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Trip from Butler, MI to Clinton Township, MI

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 40m

Distance

127.9 mi

206 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 30m ★
6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Butler, MI, MI

Butler, MI

Alberto Ramírez Sobrino

Downtown Clinton Township, MI, MI

Clinton Township, MI

fish socks

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Butler to Clinton Township, expect a straightforward 127.9-mile journey across Michigan. You should plan for about 2 hours and 40 minutes of total drive time, making this a very manageable single-day excursion. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $19, the trip is quite economical for a solo driver or a small group. You will navigate a mix of road types, including I-94, M-14, and Spring Arbor Road, which keeps the transition between rural and more developed areas interesting. Since the entire route stays within the Midwest, you won't face any major regional shifts, allowing for a predictable and smooth travel experience. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this route offers a practical balance of distance and duration.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

63.9 miles from Butler, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 94 34.8 mi 37m
M 14 22.2 mi 23m
Spring Arbor Road 9.9 mi 13m
I 96 9.2 mi 9m
Groesbeck Highway 7.4 mi 12m
Walter P Reuther Freeway 6.8 mi 7m
Jeffries Freeway (Express) 5.3 mi 5m
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway 4.6 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 94 — 34.8 mi, about 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Butler, MI and Clinton Township, MI.

1

Start on Clarendon Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Clarendon Road
2

Turn right onto South County Line Road

3.0 mi · 6 min · South County Line Road
3

Turn sharp left onto 25 Mile Road

1.8 mi · 2 min · 25 Mile Road
4

At end of road, turn left onto M 99

2.7 mi · 3 min · M-99
5

Continue on M 99

0.6 mi · 56 sec · South Hillsdale Street
6

Enter roundabout onto M 99

220 ft · 5 sec · North Hillsdale Street
7

Continue on M 99

302 ft · 12 sec · North Hillsdale Street
8

Turn right onto M 60; M 99

0.5 mi · 37 sec · West Leigh Street
9

Continue on M 60; M 99

1.5 mi · 2 min · Homer-Concord Road
10

Turn slight right onto M 60; M 99

1.7 mi · 2 min · L Drive South
11

Merge onto M 60

1.5 mi · 2 min · Homer-Concord Road
12

Continue on M 60

2.2 mi · 2 min · Homer Road
13

Continue on M 60

6.3 mi · 8 min · Spring Arbor Road
14

Continue on M 60

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
15

Continue on M 60

3.6 mi · 5 min · Spring Arbor Road
16

Turn straight onto M 60

2.9 mi · 3 min · M-60
17

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 57 sec
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
18

Merge onto I 94

35 mi · 37 min · I 94
19

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14

4.7 mi · 5 min · M 14
Exit 171 Toward M 14: Plymouth
20

Keep right at fork onto M 14

2.4 mi · 2 min · M 14
Toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
21

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14

15 mi · 16 min · M 14
Exit 42 Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Continue on I 96

9.2 mi · 9 min · I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Keep slight left at fork onto I 96

5.3 mi · 5 min · Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Toward I 96 Express: Downtown Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Exit 186B Toward Davison Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Continue on M 8

2.2 mi · 5 min · M 8
26

Continue on M 8

1.3 mi · 1 min · Davison Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Toward I 75: Flint, Toledo Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 56 sec
Toward I 75 North: Flint Use the slight left lane.
29

Merge onto I 75

4.6 mi · 4 min · North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Exit 61 Toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron Use the slight right lane.
31

Keep slight right at fork onto I-75 North to I-696 East

0.4 mi · 52 sec · I-75 North to I-696 East
Toward I 696 East: Port Huron Use the slight right lane.
32

Continue on I 696

6.8 mi · 7 min · Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Exit 26 Toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34

Turn straight onto East 11 Mile Road

0.5 mi · 59 sec · East 11 Mile Road
35

Turn left onto M 97

7.4 mi · 12 min · Groesbeck Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
36

Turn left onto Harrington Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Harrington Street
Use the left lane.
37

At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Moravian Drive
Use the left lane.
38

Turn right onto White Oaks Drive

0.2 mi · 52 sec · White Oaks Drive
39

Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive

289 ft · 12 sec · Red Oaks Drive
40

Arrive at destination

Red Oaks Drive

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. While the journey only requires one stop, it is wise to pace yourself to break up the 2-hour and 40-minute drive, especially if you hit busier sections of the highway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge early on, as the $19 estimate is a helpful baseline but can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency. A great way to approach this trip is to tackle the 34.8-mile stretch on I-94 when traffic is lightest to ensure a consistent pace. Because this route is designed for a single day, focus on keeping your gear organized so you can easily transition from the road to your destination without unnecessary delays.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 63.9 miles from Butler, MI, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.8 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 28 miles or 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 63.9 miles or 1h 20m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 7m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clinton Township, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Butler, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Butler, MI

