New York State Driver's Manual and Practice Tests

Open and download a full PDF print version of the Driver’s Manual (80 pages, 1.6 MBs).

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Use the online version with practice tests

The online version of the manual contains Parts 1, 2 and 3 (Chapters 1 through 12) of the printed manual. Chapters 4 through 11 include material you must know to pass the DMV written test for a Class D, DJ or E learner permit. The chapters have interactive quizzes with actual test questions.

While Part 1 contains information every driver should know, this information is not covered on the permit written test.

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Pick-up or order a printed copy

Single, printed copies of DMV manuals for drivers are also available free of charge at DMV offices or by mail through the DMV Contact Center for your area code.

Bulk print order for public and private organizations

For bulk manual orders for public or private organizations, use the online DMV Manual Order transaction.

Note: Approximate metric equivalents to U.S. measures are provided for information only. New York State laws and regulations use U.S. measurements only.

The information in the manual is as accurate as possible at the time of publication, but is subject to change. This manual is intended to provide basic information and cannot possibly cover every traffic law or situation.

If you have a question about the information supplied in the manual or a situation not covered, consult a Motor Vehicle office, or write to:

Office of Communications
Department of Motor Vehicles
6 Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12228