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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...
FMCSA-ELD-395-Q031(2022-03-10)
Question: Are motor carriers that meet the agricultural exemption defined in 49 CFR 395.1(k) or the covered farm vehicle § 395.1(s) subject to the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) rule?
Guidance: The ELD...
NOTE: This guidance reflects minor correction(s) (e.g., for grammar, typographical errors, or consistency) made on October 31, 2023.
FMCSA-ELD-395-Q030(2022-03-10)-CORR1
Question: May a motor carrier seeking to extend the period of time permitted for...
FMCSA-ELD-395-Q029(2022-03-10)
Question: Can an electronic logging device (ELD) be on a smartphone or other wireless device?
Guidance: Yes, the rule does allow for the use of a mobile device (commonly called a portable or handheld...
FMCSA-ELD-395-Q028(2022-03-10)
Question: Are Canada- and Mexico-domiciled motor carriers permitted to use automatic on-board recording devices (AOBRDS)?
Guidance: Canada and Mexico-domiciled motor carriers that are not subject to the...
FMCSA-ELD-395-Q068(2022-03-10)
Question: In 49 CFR part 395, subpart B, Appendix A Table 6, Event Type 3, it lists “Driver indication for PC, YM, and WT cleared.” What does WT refer to?
Guidance: “WT” refers to “waiting time.” This...
FMCSA-ELD-395-Q067(2022-03-10)
Question: When an event is recorded by an electronic logging device (ELD) component not connected to a powered-on power unit, is the information pertaining to the power unit required?
Guidance: If the...
FMCSA-ELD-395-Q027(2022-03-10)
Question: What electronic logging device (ELD)-recorded data may not be edited?
Guidance: Edits which reduce the total amount of driving time automatically recorded by the ELD are not allowed....
FMCSA-ELD-395-Q026(2022-03-10)
Question: Can a driver edit their ELD data after leaving the vehicle?
Guidance: While not required, the motor carrier can include an ELD support system that allows drivers to make edits to ELD data when...
FMCSA-ELD-395-Q025(2022-03-10)
Question: Is the electronic logging device (ELD) required to offer an exempt driver account?
Guidance: There is no separate exempt driver account; rather, the ELD must allow for a driver account to be...