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Does the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) rule require real-time tracking of commercial motor vehicle (CMVs) with ELDs?

NOTE: This guidance reflects minor correction(s) (e.g., for grammar, typographical errors, or consistency) made on March 10, 2022.

 

FMCSA-HOS-ELD-395-FAQ65(2017-04-06)-CORR1

 

Question: Does the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) rule require real-time tracking of commercial motor vehicle (CMVs) with ELDs?

Guidance: No. Real-time tracking of CMVs is not required in the ELD rule. However, a motor carrier may use technology to track its CMVs in real time for business purposes. A motor carrier is free to use this data as long as it does not engage in harassment as defined in 49 CFR 390.36 or violate other provisions of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs).

Contact Info: FMCSA ELD Information, 1-800-832-5660 or ELD@dot.gov .

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Note: This guidance document does not have the force and effect of law and is not meant to bind the public in any way.  It is intended only to provide information and clarity regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies.

Regulatory Topic: ELD Guidance
Effective Date: Thursday, April 6, 2017
Issued Date: Thursday, April 6, 2017