Track hours of service
with easy-to-use software
Hours-of-service tracking software integrated with your commercial
vehicles can help you improve efficiency, monitor driver fatigue and
reduce finable HOS concerns, like:
+ Missing or out-of-date driver logs
+ Driving hours over the daily allowance
+ Paper log errors associated with driving time, and form and
manner violations
Improve safety with
an electronic logbook
Easily monitor rest breaks with near real-time tracking and an
electronic logging device (ELD). Automated alerts provide better
visibility into your fleet’s HOS needs.
Simplify HOS compliance
for truck drivers
Make following complex FMCSA HOS regulations easier with
regular updates for emergency declarations, natural disasters and
the HOS final rule. Our app simplifies compliance for commercial
drivers who keep a record of duty status (RODS).
Drive more efficiently
with an ELD
Our secure, easy-to-use ELD solution is simple to set up and helps
drivers get through DOT roadside vehicle inspections quickly. Help
drivers reduce violations and save your business money.
Make compliance and
safety easier for large fleets
Enterprise fleet managers can gain peace of mind with an
integrated telematics solution that helps improve driver behavior,
reduce fines and simplify compliance with changing hours-of-
service regulations.
What is the ELD HOS Mandate?
The ELD HOS mandate, or ELD Final Rule, is a U.S. federal government regulation
specifying that operators of commercial motor vehicles covered by this law will be
required to use electronic logging devices, or ELDs attached to a commercial motor
vehicle engine to record driving hours, and automatically record a driver’s driving hours
or hours of service (HOS) as well as capture data on the vehicle’s engine, movement
and miles driven.
What does an ELD do?
ELD devices are designed to record data related to operation of the vehicle and to
driver activity. The driver information mainly concerns hours of service, or HOS.
Commercial truckers are restricted to a maximum number of hours they are allowed to
drive between rest periods. HOS is a permanent record of driving hours, on-duty hours
(when drivers are working but not driving) and rest time, over the course of a trip.
Who is Affected by the ELD Mandate?
Basically, the ELD mandate covers commercial driving operations that are required to
keep hours of service records — that is, drivers or operators who were using paper
logbooks before this rule was passed.
Specifically, this includes:
Interstate commercial motor vehicle drivers currently required to keep RODS (record of
duty status)
Vehicles that weigh more than 10,001 pounds
Vehicles with placarded hazmat loads
Vehicles carrying more than 8 or 15 passengers (depending on vehicle class).
Livestock and ag haulers
Who is exempt from the ELD?
Some vehicle classes and drivers are exempt from the rule. These are:
÷ Drivers who operate within a 100-air-mile radius, who may continue to use timecards
÷ Non-CDL (commercial driver license) freight drivers who operate within a 150-air-mile
radius
÷ “Drive-away, tow-away” operators
÷ Vehicles manufactured before model year 2000.
÷ Visit our dedicated blog post: FMCSA ELD Exemptions: Answers to Frequently
Asked ELD Exemption Questions, to learn more about the ELD exemptions.
Do local drivers need ELD?
No. Local drivers fall under the Short-Haul exception rule do not need an ELD. This
includes drivers who travel short distances and is under the 100 air mile radius and the
150 air mile radius exception.
What trucks are required to have ELD?
If a commercial motor vehicle’s engine was manufactured in 2000 or earlier, that
vehicle is exempt from being required to use an ELD. Meaning, any truck that was
manufactured in 2000 or earlier is exempt.
What information does an ELD record?
The ELD automatically records the following data to keep records of duty status and
help drivers track their driving limits and prevent fatigue related issues:
1.Date
2.Time
3.Location
4.Engine hours
5.Vehicle miles
6.Driver identification
7.User authentication
8.Vehicle
9.Motor carrier
What are electronic driver logs?
An Electronic driver log or ELD device is hardware that is attached to a commercial
motor vehicle engine to record driving hours. They are intended to ensure that
commercial drivers drive within their daily limit and accurately log their working hours.
The devices track when and how long drivers have been at the wheel, and ensure they
are complying with the Government’s Commercial Vehicle Drivers HOS Regulations.
Key features & functions of ELD devices:
֨ Internal synchronization with the engine control module
֨ Automatically record driving time and details
֨ Records location
֨ Electronic data transfer: telematic (wireless or email) or local (USB 2.0 or Bluetooth)
֨ Tamper prevention
֨ Certification of driver records (at end of each 24 hr period)
֨ Displays report for safety officials on-demand (on screen or print-out)
֨ User manual
֨ Audio controls (volume and mute)
The FMCSA has set out three main requirements for electronic logging devices. ELDs
must conform to set technical specifications, be certified by the manufacturer, and
registered with the FMCSA.
