New York Requirements for Commercial Drivers

• Category: New York Statewide - Department of Motor Vehicles
• State: New York
• Control #: NY-MV-2CDL
• Format: PDF

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Requirements for Commercial Drivers New York has specific requirements for commercial drivers. These requirements are set by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. In order to operate a commercial vehicle in the state of New York, all drivers must first obtain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL). The CDL is required for any vehicle that is over 26,001 pounds, used for public transportation, or has a capacity of 16 or more passengers. To apply for a CDL, applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a valid New York State driver’s license. Applicants will also need to submit medical certification, proof of identity, and proof of residency. In addition, applicants must pass a written test, a vision screening, and a road skills test. The written test covers topics such as vehicle control, speed control, and lane changing. The vision screening requires applicants to pass a 20/40 vision test with or without corrective lenses. The road skills test requires applicants to demonstrate their knowledge of the vehicle and the ability to safely operate it. New York also has different CDL classes for different types of vehicles. The classes are A, B, and C. Class A is for vehicles that weigh more than 26,001 pounds and pull a trailer over 10,000 pounds. Class B is for vehicles that weigh more than 26,001 pounds but do not pull a trailer. Class C is for vehicles that weigh less than 26,001 pounds but transport hazardous materials or carry more than 16 passengers. Drivers must also meet certain medical requirements and obtain a medical certificate from a licensed medical examiner. They must also complete a commercial driver's license application, provide proof of identity and residency, and submit a fee. In addition, commercial drivers must comply with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, which include drug and alcohol testing, hours of service, and vehicle maintenance.

New York has specific requirements for commercial drivers. These requirements are set by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. In order to operate a commercial vehicle in the state of New York, all drivers must first obtain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL). The CDL is required for any vehicle that is over 26,001 pounds, used for public transportation, or has a capacity of 16 or more passengers. To apply for a CDL, applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a valid New York State driver’s license. Applicants will also need to submit medical certification, proof of identity, and proof of residency. In addition, applicants must pass a written test, a vision screening, and a road skills test. The written test covers topics such as vehicle control, speed control, and lane changing. The vision screening requires applicants to pass a 20/40 vision test with or without corrective lenses. The road skills test requires applicants to demonstrate their knowledge of the vehicle and the ability to safely operate it. New York also has different CDL classes for different types of vehicles. The classes are A, B, and C. Class A is for vehicles that weigh more than 26,001 pounds and pull a trailer over 10,000 pounds. Class B is for vehicles that weigh more than 26,001 pounds but do not pull a trailer. Class C is for vehicles that weigh less than 26,001 pounds but transport hazardous materials or carry more than 16 passengers. Drivers must also meet certain medical requirements and obtain a medical certificate from a licensed medical examiner. They must also complete a commercial driver's license application, provide proof of identity and residency, and submit a fee. In addition, commercial drivers must comply with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, which include drug and alcohol testing, hours of service, and vehicle maintenance.