Are Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carriers that operate in the United States (U.S.) eligible to use the exemptions for “covered farm vehicles” under 49 CFR 395.1(s), as defined in § 390.5, including the exemption from the hours of service rules and...

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q043(2022-03-10)

Question: Are Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carriers that operate in the United States (U.S.) eligible to use the exemptions for “covered farm vehicles” under 49 CFR 395.1(s), as defined...

Is the ELD required to automatically change duty status from Sleeper Berth to Driving upon sensing movement?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q076(2022-03-10)

Question: Is the ELD required to automatically change duty status from Sleeper Berth to Driving upon sensing movement?

Guidance: The ELD is required to automatically change a driver’s duty status to...

Can a Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carrier qualify for the hours of service exemption for agricultural operations in 49 CFR 395.1(k) while delivering an agricultural commodity in the United States (U.S.) if the motor carrier picks up the commodity...

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q042(2022-03-10)

Question: Can a Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carrier qualify for the hours of service exemption for agricultural operations in 49 CFR 395.1(k) while delivering an agricultural commodity in the United States (U.S...

Can a Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carrier qualify for the hours of service exemption for agricultural operations in 49 CFR 395.1(k) while delivering an agricultural commodity in the United States (U.S.) if the motor carrier picks up the commodity ...

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q041(2022-03-10)

Question: Can a Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carrier qualify for the hours of service exemption for agricultural operations in 49 CFR 395.1(k) while delivering an agricultural commodity...

When creating an electronic logging device (ELD) file as specified in sections 4.9 of 49 CFR part 395, subpart B, Appendix A, which records should be included?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q075(2022-03-10)

Question: When creating an electronic logging device (ELD) file as specified in sections 4.9 of 49 CFR part 395, subpart B, Appendix A, which records should be included?

Guidance: Section 4.9.1 of...

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...

How should an electronic logging device (ELD) record a driver’s hours of service when operating in another country such as Canada?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q038(2022-03-10)

Question: How should an electronic logging device (ELD) record a driver’s hours of service when operating in another country such as Canada?

Guidance: The ELD provider may tailor the device to its...

Does the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) rule require that an ELD be able to both display electronically and print?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q037(2022-03-10)

Question: Does the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) rule require that an ELD be able to both display electronically and print?

Guidance: No. The display and print requirement...

In the ELD header, should miles driven reflect miles in the current commercial motor vehicle (CMV) or all CMVs that the driver has operated on the displayed date? What about Start End Odometer and Engine Hours?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q074(2022-03-10

Question: In the ELD header, should miles driven reflect miles in the current commercial motor vehicle (CMV) or all CMVs that the driver has operated on the displayed date? What about Start End Odometer and Engine...

Can a carrier set parameters for yard moves via the technical specifications?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q073(2022-03-10)

Question: Can a carrier set parameters for yard moves via the technical specifications?

Guidance: Yes, while the yard move status must be selected by the driver, the electronic logging device (ELD) may...