Tennessee CDL Requirements

To obtain your CDL in Tennessee, individuals are subjected to the state and federal requirements and knowledge tests. Persons must be at least 21 years old, unless you're operating intrastate and within 100 miles of you job.

In addition to passing a knowledge exam, individuals must also pass a driving test and a physical exam. The medical report contains that each driver should pass the following:

• Hearing test
• Vision test
• Chemical/drug test
• Blood pressure and pulse rate

The following operators are exempt from obtaining a CDL:

• Military personnel
• Recreational vehicle operators
• Emergency vehicle operators
• Farmers and nurserymen who drive only within 150 miles of the farm or nursery
• Those who operate vehicles only to transport personal property

There are some fees associated with obtaining a CDL, which are:

• Class PA: $14 (issued for one year)
• Class PB or PC: $13 (issued for one year)
• Class A: $46 (based on five years, license issued for three to seven years)
• Class B or C: $41 (based on five years, license issued for three to seven years)
• Endorsements: $2.50 each)

For more information, go to Tennessee DMV CDL page or find a truck driving school in Tennessee for CDL Training!

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