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How to Get A CDL in Rhode Island (A Complete 2024 Guide)

How to Get A CDL in Rhode Island

So, you want to be a commercial driver in Rhode Island… That’s an excellent career choice! But before anything else, you must get your commercial driver’s license (CDL).  Yes — you must undergo a different application process, complete with knowledge exams and road tests. But don’t worry.  You don’t...

How to Get A Rhode Island Driving Record (A Complete Guide)

How to Get A Rhode Island Driving Record (A Complete Guide)

Is your auto insurance company asking for your RI driving record? Maybe it’s a potential employer… Or the court…  Or maybe you just need it for your personal use.  Whatever the case, we’ll show you how to get a Rhode Island driving record — whether online, in person, or by mail. We’ll also talk about the types...

Rhode Island Traffic Laws (10+ Laws You Need to Know About)

Rhode Island Traffic Laws (10+ Laws You Need to Know About)

Getting an RI driver’s license is the beginning of a great adventure! But never forget that there are laws to follow.  So whether you’re a new driver — or someone that wants to refresh your traffic law memory — this article is a MUST read.  Here, we’ll mention 10+ Rhode Island traffic laws that every driver should...

Rhode Island DUI Laws (All You Need to Know)

Rhode Island DUI Laws (All You Need to Know)

What is considered driving under the influence? What are the penalties? Now, each state has its own laws and penalties.  And today, we’ll focus on Rhode Island.  We’ll first look at the laws related to DUI. Then we’ll move on to the penalties.  From there, we answer a lot of commonly asked questions about...

Rhode Island Rules of the Road (How to Share the Road)

Rhode Island Rules of the Road (How to Share the Road)

Picture this: you’re going through the rush hour traffic and a bicyclist appears beside you.  What do you do? Or what about you trying to pass a large truck safely? There are so many different vehicles that we encounter on the road.  And each one needs special attention.  This is why, today, we’re going to go over...

Rhode Island Car Seat Laws + the Seat Belt Law

Rhode Island Car Seat Laws + the Seat Belt Law

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 600 child passengers died in 2020 from motor vehicle crashes. Out of these, 38% were not using any car restraint device.  The ratio might not seem very big, but that translates to 230 lives.  See how much difference using a car seat can make? This is why, as...

Rhode Island Road Signs (A Complete Guide)

Rhode Island Road Signs (A Complete Guide)

It’s so important to know the different road signs.  Why? This will help you: Pass your knowledge test Avoid an annoying traffic ticket Be a better and safer driver And because of that, we want to make sure that you know ALL the Rhode Island road signs, from roadway markings and traffic signals to the actual traffic...