In South Carolina, your local DMV and the DMV website have information on CDL class licenses, endorsements, restrictions and more. For all the commercial driving information you need, pick up a Commercials Drivers Manual from your DMV or request that one is sent to you.

There are several requirements you must meet to secure your CDL, they include: being at least 18 years old to drive within the state, passing a medical exam according to federal guidelines and passing a written and skills test.

You may also apply the following endorsements to a CDL:

  • H - Hazardous Material (Hazmat)
  • N - Tanker Vehicle
  • P - Bus Passenger
  • S - School Bus
  • T - Double/Triple Trailers
  • X - Combination Hazmat and Tanker