California DMV Driver's Handbook

To make studying easier and more convenient, the 2025 edition of the California DMV handbook is available in multiple languages, ensuring that you can learn in the language you’re most comfortable with. Whether English isn’t your first language or you’d just prefer to study in Spanish, Chinese, or another language, we’ve got you covered. Additionally, we’ve made sure the handbook includes an audio version. This is perfect for those who like to learn on the go—whether you’re driving to work, working out, or just relaxing at home, you can simply listen and absorb the material.

In California, traveling just twenty miles can take you through a variety of landscapes and weather changes. Being able to drive is key to exploring all that this state has to offer, and it all starts with studying the California Driver’s Handbook. With California boasting the second-largest road network in the U.S., driving is not just a necessity but often a rite of passage in many cities.

On this page, you’ll find the latest version of the state handbook, sourced directly from the California DMV. It’s easy to read, browse, and search using the controls provided. Once you feel confident with the material, you can start taking our California permit practice tests, helping you get ready to earn your permit and hit the road in no time!