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New Mexico CDL Practice Test
Free CDL practice tests for New Mexico — the same topics covered on the official New Mexico MVD knowledge exam. New Mexico uses third-party CDL skills testers. The state has oil and gas industry trucking jobs in high demand.
New Mexico CDL Requirements
Minimum Age18 (intrastate), 21 (interstate)
CLP Wait Period14 days (federal minimum)
Test Fees$18–$40 (estimated — verify with New Mexico MVD)
Licensing AgencyNew Mexico MVD ↗
CDL ManualDownload NM CDL Manual ↗
What the New Mexico CDL Knowledge Tests Cover
The CDL knowledge tests in New Mexicofollow federal FMCSA standards, so the core topics are the same in every state. You'll be tested on:
- ✓General Knowledge — Required for every CDL applicant — covers vehicle inspection, driving safely, transporting cargo, and basic HazMat rules. 50 questions, 80% to pass.
- ✓Air Brakes — Required to drive vehicles with air brakes. Skip this and you get the L restriction. 25 questions, 80% to pass.
- ✓Combination Vehicles — Required for Class A CDL — covers coupling, uncoupling, anti-jackknife, and trailer handling.
- ✓HazMat (H Endorsement) — Required to transport hazardous materials that need placarding. Includes TSA background check.
- ✓Tanker (N Endorsement) — Required for liquid/gas tank vehicles of 1,000 gallons or more.
- ✓Passenger (P Endorsement) — Required to drive buses carrying 16+ passengers.
- ✓Doubles/Triples (T Endorsement) — Required to pull double or triple trailer combinations.
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Requirements, fees, and procedures can change. Always verify current information directly with the New Mexico MVD before applying. CDLPrepKit is not affiliated with any state DMV or FMCSA.