How to Get Manual Endorsement on CDL the Easy Way

If you're wondering how to get manual endorsement on CDL licenses, you've probably already realized that the "E" restriction on your plastic is a bit of a nuisance. Most drivers these days take their initial skills test in an automatic because, let's be honest, it's just easier to pass that way. But then you get out into the real world and realize some of the best-paying heavy haul jobs or "old school" fleets still run 10-speeds or 13-speeds. If you're stuck with an automatic-only license, you're essentially locked out of those cabs. ...

February 20, 2026 · 7 min · Elize Presidente