Does the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) rule require that the driver have editing capabilities?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q064(2022-03-10)

Question: Does the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) rule require that the driver have editing capabilities?

Guidance: Yes, the ELD must allow the driver to review, edit, and annotate their ELD records to...

How will FMCSA ensure that the electronic logging device (ELD) data is transferred securely?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q063(2022-03-10) 

Question: How will FMCSA ensure that the electronic logging device (ELD) data is transferred securely?

Guidance: During data transfers, 49 CFR part 395, subpart B, Appendix A requires additional...

How should an electronic logging device (ELD) respond to battery issues, such as an ELD battery dying due to high temperatures or when charge power runs out?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q062(2022-03-10)

Question: How should an electronic logging device (ELD) respond to battery issues, such as an ELD battery dying due to high temperatures or when charge power runs out?

Guidance:...

May electronic logging device (device (ELD) providers configure the ELD to identify potential hours of service violations?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q023(2022-03-10)

Question: May electronic logging device (ELD) providers configure the ELD to identify potential hours of service violations?

Guidance: The minimum functional specification requirements in the ELD rule do...

Can an electronic logging device (ELD) allow for a user to switch between ELD mode and automatic onboard recording device (AOBRD) mode?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q022(2022-03-10)

Question: Can an electronic logging device (ELD) allow for a user to switch between ELD mode and automatic onboard recording device (AOBRD) mode?

Guidance: No. A provider may provide an AOBRD for drivers...

Would server-based events (e.g., edits and assignment of unassigned events) generate a different sequence ID than that generated by the electronic logging device (ELD)?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q061(2022-03-10)

Question: Would server-based events (e.g., edits and assignment of unassigned events) generate a different sequence ID than that generated by the electronic logging device (ELD)?

Guidance: The sequence...

In section 4.4.2 of 49 CFR part 395, subpart B, Appendix A, the rule requires that “geo-location information must be derived from a database that contains all cities, towns, and villages with a population of 5,000 or greater and listed in ANSI INCITS...

NOTE: This guidance reflects minor correction(s) (e.g., for grammar, typographical errors, or consistency) made on March 23, 2022.

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q021(2022-03-10)-CORR1

Question: In section 4.4.2 of 49 CFR part 395,...

May States allow third party testers to administer CDL knowledge tests for all classes and endorsements, without any State examiner being present?

FMCSA-CDL-383.75-Q01(2022-02-03)

Commercial Driver’s License Standards: Regulatory Guidance Concerning Third Party Testers Conducting the Knowledge Test, 87 Fed. Reg. 6045 (Feb. 3, 2022)

FMCSA-FR-87FR6045(2022-02-03)

Commercial Driver’s License Standards: Regulatory Guidance Concerning Third Party Testers Conducting the Knowledge Test, 87 Fed. Reg. 6045 (Feb. 3, 2022)

The Federal Register text can be...

In addition to the SDLA requirements, does the October 2021 final rule have other impacts on the States?

FMCSA-D&A-CLEAR-382.725-FAQ002(2022-01-28)

Question: In addition to the SDLA...