There’s an old saying that goes “trucking ain’t easy”. However, with CDL electronic logs, logistics operations in the trucking industry can drastically improve for commercial drivers, fleet managers, and owner-operators. Switching to the right electronic logging device can help them stay compliant with ease, by automatically recording hours of service and providing violation alerts, as well as ensure vehicle safety with GPS tracking, provide vehicle diagnostics, and more. Commercial driver electronic logs have many features that can save time and money for anyone in the trucking business.
What Are CDL Electronic Logs?
CDL stands for commercial driver’s license, which is required to operate large and heavy vehicles for commercial purposes. Almost all commercial drivers are required to use electronic logbooks to comply with HOS (hours of service) regulations mandated by the FMCSA. E-logs and CDL electronic logs are other terms to refer to electronic logging devices (ELD), which capture driving time and other information directly from the engine for CMV fleets. The captured data includes:
- Compliance reports regarding drivers’ HOS.
- Electronic DVIRs (Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports).
- Real-time data and notifications for fleet visibility.
- Vehicle diagnostics for fault code detection and maintenance planning.
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The Right ELD Solution Can Make Life Easier
Truck drivers, fleet managers, and owner-operators know that e-logs are required by law. However, they might not be aware of the importance of investing in a quality commercial driver logs. For example, an inefficient device might cause truck drivers to find themselves unable to complete trips, cemented to a particular spot until their hours of service can be properly recorded and they can get customer support to help them troubleshoot. Fleet managers might run into complicated compliance issues & costly fines.
Owner-operators might find themselves burdened of paperwork while trying to simplify operations and reduce operational costs. That’s where the right CDL electronic log can make a difference by:
- Enhancing driver safety to prevent accidents and fatigue-related incidents.
- Streamlining the RODS (records of duty status) process and record-keeping to facilitate inspections.
- Minimizing the risk of human errors, optimizing fleet operations.
- Providing valuable metrics to improve the decision-making process and boost productivity.
HOS247 Commercial Driver Logs
We understand the criticality of uninterrupted operations in the trucking business. That’s why HOS247 ELD is dedicated to offering the features you need to ensure efficiency and compliance for your fleet. Here are some key features provided by HOS247 CDL elog:
- Automatic HOS tracking for easy adherence to HOS regulations.
- DOT Inspection Mode & Compliance monitoring.
- Automatic driving time, miles, and location records.
- Electronic DVIRs, which helps increase vehicle safety.
- IFTA state mileage calculations to help reduce human error and audit risk.
- Vehicle diagnostics with fault code detection and real-time notifications.
- Fleet maintenance that helps reduce vehicle breakdowns.
- Real-time data that can be used to increase fleet operations efficiency.
Aside from these features, HOS247 also offers the following to ELD customers:
GPS Fleet Tracking
Our ELD comes with the option to add GPS fleet tracking, providing a comprehensive solution with advanced real-time GPS tracking telematics powered by 4G LTE Technology. HOS247 GPS tracking offers faster connectivity, increased fuel efficiency, accurate location-based information, and enhanced vehicle security against theft.
Reliable Hardware
We prioritize reliability, ensuring that our commercial driver logs hardware is designed to be dependable and prevent breakdowns during drives. In the rare event of an issue, our high-quality support team is always ready to assist.
No Hidden Costs
All of our costs are displayed upfront, and are clearly presented whether you have just one vehicle or a fleet of 500 trucks.
No Long-Term Contracts
Fleet managers, owner-operators, and truck drivers can test our solution for 14 days. If they are unsatisfied, they can return it hassle-free. We also refrain from pushing clients into long-term, lock-in contracts, allowing them to cancel at any time if our ELD solution doesn’t meet their expectations.
Top-Rated, Multilingual Customer Support
Our dedicated support team is available seven days a week to address any issues. With experts fluent in English, Spanish, Polish, and Russian, our multilingual customer support has earned a top rating in the ELD market for its reliability and dedication to serving our customers.
Why Choose HOS247 As Your ELD Provider
HOS247 ELD can help commercial drivers and managers improve their operational efficiency, reduce their costs, and increase overall safety. It keeps their fleet compliant while also aiding in maintenance and improvement opportunities. The right commercial driver electronic logs solution should have reliable hardware, easy to use software, and a stable connection you can always count on.
It should help streamline fleet operations and help optimize management processes. It should have no hidden or “surprise” costs that only setback your process and dampen your customer experience. And should something fail, it should provide first-class customer support at any hour of the day. This is everything HOS247 provides in our top-rated ELD solution.
About The ELD Mandate
The ELD mandate is a federal government regulation in the United States. It specifies that operators of commercial motor vehicles are required to use electronic logging devices to record drivers’ HOS. It applies to commercial motor vehicles that weigh more than 10,001 pounds, have placarded hazmat loads, or are carrying more than 8 or 15 passengers.
ELD Mandate Compliance Timeline
The ELD legislation has decades of history. Below are some of the most important dates in the regulation’s timeline.
1988 – Introduction of AOBRDs
AOBRDs (Automatic On-Board Recording Device) were introduced and its use in the trucking industry was standardized. They are similar to ELDs, with a few key differences, the main being that AOBRDs aren’t required to connect to the truck’s engine.
2000 – Attempted Hours of Service Reform
The FMCSA attempted to reform Hours of Service rules to mandate the use of ELDs. This first attempt was to mandate Hours of Service tracking with the use of ELD devices but it was shot down by court order in 2004.
April 5th, 2010 – ELD Announcement
A second attempt to make the use of ELD devices mandatory. The Department of Transportation announced a rule in the Federal Register that allowed the FMCSA to order the use of ELDs for those motor vehicle carriers who had issues with non-compliance with the HOS legislation.
July 6th, 2012 – Congress Act
The US Congress passed the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21 Act) which mandated the FMCSA to come up with a rule that will mandate the use of ELDs. They were also required to carry out a research study on how to best implement Electronic Logging Devices, and also address key concerns that surround the risk of Electronic Logging Devices being used to coerce or harass drivers.
December 16, 2015 – Publication
The final Electronic Logging Device mandate was issued by the FMCSA, including guidelines for manufacturers on how to make compliant ELDs and the features that are required, provisions to safeguard the drivers from harassment, and rules on how to track Hours of Service while using an Electronic Logging Device.
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December 18, 2017 – General Compliance
By this date, vehicle motor carriers were required to start using an approved ELD, AOBRD, or Electronic On-Board Recorder.
December 16, 2019 – Full Compliance
All motor vehicles using AOBRD (Automatic On-Board Recording Device) or an Electronic On-Board Recorder were required to upgrade or replace it with an ELD.
April 1, 2020 – Compliance Updates
Regular updates on the regulation being published by DOT (Department Of Transportation) & FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) to ensure commercial driver electronic logs compliance and enforcement.
I’ve co-founded, built and managed several transportation-related businesses. Now, I’m a founder and CEO of HOS247 – an AI Transportation Platform for trucking companies, freight brokers and other logistics operations. We are transitioning old-style operations to technology-advanced logistics entities and help them to grow their businesses. ELDs (electronic logging devices), fleet tracking and management 2.0 combined with AI-powered dispatch tools.
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