Rhode Island CDL Practice Test 2026 & Rhode Island DMV Rules
Prepare for your commercial driver's license with the official Rhode Island exam curriculum. TruckerPass combines the 985 federal FMCSA questions with Rhode Island-specific commercial vehicle limits, air brake testing, and the 2026 Modernized Pre-Trip inspection.
Rhode Island Bridge Weight Restrictions & Coastal Corridors
- Washington Bridge and historic Providence viaducts enforce strict axle load monitoring and weight restrictions.
- Commercial vehicles ≥ 26,000 lbs must observe right-lane travel restrictions through the I-95 Providence corridor.
- Rhode Island State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Section conducts frequent Level I mechanical inspections.
- Rhode Island DMV requires an 80% passing score on the 50-question knowledge test.
Official Rhode Island Test Format
- Licensing Agency: Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
- 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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