This is one driving day of about 127.9 miles and 2h 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Butler, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 34.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

charter township in Wayne County, Michigan, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Canton, MI

64 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Jackson, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dexter, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 63.9 miles from Butler, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · around the midpoint

Dunkin'

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Chelsea, Michigan

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset · 1h 9m in / 1h 32m to go 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 4:30 am–7 pm

+17345622004

Visit website

Zou Zou's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Chelsea, Michigan

1.6 mi

Dozer Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

1.8 mi

Best coffee break · first break window

Trail Head Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Concord, Michigan

Near the start, right off the route

First break · 23min in 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+15172624283

Visit website

Haraz Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Livonia, Michigan

1.5 mi

Detroit Kid City - Clinton Township

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clinton Township, Michigan

1.8 mi

Dunkin'

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 4:30 am–7 pm

+17345622004

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–7 pm

+17347194712

Zou Zou's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17344334226

Visit website

Dozer Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17349295217

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15178885135

Visit website

Anastasia and Katie's Coffee Shop & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Livonia, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+12489578019

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–7 pm

+15177809558

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15173154061

Visit website

Trail Head Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Concord, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+15172624283

Visit website

Healthies Strong

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0 mi from route $1 to $10

Homer, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Haraz Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Livonia, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17342366069

Visit website

Detroit Kid City - Clinton Township

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Clinton Township, Michigan

Visit website

Rawaq Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+17344368412

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15177878722

Visit website

Qahwah House Coffee - East Dearborn

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Dearborn, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13139084521

Visit website

ALWADI COFFEE

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Plymouth, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17344046349

Visit website

The Fifth Wall Escape Rooms

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Ferndale, Michigan

Hours: 3–10 pm

+12482914305

Visit website

Painting with a Twist

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Ferndale, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+12488507182

Visit website

Leslie Science & Nature Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+17349971553

Visit website

Breakout Escape Rooms Royal Oak

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Royal Oak, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–11:30 pm

+15863596944

Visit website

Maybury State Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Northville, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+12483498390

Visit website

Hamtramck Disneyland

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Hamtramck, Michigan

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13133465465

Visit website

Maybury Farm

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Final third 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Northville, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+12483740200

Visit website

Dabls Mbad African Bead Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

Final third 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 12–5 pm

+13138983007

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 25

5 decision points cluster between mile 72.5 and 111.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
72.5 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in | M 14

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 42 Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
7
96.7 mi into trip | ~1h 56m in | I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)

Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express) toward I 96 Express: Downtown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 96 Express: Downtown
7
102.1 mi into trip | ~2h 1m in

Take the exit toward Davison Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 186B Toward Davison Avenue
7
105.9 mi into trip | ~2h 9m in

Take the exit toward I 75: Flint, Toledo

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
8
111.4 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in

Take the exit toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 61 Toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.00 one way

$39.99 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $21.95 $43.91
premium $4.89 $24.61 $49.23
diesel $5.61 $28.24 $56.48

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 44.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 38.4 0 $13.43 $6.14
Efficient EV 32 0 $11.19 $5.12
EV Truck/SUV 51.2 0 $17.91 $8.19

Gas CO2

45 kg

EV CO2

15 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Butler, MI

Morning in Butler on Tuesday

Local time

8:16 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Clinton Township, MI

Morning in Clinton Township on Tuesday

Local time

8:16 AM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

2 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 40m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive features a mixed profile that balances highway efficiency with local driving. You will spend about 49% of your time on highways, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 34.8 miles on I-94. Expect the character of the road to shift as you move away from the smaller local lanes of Spring Arbor Road and merge onto the faster-paced sections of M-14 and the interstate. While the interstate portions allow you to make quick progress, the mix of roads ensures you aren't stuck in a monotonous grind for the entire duration. Being behind the wheel here requires you to stay alert as the environment transitions from quieter stretches to the more active corridors approaching Clinton Township.

49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.8 mi on I 94.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 72.5 miles in near M 14.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 127.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 72.5 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.7 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 102.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

1,014 ft 607 ft

Total Climb

128 ft

Total Descent

535 ft

Highest Point

1,014 ft

Elevation Range

408 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Butler, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Plymouth, M 14 East, M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia, Toledo and Port Huron - among others.

M 14: Plymouth

65.4 mi in | ~1h 22m | via M 14

M 14 East

70.1 mi in | ~1h 27m | via M 14

M 14 East: Plymouth

72.5 mi in | ~1h 30m | via M 14

Livonia

72.5 mi in | ~1h 30m | via M 14

Toledo

105.9 mi in | ~2h 9m

Port Huron

111.4 mi in | ~2h 16m

M 97: Groesbeck Highway

118.8 mi in | ~2h 24m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 127.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 34.8 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Clinton Township, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 72.5 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.7 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 102.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clinton Township, MI before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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