If you are driving a truck with a gross vehicle weight rating of 16 t, you have to take a break after how many hours at the wheel?

In German traffic regulations, drivers of trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating over 3.5 tons must take a mandatory break after driving continuously for 4.5 hours. This rule helps prevent fatigue and ensures road safety. The break must last at least 45 minutes before the driver can continue driving. This applies to professional drivers to reduce the risk of accidents caused by tiredness. Therefore, for a truck weighing 16 tons, the break is required precisely after 4.5 hours at the wheel.