When does the pre-2000 model year exception apply?

NOTE: This guidance revises FMCSA-HOS-ELD-395-FAQ020(2018-09-19)-CORR1 (issued on September 19, 2018, revised to reflect minor corrections on March 10, 2022, and rescinded on October 2, 2026) and FMCSA-ELD-395-Q20 (issued on September 19, 2018 and rescinded on October 2, 2026).

Can a driver pair a rest period of 10 consecutive hours (that includes 7 consecutive hours in the sleeper berth) to a subsequent rest period of 2 hours or more of off duty or sleeper berth, or does the 10 consecutive hours of rest automatically reset ...

FMCSA-HOS-2020-395-FAQ22(2026-07-01)

Question 22: Can a driver pair a rest period of 10 consecutive hours (that includes 7 consecutive hours in the sleeper berth) to a subsequent rest period of 2 or more hours of off duty or sleeper berth, or does the 10...

If a driver takes 3 hours off duty and then 10 consecutive hours in the sleeper berth, will the 3 hours count against the driver's 14-hour "driving window"?

NOTE: This guidance revises FMCSA-HOS-2020-395-FAQ07, issued on November 19, 2020 and rescinded on July 1, 2026.

FMCSA-HOS-2020-395-FAQ07(2026-07-01)

Question 7: If a driver takes 3 hours off duty and then 10 consecutive hours in the sleeper berth, will...

When a driver edits an existing electronic logging device (ELD) record, how must the ELD “Event Record Origin” be set?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q045(2022-03-10)

Question: When a driver edits an existing electronic logging device (ELD) record, how must the ELD “Event Record Origin” be set?

Guidance: The ELD must set the “Event Record Origin” of the ELD record to...

When should a driver use paper logs or electronic logging software if an electronic logging device (ELD) malfunction occurs?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q039(2022-03-10)

Question: When should a driver use paper logs or electronic logging software if an electronic logging device (ELD) malfunction occurs?

Guidance: A driver should only use paper logs, electronic logging...

Can a mobile app and the vehicle engine communicate over a cellular network?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q034(2022-03-10)

Question: Can a mobile app and the vehicle engine communicate over a cellular network?

Guidance: The ELD rule does not prohibit this type of communication. However, manufacturers should keep in mind that...

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...

How will the ELD display screen or printout reflect special driving categories; yard moves and personal conveyance?

ELD guidance

Frequently Asked Questions:  Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service: ELD Display for Yard Moves and Personal Conveyance

Question 11: How will the ELD display screen or printout reflect special driving categories; yard moves and personal...

Can an electronic logging device (ELD) be on a smartphone or other wireless device?

NOTE: This guidance was rescinded as unnecessary on March 10, 2022, because the information contained therein was readily available in existing guidance. See FMCSA-ELD-395-Q029(2022-03-10).

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q06

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Is personal conveyance treated any differently when the driver is hauling hazardous materials?

Question 3: Is personal conveyance treated any differently when the driver is hauling hazardous materials? Guidance: No. There is no restriction on personal conveyance regarding hazardous materials transportation, provided that the driver complies with provisions of 49 CFR parts 177 and...