How long is parking allowed in highway rest areas?

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Highway rest areas generally allow parking for 24 hours. Parking areas on highways are designated for emergency stops only, and vehicles are not permitted to park there under other circumstances. These areas serve as temporary parking spaces on highways, such as temporary passenger pickup points or emergency stops for malfunctioning vehicles, and are not intended for long-term parking. Highway rest areas primarily provide refueling services and do not offer other amenities. With the continuous improvement of the national highway network, many car owners enjoy taking their families on long-distance road trips. During long drives on highways, it's inevitable to stop and rest at service areas, and some may even stay overnight if traveling late. However, many car owners are unaware that highways impose time limits, and exceeding these limits when exiting may result in overtime fees. According to the "Notice on Issues Related to Weight-Based Toll Collection for Freight Vehicles on Toll Roads in Hebei Province," overtime vehicles are defined as those entering and exiting the highway network for more than 24 hours or entering and exiting specific sections for more than 12 hours.