Long-distance buses must stop in a safe area between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m., allowing drivers to land and rest. Passengers are reminded not to move around at will and to keep their personal belongings properly. If needed, they can contact the driver.
The main purpose of this regulation is to prevent passenger drivers from driving fatigue and ensure that they can drive no more than 8 hours in 24 hours. Specifically, continuous driving during the day should not exceed 4 hours, and continuous driving at night should not exceed 2 hours. Stopping and resting in the middle requires at least 20 minutes. In addition, for long-distance buses with a driving distance of more than 400 kilometers (more than 600 kilometers on highways), the transportation department stipulates that more than 2 drivers must be equipped to reduce traffic accidents caused by fatigue driving.
It should be noted that small private cars and trucks are not subject to the above regulations and can drive long distances for 24 hours. However, some provinces prohibit vehicles transporting dangerous chemicals from passing during specific times. In addition, in the event of severe weather or conditions such as fog, heavy rain, icy roads or major traffic accidents, the entrance to the highway may be closed and vehicles are prohibited from passing.
To ensure safety, pedestrians, non-motor vehicles, tractors and other vehicles with a designed maximum speed of less than 70 kilometers per hour are prohibited from entering the expressway.
