ELDs News Updates

Technology, Equipment, Safety

Michigan State Police Experiment With ELD Road Safety Messages

Michigan State Police have launched an electronic messaging experiment enlisting truck drivers to help avoid accidents by receiving road safety alerts sent to their ELDs. 

September 11, 2024
Business

ELD Buyer’s Guide: A guide to switching ELDs

Switching out your ELD is a big decision. Read our guide to help you select a long-term ELD solution that’s right for your fleet. Get the information you need to select a long-term ELD solution that can adapt and scale with your goals. 

October 1, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

3G Sunset Taking Some Devices Offline

Cellular service providers are shutting down their 3G networks this year, a shift that could impact legacy wireless systems that some fleets are still using, experts said.

February 24, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

FMCSA: Sunset of 3G Networks Could Impact ELD Tech Specifications

Federal trucking regulators are warning truckers that mobile carriers are shutting down their 3G networks as early as next year to make room for more advanced network services, including 5G.

November 3, 2021
Government, Technology

Saia Posts Record Revenue in Q3

Strong freight demand helped less-than-truckload carrier Saia Inc. report record third-quarter revenue, profits and operating ratio.

November 3, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment

3G Cellular Network Sunsetting Raises Concerns in Trucking

While the timing is expected to vary, many wireless cellular providers plan to phase out or “sunset” their remaining 2G and existing 3G networks early next year, according to the Federal Communications Commission.

September 7, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

As Canadian ELD 'Progressive Enforcement Period' Nears, Expert Urges Training

Although no devices have been approved for drivers, Canada’s electronic logging device mandate is less than a month away and fleets should prepare accordingly.

May 14, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

ELDs Have Improved HOS Compliance in First Year Since Full Implementation

The federal electronic logging device mandate has leveled the playing field among motor carriers and reduced driver hours-of-service violations, but it may still be too early to determine how ELDs have affected safety on the nation’s roadways, industry experts said.

January 11, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

ELD Vendors Update Software to Match Modified HOS Rules

Before the federal government’s revised hours-of-service rules went into effect Sept. 29, suppliers of electronic logging devices were busy updating their software.

November 3, 2020
Government, Business, Technology

Rhode Island Trucking Company Owner Admits to Falsifying ELD Records

The owner of a Rhode Island-based trucking company has admitted to falsifying service records for approximately 20 drivers.

October 30, 2020