Minnesota CDL Practice Test 2026 & Minnesota DVS Rules
Prepare for your commercial driver's license with the official Minnesota exam curriculum. TruckerPass combines the 985 federal FMCSA questions with Minnesota-specific commercial vehicle limits, air brake testing, and the 2026 Modernized Pre-Trip inspection.
Minnesota Winter Sub-Zero Diesel & Spring Load Limits
- Winter operating temperatures plunging to -30°F mandate fuel treatment anti-gel, block heaters, and moisture-purged air tanks.
- Minnesota Spring Load Restrictions (SLR) are legally tracked by zone and enforce significant axle weight reductions.
- Commercial vehicles must maintain 500 feet minimum following distance from snowplows displaying flashing white and amber lights.
- Minnesota DVS requires an 80% passing score on the 50-question knowledge test.
Official Minnesota Test Format
- Licensing Agency: Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS)
- General Knowledge: 50 questions, 80% to pass (at least 40 correct).
- Air Brakes Endorsement: 25 questions, 80% to pass (required for air-equipped rigs).
- Combination Vehicles: 20 questions, 80% to pass (Class A tractor-trailers).
- Modernized Pre-Trip Inspection: 4-Zone component walkaround + 4-Step air brake test.
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