Latest Pennsylvania guides
Pennsylvania Road Signs Test: Signs You Must Know
Pennsylvania's Car knowledge test includes traffic signs from the official Driver's Manual.
Pennsylvania Permit Test Cheat Sheet: Key Numbers to Memorize
For the Pennsylvania Car permit test, remember 18 questions and 15 correct answers to pass.
How to Pass the Pennsylvania Permit Test on the First Try
To pass the Pennsylvania permit test, learn the driver's manual well enough to answer 15 of 18 questions correctly.
Moving to Pennsylvania? How to Transfer an Out-of-State License
New Pennsylvania residents must transfer an out-of-state noncommercial driver's license within 60 days.
Pennsylvania Teen Driver Rules (GDL): Permit → Provisional → Full License
Pennsylvania teens can start a Car permit at 16, then must wait six months and complete 65 supervised hours before the road test.
Getting Your License
Moving to Pennsylvania? How to Transfer an Out-of-State License
New Pennsylvania residents must transfer an out-of-state noncommercial driver's license within 60 days.
Pennsylvania Teen Driver Rules (GDL): Permit → Provisional → Full License
Pennsylvania teens can start a Car permit at 16, then must wait six months and complete 65 supervised hours before the road test.
Pennsylvania Learner’s Permit: Age, Documents & Fees
You can apply for a Pennsylvania Car learner's permit at 16.
How to Get a Driver’s License in Pennsylvania: Step-by-Step
To get your first Pennsylvania driver's license, start at age 16 with a medical application, vision screening, and knowledge test.
How to Get a Motorcycle License in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania issues a Class M license for motorcycle riding.
How to Get a CDL in Pennsylvania: Class A, B & C
To get a Pennsylvania CDL, hold a Pennsylvania driver's license, apply for the appropriate commercial class, pass the required knowledge tests, and receive a commercial learner's permit.
Written Test
Pennsylvania Permit Test Cheat Sheet: Key Numbers to Memorize
For the Pennsylvania Car permit test, remember 18 questions and 15 correct answers to pass.
How to Pass the Pennsylvania Permit Test on the First Try
To pass the Pennsylvania permit test, learn the driver's manual well enough to answer 15 of 18 questions correctly.
Pennsylvania CDL General Knowledge Test: What to Expect
Pennsylvania CDL applicants must pass the knowledge examinations required for their commercial class, with at least 80% correct on each required test.
Pennsylvania Motorcycle Permit Test: Questions & Passing Score
PennDOT's Pennsylvania motorcycle knowledge test has 20 questions.
Failed the Pennsylvania Permit Test? Retake Rules & Waiting Period
If you fail Pennsylvania's Car knowledge test, you can try again the next business day.
Pennsylvania DMV Written Test 2026: Questions, Passing Score & What to Expect
The Pennsylvania DMV written test is PennDOT's Car knowledge exam: 18 multiple-choice questions, with 15 correct answers needed to pass.
Road Signs
Rules of the Road
Pennsylvania Right-of-Way Rules
In Pennsylvania, signs and signals control priority, left-turning drivers yield to conflicting oncoming traffic, and drivers must protect pedestrians.
Pennsylvania DUI Laws & BAC Limits
Pennsylvania's ordinary adult DUI BAC threshold is 0.08%, and the under-21 alcohol threshold is 0.02%.
Pennsylvania Speed Limits Explained
Pennsylvania's maximum posted speed is 70 mph on designated freeways.
Road Test
Pennsylvania Road Test Checklist: What to Bring & What’s Tested
For the Pennsylvania road test, bring your valid permit, an eligible accompanying driver's license, and the test vehicle's current registration and insurance.
Common Pennsylvania Road Test Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
PennDOT evaluates safe control, observation, traffic-law compliance, and the required maneuvers on the Pennsylvania road test.