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6 hours of work does NOT always require a break – WTD explained Most drivers think that after 6 hours you MUST take a break. That’s not always true. This rule comes from the Working Time Directive, not driving time rules. 👉 Up to 6 hours – no WTD break required 👉 6 to 9 hours – minimum 30 minutes 👉 Over 9 hours – minimum 45 minutes ⚠️ These are working time breaks (driving other work) ⚠️ Not the same as tachograph driving breaks ⚠️ Each break part must be at least 15 minutes This misunderstan

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