: Fuel-Efficient Driving
Chapter 5: Skills for Driving Trucks and Trailers
Chapter 6: Skills for Driving Buses, Taxis, Limousines and Ride-Hailing Vehicles
Chapter 7: Hours of Service Requirements
Chapter 8: Air Brakes
Chapter 9: Air Brake Adjustment
Chapter 10: Vehicle and Air Brake Pre-Trip Inspections
Chapter 11: Signs, Signals and Road Markings
Chapter 12: Industrial Roads
Chapter 13: For More Information