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Which CDL endorsement needs both a knowledge test and a skills test?

Passenger (P), along with School bus (S).

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  1. Tank vehicle (N)
  2. Passenger (P) ✔
  3. Hazardous materials (H)

Why: Passenger and school bus endorsements need a knowledge test and a road skills test. Tank, hazmat and doubles/triples need only a knowledge test.

Huh, didn't know that: The hazmat endorsement also needs a TSA background check with fingerprints.

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Answer: Passenger (P). Passenger and school bus endorsements need a knowledge test and a road skills test. Tank, hazmat and doubles/triples need only a knowledge test.

  1. California Commercial Driver Handbook (DMV) www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/file/california-commercial-driver-handbook-pdf
    must pass skills tests in a passenger vehicle.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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