From the Cab Blog
Practical strategies from an active CDL holder on passing the CDL General Knowledge test first time. What to study, what trips people up, an...
Must ReadSome CDL skills test errors don't just cost points — they end the test immediately. An active CDL holder breaks down exactly what qualifies ...
Common MistakesAir brake lag time, HazMat placard thresholds, pre-trip sequence, stopping distances. The specific CDL test questions that trip up the most ...
California CDLWhat actually happens when you go to the California DMV for your CDL knowledge tests. Appointment booking, what to bring, test format, how l...
EndorsementsPedro Marin holds an active HazMat endorsement. Here's an honest breakdown of what it costs, how long it takes, the TSA background check pro...
EndorsementsReal salary data on CDL tanker drivers vs. dry van. What the tanker endorsement test covers, how hard it is, and whether the pay premium jus...
Getting StartedRealistic CDL timeline from application to license. How long each step actually takes — ELDT, CLP, skills training, and the skills test — br...
EndorsementsAir brakes explained clearly for CDL applicants. How the system works, what the test covers, the most missed questions, and why the knowledg...
Getting StartedClear breakdown of CDL Class A vs Class B — what vehicles each covers, what the tests involve, salary differences, and how to decide which t...
Getting StartedEntry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) is now required for most new CDL applicants. Clear explanation of what it is, who needs it, how to comple...
Skills TestThe CDL pre-trip inspection sequence explained step by step. What you're checking, in what order, what constitutes a defect, and how to prep...
From the CabWhat's different about driving with a CDL vs. a regular license — the rules, the responsibilities, the consequences for violations, and what...