The FMCSA has mandated the use of electronic logbooks for commercial vehicles, including both trucks and buses. With the elog mandate in full effect, the most common question among truckers is where to buy a truck log book that achieves
In the commercial trucking industry, accurate record-keeping of driving hours is not just a regulatory requirement — it’s a cornerstone of safety and efficiency. The transition from paper logs to electronic logging devices (ELDs) has revolutionized how drivers and carriers
Electronic logging devices have become essential tools (and an important requirement) for commercial vehicle drivers and their operations. Logbooks can be a burden or an asset, depending on the approach taken towards the selection of the device, so it is
Since 2016, the DOT has established a set of rules for the trucking industry that compel drivers to record their HOS using electronic logbooks. This mandate is currently enforced by the FMCSA. A major consideration to fully attain compliance with
While many providers on the market claim to sell top ELD systems, only a few live up to their promises. Choosing the best ELD system can be challenging for truckers because the market has become overcrowded with elog providers. Some
With more than 700 providers on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s list of self-registered electronic logbooks, it is important to do some research to find the best one for your business. When the ELD Mandate went into effect in
According to the elog mandate, commercial trucks must use FMCSA-approved electronic logbooks from December 2019. Besides achieving compliance, a certified elog can increase a fleet’s overall productivity and vehicle safety. However, while some elog systems may be registered with the
Under federal legislation, it is mandatory for commercial motor vehicle drivers and owner-operators to use log devices to stay compliant with the ELD mandate and minimize the possibility of being fined put out of service. However, with so many ELD
The FMCSA issued the ELD mandate in 2016 requiring commercial motor vehicle drivers to use electronic logs for their trucking operations. This legislation applies to millions of commercial bus and truck drivers who keep RODS. The selection of an elog
Truck drivers must comply with a series of rules and requirements set by the FMCSA. One such requirement is the use of a truck log book to record drivers’ hours of service when operating commercial motor vehicles for interstate trade
An electronic logging device is a tool used by commercial motor vehicle drivers to record driving time and hours of service automatically, as well as data from the engine, tracking movement and mileage. It allows drivers and dispatchers to remain
According to the ELD mandate, published by the FMCSA and enforced by the DOT, commercial vehicle drivers must use approved electronic logging devices instead of paper logs to keep records of duty status since December 16, 2019. This includes commercial
In order to comply with the regulations set in place by the FMCSA, fleet managers and owner-operators need to do their due diligence when choosing a truck driver log book. Electronic logs are self-certified into the FMCSA’s list, but that
In the world of commercial trucking, efficient and compliant driving operations are paramount. CDL driver log books, also known as electronic logging devices (ELDs), have become indispensable tools for carriers and drivers to accurately track their hours of service (HOS)
The FMCSA has enabled a registration list for ELD providers available to carriers and owner-operators in search of a compliant logbook. There are many elog system options to choose from, at times it can be an overwhelming task. When choosing,
Department of Transportation (DOT) hours of service (HOS) regulations are aimed at promoting safety and operational efficiency in the trucking industry. But what do these rules represent, and how do
Hours of service violations carry serious financial consequences for truckers. Individual fines can range from hundreds to thousands of dollars, but the real cost comes from out of service time,
Hours of service (HOS) regulations are one of the key components behind commercial trucking today. They set limits on how long commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers can drive before having