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Motor Vehicles



Road Test - Vehicle Requirements

The vehicle used to take the test must:

  • Have a current registration from any state.
  • Have a motor vehicle liability insurance card or the policy (copies unacceptable). The card/policy must identify the vehicle and include the expiration date.
  • Display a valid inspection sticker (if required in the state where the vehicle is registered).
  • Display a front and rear license tag (if required in the state where the vehicle is registered).
  • Have properly functioning brake lights, signals, horn, and a hand emergency brake located between the seats. In lieu of a hand emergency brake located between the seats, the vehicle may have a second steering wheel and/or brake located on the passenger side or any other emergency safety device that is in easy reach of the Road Test Examiner.
  • Have driver's side windows that roll down.
  • Have a windshield providing an unobstructed field of vision.
  • Have two rear view mirrors (one must be on the outside of the left side of your vehicle).
  • Rental vehicles are allowed for road tests only if the person taking the test is listed on the rental contract as an approved driver of the rental vehicle.