NV DMV Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield NV DMV facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. What is the Smith System's first principle of defensive driving? → Aim high in steering — look far down the road, not just at the vehicle ahead
2. Under Nevada law, what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level is considered per se DUI for drivers under age 21? → 0.02%
3. When parking downhill with no curb, which direction should your front wheels face? → Toward the right edge of the road
4. Nevada law requires you to turn on your headlights when visibility is reduced to less than: → 500 feet
5. When a tire blows out at highway speed, the correct defensive response is to: → Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and steer straight as speed drops
6. When driving in heavy rain, your tires can ride on a thin layer of water and lose contact with the road. This is called: → Hydroplaning
7. What is uninsured motorist coverage? → Coverage that pays for your injuries when the at-fault driver has no insurance
8. At what age must drivers typically begin renewing their license more frequently or taking additional tests? → Requirements vary by state, but many increase scrutiny for drivers 65-75 and older
9. How many total hours of supervised driving practice must a Nevada teen complete before taking the skills test? → 50 hours including 10 at night
10. When driving on a Nevada highway at 65 mph, your following distance should be at least: → 3 seconds
11. If a driver is convicted of driving without insurance a second time within 5 years in Nevada, the fine can be up to: → $1,000
12. A solid yellow line on the left side of a Nevada driver's lane means: → No passing in your direction
13. During the first 6 months of a Nevada provisional license, how many non-family passengers under 18 may the driver carry unaccompanied? → None
14. A pedestrian is crossing mid-block (not at a crosswalk) in front of your vehicle. What should a defensive driver do? → Slow down and be prepared to stop, yielding if necessary
15. When should a driver use a turnout lane or pull-off area in Nevada? → To allow faster vehicles behind you to pass when five or more are following
16. What odometer disclosure rule applies when transferring a Nevada vehicle title? → Disclosure is required for vehicles that are less than 10 years old
17. What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers 21 and older in Nevada? → 0.08%
18. A Nevada driver with a suspended license due to DUI is caught driving. This results in: → Misdemeanor charge and extended suspension
19. When approaching a flagger in a highway construction zone, you are legally required to: → Obey their signals exactly as you would obey a traffic signal or sign
20. Which CDL endorsement allows a Nevada driver to pull double or triple trailers? → Endorsement T
21. If a Nevada driver fails to appear in court for a traffic citation, the DMV will typically: → Suspend the driver's license until the matter is resolved
22. Which of the following is a mandatory requirement following a DUI conviction in Nevada? → Attendance at a DUI school or treatment program
23. A Nevada driver applying for a school bus (S) CDL endorsement must first hold which other endorsement? → P (Passenger)
24. What does an 'E' restriction on a Nevada driver's license indicate? → Automatic transmission vehicles only
25. How close to a fire hydrant may you legally park in Nevada? → 15 feet
26. What must a Nevada vehicle owner do if they move to a different county within the state? → Update their address with the DMV within 10 days and receive a new registration card
27. If you must drive during a severe thunderstorm in Nevada, which hazard should you watch for besides reduced visibility? → Flash flooding in washes and low-lying areas
28. When merging onto a Nevada freeway, a driver should: → Match the speed of freeway traffic before merging
29. What is the purpose of the “GDL” (Graduated Driver License) program in Nevada? → To gradually introduce driving privileges to new drivers through a phased approach
30. In Nevada, when must you use your headlights? → From sunset to sunrise and any time visibility is less than 1,000 feet