How do I know if an electronic logging device is compliant?
The FMCSA doesn’t guarantee that any registered device is compliant to the ELD
guidelines. Under the regulations, the ELD provider/manufacturer certifies their own
device — not the FMCSA — and then registers it. Self-certification means that ELD
providers are responsible for verifying that their ELD solution meets the technical
specifications set forth in the ELD rule.
What are the benefits of ELDs?
ELDs have many important benefits for carriers extending from fleet compliance to
productivity and efficiency. Most importantly, electronic logging will improve driver
safety. The FMCSA has estimated that it saves 26 lives and prevent over 1,800 vehicle
crashes annually. By enforcing stronger compliance to Hours of Service regulations,
ELDs may help reduce driver fatigue as well.
Is a mechanic required for installation?
No. A mechanic is not required for installation. The ELD comes with a cable that plugs
into the vehicle’s diagnostic port. The ELD unit sits on top of the dash.
How can fleet admins see the driving data?
Wireless Links provides easy access to fleet admins through an easy to use
dashboard.
This dashboard provides complete visibility of the current status of every driver in the
HOS shift and cycle. The dashboard allows you to measure and improve efficiency with
rich reports, delivering key HOS insights to your fingerprints.
Is there a report for IFTA?
Driverlog ELD provides automated IFTA fuel tax reporting- including total distance
driven, breakdown of toll and non-toll roads driven in each state, and fuel purchases.
You can auto-email the report to your inbox at the end of every quarter.
Why is now the time to transition to an ELD?
Beyond the implications for finding yourself in front of a DOT officer with a
noncompliant system, there are very strong business-reasons to make the move to
ELD sooner rather than later.
The strongest reason is that this is your chance to implement a fleet management
solution, if you haven’t got one yet.
A fleet management solution such as the one we offer with features including driver
behavior, engine diagnostics and live tracking, transforms data from your fleet into
valuable information to help your company make and save money.
Fleet management systems (FMS) offer comprehensive features (which deliver more
significant benefits), allowing fleets to further slash costs and make life easier for
drivers, including:
Decreased Fuel Costs: By monitoring excessive truck idle times or speeding events,
fleets can build incentive programs for truck drivers that help increase fuel efficiency.
Reduced Truck Downtime: Fleet management system users can see reduced vehicle
downtimes of 15% and improved vehicle utilization of 13%, according to studies.
Lowered Total Crash Rates: Based on data from the Center for Truck and Bus Safety
of Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, drivers using E-Logs had a significantly lower
total crash rate (a 11.7% reduction) and a significantly lower preventable crash rate (a
5.1% reduction) than trucks not equipped with electronic driver logs.
Simplified Regulatory Compliance: While complying with the ELD Mandate, other
regulations can also be easily satisfied, including Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports
and IFTA.
Lowered insurance costs: While complying with the ELD Mandate, you can
implement a Fleet DashCam to monitor driver behavior and exonerate your drivers in
case of an accident.
Don’t wait for the last minute to become compliant! We offer the highest-rated FMCSA
and Canadian DOT compliant ELD devices & solutions. Our ELD solutions can be
stand-alone ELD or a combined, total solution with fleet management including driver
behavior, temperature monitoring and engine diagnostics. Take a look at our BlueLink
ELD solution.
Your Registered ELD Solution
With the ELD mandate compliance deadline approaching, there’s never been a better
time to adopt our convenient, mobile-friendly electronic logging solution.
Our plans are designed to meet your fleet’s unique needs. Whether you’re looking for a
simple ELD solution or a comprehensive suite of HOS-compliant fleet management
tools, we’ve got what you need to keep your fleet on the right track.
Our ELD Fleet’s solution is designed to make the ELD mandate work for you, helping
drivers handle inspections with accurate, user-friendly logs.
Break free from the hassle and inevitable errors involved in manual logging with our
simple, driver-friendly interface. Keep your fleet on track with a system designed to
help drivers handle inspections and generate accurate, compliant reports.
See HOS Status of All Vehicles
Extensive Real-Time Reporting
Minimize Violations
Convenient Color Coding
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Easy-to-Use Interface
