FMCSA-ELD-395-Q069(2022-03-10)

Question: When is the electronic logging device (ELD) required to automatically change the driver’s duty status to Driving?

Guidance: The “Driving” duty status must be automatically recorded by the ELD when the operated vehicle meets the configured threshold; not to exceed 5 mph. See sections 4.4.1 of 49 CFR part 395, subpart B, Appendix A.
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