Driver Handbook in Montana

Driver License Manual

The State's Motor Vehicle Division, in conjunction with the Department of Justice, makes every effort to assist you in qualifying for a driver's license by making Montana's official driver license manual readily available.

If you're feeling computer savvy, you can easily download the manual via PDF format in a matter of seconds. Or, if you're more the traditional type, you can pick one up at any statewide driver exam station.

This 72-page primer sheds light on all driving topics including:

• Registration procedures.

• Road sign identification.

• Adjusting speeds on slippery roads.

• Proper parking techniques.

• Driving through construction zones.

• The dangers and consequences of drinking and driving.

The Motor Vehicle Division recently made available an adapted, illustrated version of the manual. You can download this version in its entirety, or download each chapter separately.

Commercial Driver License Manual

The folks at the Motor Vehicle Division} also offer a commercial driver license manual. This, too, can be downloaded in a PDF format or found at any statewide {IDMV Office Finder{}driver exam station}. If you decide to print it out, have plenty of paper ready because this manual tops out more than 160 pages.

In terms of information, this manual rates as must-have. All commercial driving topics are covered:

• Night driving procedures.

• Matching speeds to road conditions.

• The dangers of road rage.

• Proper braking techniques.

• Transporting hazardous materials.

• Inspecting doubles and triples.

• Registration and testing information.

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