Department of motor vehicles district of columbia driving manual

Thinking and Deciding 3. It takes much more time and distance for a truck to stop. Remember: Ramps and bridges freeze first before highways and roads.

Also, plowed roads may refreeze at night or have icy patches from the daylight thawing of snow. Four-wheel drive vehicles slide on ice and snow too. Resist the temptation to take your foot off the brake when ABS is engaged. Maintain constant pressure on the brake pedal. Drivers should be aware that removing steady pressure from the brake pedal or pumping the brakes will disengage or turn off the ABS.

CDL suspensions. Air brakes. School buses. Inspection Handbooks The D. DMV also offers inspection manuals online for: Passenger vehicles and light trucks. Trucks, buses, and trailers. Vehicle Code in D. Other driver resources are available, besides the DMV handbooks and driving manuals. Vehicle registration. Road safety.

Traffic violations. On This Page. All those who are thinking of becoming drivers in the District, planning on driving to and in the District are strongly advised to read these manuals. Available in multiple languages in addition to English, the Automobile Driver Manual is divided into the following sections:. Safe driving is a continuing process and safe driving tips, skills and techniques can by learned by all.