What You Need To Know About The ELD Mandate And Hours Of Service Regulations

Q: What is the ELD Rule?

A: The Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) rule was published by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) on December 16, 2015. It aims to improve compliance with existing (Hours of Service) HOS rules by automating the recording of HOS and (Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports) DVIR through the use of ELDs.

Q: What is Hours of Service (HOS)?

A: The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) mandates that every driver who operates a commercial motor vehicle for interstate business record his/her hours of service (HOS), and log the roadworthiness of the vehicle upon usage.

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