West Virginia CDL Practice Test
Free practice questions for the West Virginia commercial driver license written exams — general knowledge, air brakes, combination vehicles, and every endorsement.
West Virginia's permit test represents an important gateway to licensed driving in the Mountain State. The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles administers a focused 25-question written knowledge exam that evaluates your understanding of state traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. A major advantage for West Virginia applicants is the availability of the KnowTo Drive online knowledge testing platform, which allows you to take your permit exam from home using any desktop or laptop computer with a camera. This innovative approach eliminates the need to travel to a DMV office and wait for an appointment. The test covers material from the West Virginia Driver's Handbook and includes questions about alcohol and drug awareness, a critical safety focus for the state. With 25 questions and a 76% passing score requirement, West Virginia's permit test is more concise than many states, yet still comprehensive in evaluating driver readiness. Whether you choose to test online from home or in person at a DMV location, understanding the content and format will help you pass confidently.
About this section of the West Virginia test
West Virginia Commercial Driver's License applicants must pass knowledge tests for their chosen class and any endorsements. The CDL general knowledge test, air brakes test, combination vehicles test, and endorsement-specific tests (Hazmat, tanker, passenger, school bus) each have separate requirements. While some limited Spanish assistance may be available through interpreters, most CDL tests are administered in English. Applicants may use their own interpreter, provided the interpreter is at least 18 years old and is not a family member or friend. CDL applicants must study the West Virginia CDL Manual extensively.
Start practicing
Open the West Virginia practice test — pick car, motorcycle, or CDL, then drill quick quizzes or full simulated exams.
Read the source manual
Browse the official West Virginia driver manual — every practice question deep-links to the page that explains the rule.
Frequently asked questions
- How many questions are on the West Virginia permit test?
- The West Virginia written knowledge test consists of 25 multiple-choice questions covering traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices from the West Virginia Driver's Handbook.
- What's the passing score for the West Virginia written test?
- You must answer at least 19 of the 25 questions correctly to pass, which equals a 76% passing score.
- How much does the West Virginia written knowledge test cost?
- Each permit test attempt costs $13.50. This fee applies whether you test online through KnowTo Drive or in person at a DMV office.
- How old do I have to be to take the West Virginia permit test?
- You must be at least 15 years old to apply for a learner's permit in West Virginia. For a motorcycle instruction permit, you must be at least 16 years old (and preferably have obtained a Level Two intermediate or Class E license first if you're under 18).
- Can I take the West Virginia DMV test in Spanish or other languages?
- Yes, West Virginia's online KnowTo Drive platform offers the test in Spanish with audio assistance available. For in-person testing, limited translation services may be available; however, you may bring your own interpreter (at least 18 years old, not a family member or friend) if needed.
- How many times can I retake the West Virginia written test?
- You can retake the West Virginia permit test as many times as needed. However, you must wait 7 days after a failed attempt before taking the test again, and each attempt costs $13.50.
- Is the West Virginia permit test online or in person?
- West Virginia offers both options. The convenient KnowTo Drive online platform allows you to test from home on any desktop or laptop computer anytime. Alternatively, you can schedule an in-person appointment at a DMV office to take the computer-based test.
- What documents do I need to bring to the West Virginia DMV?
- Bring proof of identity (birth certificate or passport), your Social Security card, and two proofs of residence (such as a utility bill or bank statement). If testing online, you'll need a computer with a camera and internet connection. If testing in person at the DMV, bring these documents to complete the permit application process.
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