Being prepared for any license class is key for anyone ready to make the move of being a licensed driver. Let’s review the handbooks available for anyone applying for a driver’s license.
The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) strongly recommends studying the relevant handbook(s) before getting behind the wheel, and so do we at Trubicars.
Required Reading for Driver’s Licence Applicants
The MTO driver’s handbooks are a big step for completing written knowledge tests at the DriveTest Centre, for both new and experienced drivers.
Handbooks can be purchased at DriveTest Centres or authorized retailers across the province. The MTO website does have partial versions, but not the complete version.
The Official MTO Driver’s Handbook
This official driver’s handbook includes information for driving Cars, Vans, and Small Trucks and includes Off-Road Vehicles and Trailers.
Learning to drive for the first time can be overwhelming with everything you must do. Since you must adapt to Ontario’s road rules and study for a knowledge test, this book is for you. It includes descriptions of the Highway Traffic Act (HTA), traffic sign meanings, safe driving practices, and details on how to get and keep your driver’s license. Published by the Government of Ontario, it is the official handbook you need to study to allow you knowledge of drivers of cars, vans, or small trucks.
The cost of the printed handbook is approximately $16.00, but keep in mind an online version of the Driver’s Handbook is on the MTO website.
The Official MTO Motorcycle Handbook
Includes Mopeds, Scooters, and Three-Wheeled Motorcycles
If you’re interested in a motorcycle license, you will need this book for the knowledge test. This handbook, used along with The Official Driver’s Handbook, acts as a guide to safe riding practices and Ontario’s laws regarding motorcycles. Published by the Ontario Government, it is the only official handbook for motorcycle drivers.
The cost of the printed handbook is approximately $16.00, but keep in mind an online version of the Motorcycle Handbook is on the MTO website.
The Official MTO Truck Handbook
This handbook includes information for driving Tractor-Trailers, Dump Trucks, Cement Trucks, Garbage Trucks, Fire Trucks, and Straight Trucks.
If you are applying for a commercial license involving an A-Class or a D Class driver’s license, this book is what you need. Using this handbook, along with The Official MTO Driver’s Handbook, will provide the information you need during the road test, and explain what is expected of you. Published by the Ontario Government, it is the official handbook for truck drivers.
The cost of the printed handbook is approximately $20.00, but an online version of the Truck Handbook is on the MTO website.
The Official MTO Bus Handbook
Includes School Buses, Commercial Passenger Buses, and Ambulances
If you want to apply for a license to operate a school bus, commercial passenger bus, or ambulance, this is the book for you. The Official MTO Bus Handbook needs to be used with The Official Driver’s Handbook and the Official MTO Truck Handbook. Each handbook will provide the information you need to qualify for the following class of driver’s license: B, C, E, or F. Published by the Ontario Government and it’s the only official handbook for bus and ambulance drivers.
The cost of the printed handbook is roughly $20.00, but keep in mind there is an online version of the Bus Handbook on the MTO website.
The Official MTO Air Brake Handbook
Accompanies The Official MTO Truck Handbook or The Official MTO Bus Handbook
If you plan to add the Z endorsement to operate a vehicle equipped with air brakes, this handbook is what you need. This official handbook will provide the information you need when applying for an air brake (Z) endorsement on your commercial driver’s license. This handbook is published by the Ontario Government and is the only official handbook for drivers adding air brake endorsement.
The cost of the printed handbook is roughly $20.00, but keep in mind there is an online version of the Air Brake Handbook on the MTO website.
Let Trubicars help you reach your goal of getting your driver’s license, regardless of the type of vehicle you want to be driving. Visit the Trubicars website to find out more information!
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