# Daily Driving Time Limits

## Standard Limits

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#### Basic Rule (11-Hour Rule)

* Maximum 11 hours of driving time.
* Must be completed within a 14-hour window.
* Requires 10 consecutive hours off duty before the next shift.

#### 14-Hour Window

* Begins when the driver starts any on-duty activity.
* Cannot drive beyond the 14th consecutive hour.
* Cannot be extended except in specific circumstances.

### Required Breaks

#### 30-Minute Break Rule

* Required after 8 consecutive hours of driving.
* Must be at least 30 minutes long.
* Can be satisfied by:
  * Off-duty time.
  * Sleeper berth time.
  * Non-driving on-duty time.

### Special Circumstances

#### Adverse Driving Conditions

* Allows up to 2 additional hours of driving time.
* Extends 11-hour limit to 13 hours.
* It must be due to unexpected weather or road conditions.

### <mark style="color:red;background-color:yellow;">Important Notes</mark>

* <mark style="background-color:yellow;">All driving time must be accurately logged.</mark>
* <mark style="background-color:yellow;">Monitor your available hours carefully.</mark>
* <mark style="background-color:yellow;">Plan routes considering required breaks.</mark>
* <mark style="background-color:yellow;">Account for potential delays.</mark>
* <mark style="background-color:yellow;">Maintain supporting documentation.</mark>

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