OR DMV Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield OR 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 minimum tread depth required for tires in Oregon? → 2/32 inch
2. In Oregon, when must you yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk? → At all crosswalks, whether marked or unmarked, when a pedestrian is present
3. In Oregon, a pennant-shaped sign means: → No passing zone
4. What does a white-painted curb indicate in Oregon? → Passenger loading and unloading only
5. What does a T-intersection symbol on a sign warn you of? → The road you are on ends and you must turn left or right
6. When an emergency vehicle with lights and sirens approaches in Oregon, you must: → Pull over to the right edge of the road and stop until the emergency vehicle passes
7. At night on a public road outside a business or residential district, vehicles must be parked how far off the main travel lane? → Entirely off the main traveled portion of the highway
8. A green arrow on a traffic signal indicates: → A protected turn movement in the direction of the arrow
9. When driving through standing water of unknown depth in Oregon, you should: → Test the depth carefully, then drive through slowly if shallow
10. Where can you find study materials for the Oregon DMV permit test? → Online DMV practice tests and Oregon DMV handbook
11. When driving near a school zone in Oregon during school hours, the speed limit is generally: → 20 mph
12. In Oregon, what is the BAC limit for drivers under 21? → 0.02%
13. In Oregon, what does a white diamond painted in a lane indicate? → High-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane
14. What is the safest action when your vehicle starts to skid on a curve in Oregon? → Ease off the gas, avoid braking, and steer smoothly in the direction you want to go
15. How far from a driveway entrance or exit must you not park in Oregon? → 5 feet
16. How far from a marked crosswalk at an intersection may you not park in Oregon? → 20 feet
17. In Oregon, when driving near large trucks, you should avoid: → Driving in the truck's no-zones (blind spots) directly behind, beside, or just in front
18. What tests must you pass to obtain a Class C driver’s license in Oregon? → Vision, knowledge, and driving skills tests
19. Oregon's DUII diversion program allows a first-time offender to: → Avoid conviction by completing treatment, paying fees, and following court requirements
20. When is it required to replace your windshield wipers in Oregon? → When they leave streaks or fail to clear the windshield effectively
21. What is a provisional license in Oregon? → A restricted license for drivers under 18 with specific limitations
22. When driving on mountain roads in Oregon during winter, engine braking is used to: → Reduce brake overheating and maintain control on steep descents
23. What is the recommended following distance when towing a trailer in Oregon? → 4–5 seconds or more
24. What is the purpose of the vision test when applying for a driver’s license in Oregon? → To check your ability to see well enough to drive safely
25. What must you do at a stop sign during the driving test? → Come to a full stop, check for traffic and pedestrians, and then proceed
26. In Oregon, when are you required to use your headlights? → From sunset to sunrise and when visibility is less than 1,000 feet
27. What should you do if you approach a flashing red traffic light in Oregon? → Treat it as a stop sign and come to a complete stop
28. How should you approach a pedestrian crosswalk during the driving test? → Slow down and be ready to stop, even if no pedestrians are visible
29. What does a red-painted curb indicate in Oregon? → No stopping, standing, or parking at any time
30. A DUII conviction in Oregon that results in serious injury or death to another person can be charged as: → Assault in the second or third degree as a felony