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

FMCSA-HOS-ELD-395-FAQ22(2017-03-22)-CORR1

Question: If a motor carrier’s operation is exempt from the requirements of 49 CFR part 395.8, is the motor carrier also exempt from the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) rule?

Guidance: Yes. Motor carriers with operations that are exempt from the requirements of § 395.8 are exempt from the ELD rule.

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.