Tractor & trailer
Class A
Gather the tractor and trailer weight ratings, transmission type and brake equipment. Ask about a white Freightliner day cab and pup trailer for self-directed familiarization or a DPS skills test.
Ask about this vehicle →Houston CDL Training / Vehicle guide
Texas Gulf CoastVehicle guide
Looking at Houston freight or container work? Match your CDL plan to the tractor and trailer you expect to drive.
Straight truck
Class B
Describe the straight truck you expect to drive. Ask about the Freightliner M2-106 box truck and whether its equipment matches your intended test.
Ask about this vehicle →Passenger bus
Passenger
Ask which passenger bus is available and tell the office its intended use. Confirm the class and passenger endorsement on your permit before arranging bus time.
Ask about this vehicle →School bus endorsement
School bus
Bring the school district’s vehicle description and your permit details. Ask about school-bus inspection and a suitable bus for the test you have scheduled.
Ask about this vehicle →Houston planning note
Before you choose a container-hauling job
Port Houston operates container terminals, but the equipment, access credentials and hiring requirements come from the specific operator. Ask the carrier what transmission and endorsements it requires. Use that information to choose your test vehicle and discuss prior tractor-trailer experience.