Automatic Restriction
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I believe in most states you'd only have to take the road test portion of the hands-on testing - you're all done with the pre-trip and backing maneuvers.
Cody, does your CDL license say auto only? When I drove for Schneider that restriction was at the company's discretion, Personally, I will only drive an auto-mated truck. So much easier and less stress.
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
Yes I have an automatic restriction on my physical license, I am just wondering if I’m allowed to train in a manual with my current cdl that has an auto restriction. Basically to me it seems like once you have the auto restriction you’re not allowed to operate a manual trans, meaning I’m not allowed to train in one even with a licensed driver who doesn’t have a auto restriction. It’s kind of a grey area I feel like, not many clear answers on the internet and anyone I’ve called can’t seem to answer my question.
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
Yes, you are allowed to train in a manual, provided you have a licensed manual instructor with you.
It's no different than if you were a fresh green student with a permit. Why would it be different for you, a CDL holder? Don't overthink it.
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
Turtle, I was kind of thinking that, I totally see what you’re saying. I am entirely over thinking it I just want to make sure no one gets in trouble and everything is done properly and legally. I appreciate the input!
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Im in need of some enlightenment, as my future employer does not know the answer either. Im starting a new job soon and have my cdl already, however their trucks are manual only. I was wanting to get my auto restriction taken off anyways, so it’s a good deal for me, they’re willing to teach me how to do everything. The question I'm having is because I already have an auto restriction, would I have to retake my written permit test to be able to train with someone on a manual trans? I can’t seem to find anything online and no one really has an answer for me. Im in Michigan, as I know some states are different, so do with info what you will.
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles: