Understanding the California ELD Mandate That Takes Effect January 1, 2024

ELD Mandate
As we approach January 1, 2024, GoFleet wants its customers to prepare for the implementation of the California Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate. This article provides an overview of what companies need to know about the mandate, its specifics, exemptions, and the benefits of ELDs. What Companies Should Know About the California ELD Mandate The California ELD mandate, set to...

The ELD Mandate: Unveiling Accurate Data for Fleet Management and Addressing Challenges

ELD Mandate
The ELD Mandate has revolutionized fleet management by providing accurate and accessible data through electronic logging devices (ELDs). This article explores the significance of accurate data for fleet management and delves into the challenges and considerations associated with implementing the ELD Mandate. Specifically, it examines the costs associated with ELD implementation, the need for training and adaptation among drivers and...

Navigating the Impacts of the ELD Mandate on the Trucking Industry

ELD Mandate
The implementation of the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Mandate has brought significant changes to the trucking industry. This article explores the impacts of the ELD Mandate, focusing on its implementation in the United States. Additionally, it compares the ELD regulations between the United States and Canada, highlighting differences in hours of service (HOS) regulations, technical specifications, device certification, and data...

The ELD Mandate: What It Is and Why It’s Important

The ELD Mandate
The ELD Mandate is a game-changing regulation transforming the trucking industry and establishing new standards for compliance. The Electronic Logging Device (ELD) is a technological solution designed to accurately record and manage a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) driver's Hours of Service (HOS). An ELD connects to a vehicle's engine to automatically collect data on driving time, engine hours, vehicle movement, and...

ELD Mandate Exemptions: What You Need to Know

Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) are required for most commercial motor vehicles in North America. But what about those who don’t need an ELD? Are there any ELD Mandate exemptions? Who is exempt from the ELD rule and why?  In this article, we delve into these questions and more, providing a comprehensive overview of ELD regulations and exemptions. What is an...

Using An AOBRD? It’s Time To Migrate To ELDs Now!

The transportation sector seems to have become an ever changing industry as regulations and the technology required continues to advance. With this being said, while there are many who embrace these changes by staying up to date with telematics and regulations, some still choose to wait before they implement any changes. When it comes to using an electronic logging device...

What Happens If You’re Not ELD Compliant

December 16th, 2019 is an important date for many commercial fleet organizations as it marks the day that commercial drivers are required to install and fully understand how to use ELDs within their vehicles, unless an AOBRD was in use prior to December 18, 2017. But, if an automatic onboarding recording device was in use prior to December 18, 2017,...

ELD’s – How to Choose the Right Solution

Currently the transportation sector is undergoing major changes as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA) are creating regulations to better the transportation industry. The main topic of discussion is the new regulation which encourages being ELD compliant. This mandate looks to enforce the use of Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) in...

Taking Your Fleet Telematics to the Next Level

With basic telematics implemented into your fleet, you are now able to track the location, movement and speed of all of your vehicles, which helps your organization increase efficiencies, and effectively, reduce wasted time and improve costs. So, what comes next? Advanced Fleet Tracking Once you have the basics in place, you can start to dive deeper into telematics technology...

4 Tips on Preparing for the Canadian ELD Mandate

Oh Canada! Where does Canada stand on the ELD mandate? When does the eld mandate take effect? As of today, the Canadian Government has not finalized the Canadian ELD Mandate. However, fleets should prepare today because we expect the final ELD deadline to be within the next 2 years. In this guide, we’ll share 4 tips to prepare for the...