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Minnesotans are failing their road tests at the highest rate in six years
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · As published by Star Tribune
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more specific information, readers can refer to the Star Tribune, which has reported on this trend, including the number of people who took the exam multiple times without passing.
Many individuals in Minnesota are struggling with a crucial part of obtaining a driver's license. A significant number of people took multiple attempts at a driving exam without achieving success. The frequency of failures has reached a notable level, with the current rate being the highest in several years.
For more specific information, readers can refer to the Star Tribune, which has reported on this trend, including the number of people who took the exam multiple times without passing.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 29, 2026 ·
Source: Star Tribune ·
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