CDL vocab Crossword

he maximum allowable operating weight for a vehicle according to its manufacturer is known as the gross vehicle weight rating
short for hazardous materials—these are defined by the federal government as potentially dangerous cargo
the transportation of goods across state lines. Interstate commerce is regulated by the federal government.
is the transportation of goods within your state of license only. Rules and regulations for intrastate commerce may differ from interstate commerce depending on the state.
The goods being pulled by the driver in a commercial motor vehicle are sometimes referred to as the load.
is a division within the Department of Transportation that helps to create safety measures for commercial motor vehicles.
When a tractor pulls two trailers at the same time, it is commonly referred to as a double.
is the executive branch of the U.S. government responsible for regulation of air, road, and railroad safety.
and is an initiative created by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to improve safety of commercial motor vehicles.
when one or more vehicles is being towed by a larger one. Tractor trailers, double trailers, and triple trailers are considered combination vehicles.
is a requirement for all drivers who intend to operate a commercial motor vehicle
This is basically another way of referring to the car or truck you are driving for your job.
This is basically another way of referring to the car or truck you are driving for your job.