Revision question · Drivers' hours and rest periods

The time is 10.00 am. You've been driving non-stop since 6.00 am. Under EU rules, what's the longest you may now drive without a break?

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15 minutes

30 minutes

40 minutes

45 minutes

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30 minutesThis was the right answer

The maximum driving period under EU rules is 4 hours 30 minutes. After this, you must take a break of at least 45 minutes.

Planning your route will allow you to take your statutory rest periods in a safe place, such as a service area, where you can get food, drink and a rest.

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Break the driving period before fatigue buildsReviewed guidance summary · These cover the maximum uninterrupted driving period, 45-minute full break, clock-time examples and the specifically ordered 15-then-30 split.

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