DOT Driver Handbook in Wyoming

SUMMARY: Wyoming Driver Handbooks

In Wyoming, the Department of Transportation (DOT) provides online resources to help you become a safer driver, including the WY driver's license manual, commercial driver's license manual, and motorcycle manual. You can read about Wyoming traffic and vehicle laws in the Vehicle Code.

This page contains links to the various drivers manuals and DMV handbooks available online from the WY DOT.

NOTE: If you have any questions about any sections of the driving manuals, call (307) 777-4800.

Wyoming Driver's License Manual

To learn how to operate your vehicle safely and pass your WY driver's license exams, you'll need to study the Wyoming drivers manual: Wyoming Rules of the Road (REV 2016). Topics covered in this DMV handbook include:

  • Wyoming traffic laws.
  • Safety laws.
  • How to apply for your WY driver's license.
  • Vision, written, and skills tests.
  • Vehicle titling and registration.
  • Driver's license revocations and suspensions.
  • How to read traffic signs, signals, and road markings.
  • Vehicle collisions.
Don't Forget an Online Practice Test!

The Wyoming driving handbook is a great place to start when preparing for the written exam. Another excellent suggestion is to prepare with an online practice test from our state-approved partner. Multiple-choice questions and unlimited retakes means you can study as much as you need and target the areas where you need the most studying!

Motorcycle License Manual

Before applying for a WY motorcycle license, be sure to study the Wyoming Rules of the Road for Motorcyclists (REV 2015). The motorcycle DMV driver's handbook covers various topics, such as:

  • Getting your motorcycle license in Wyoming.
  • WY motorcycle written and skills tests.
  • Wearing the right gear.
  • Traffic and warning signs.
  • Basic vehicle control.
  • Group riding.
  • Sharing the road with other vehicles and bicyclists.

After reading the motorcycle driving manual, you may also find it helpful to take a Wyoming motorcycle practice test.

Commercial Driver's License Manual

Before applying for a commercial driver's license (CDL) in Wyoming, you'll need to study the Wyoming Driver's License Manual for Commercial and Heavy Vehicles (REV 2015).

In addition to teaching you how to apply for your WY CDL, the CDL driver's manual includes information about:

  • Transporting cargo and passengers.
  • Transporting hazardous materials.
  • Air brakes.
  • Pre-trip vehicle inspections.
  • Towing trailers.
  • Tank vehicles.
  • School buses.

Reading the CDL driving handbook will help you to pass both your written and driving skills exam, which are both required to obtain your WY CDL.

Within each section of the CDL DMV handbook, you'll find practice questions to test your knowledge. For additional preparation, take an online Wyoming CDL practice test.

WY Vehicle Code

In addition to the DMV handbook and drivers manuals, you can find more driving information through other sources.

Browse through the WY Vehicle Code to read about the laws related to driver's licenses, vehicles, and traffic violations in Wyoming.

This may come in handy if you've recently received a traffic ticket and wish to fight the charge in court. For information on how to respond to a traffic citation, visit ourTraffic Tickets in Wyoming page.

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