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How risky getting a cdl before a class E?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by mcmanly, Dec 6, 2012.

  1. Dec 6, 2012 #1
    mcmanly

    mcmanly Light Load Member

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    Thought for ##### and giggles I might apply to some of the most major bottom feeders and would see what happens.On the extreme off chance i do get accepted into their training programs is it worth the risk?

    From what I'd imagine driving a 18 wheeler is nothing like a 4 wheeler
     
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  3. Dec 6, 2012 #2
    900,000-tons-of-steel

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    You can't. You must have a valid driver license in order to obtain a CDL.
     
    900,000-tons-of-steel, Dec 6, 2012
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  4. Dec 10, 2012 #3
    conquest738

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    I don't know what state you are from but a class E in NYS is a chauffers license. You can drive a taxi or limo. While there is no test for a class e. there is a $30 fee that you can save by going straight to a CDL A, Which is accepted by the Taxi and Limousine Commisssion. However, it would take longer to obtain an A. If a class E in your state is a 4 wheeler (our class D), then you must obtain that first, before any other license with the exception of motorcycle/moped
     
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  5. Dec 10, 2012 #4
    WitchingHour

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    Non-CDL license classification varies by state. The woman has a Class R license here in Colorado. A "normal" DL was Class D in North Carolina. I'm assuming Class E is your default in your state.
     
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  7. Dec 10, 2012 #5
    Powder Joints

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    What is a class E, what does it cover?
     
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  8. Dec 10, 2012 #6
    fortycalglock

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    Class E is a regular license in FL.
     
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  9. Dec 10, 2012 #7
    mcmanly

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    Sorry its actually called a class C in PA ,the one used to operate a four wheeler
     
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