Telematics / ELD

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    What is Telematics & ELD Software?

    Telematics and ELD (Electronic Logging Device) software captures vehicle, driver, and engine data in real time and reports it back for compliance, safety, and operational decisions. ELDs are required by FMCSA for most commercial drivers to record Hours of Service. Modern telematics goes well beyond logging - it powers dispatch, maintenance, fuel optimization, and driver coaching.

    Key features

    • ELD and HOS compliance

      FMCSA-registered devices that automate driver duty-status logs and HOS calculations.

    • GPS tracking

      Real-time vehicle location, breadcrumb history, and geofence alerts.

    • Engine and diagnostic data

      Fuel use, idle time, fault codes, and engine health from the J1939 bus.

    • Driver behavior

      Speeding, hard braking, harsh cornering, and seatbelt use scoring.

    • DVIR and inspection

      Mobile pre- and post-trip inspection workflows.

    Frequently asked questions

    Yes. FMCSA's ELD mandate requires most CDL drivers operating commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce to use a registered ELD to record HOS. There are limited exemptions for short-haul, pre-2000 engines, and driveaway-towaway operations.

    An ELD is a specific FMCSA-registered device that records HOS. Telematics is a broader category that includes ELD plus GPS, engine data, dashcams, driver scoring, and integrations into TMS and FMS.

    The major telematics providers offer APIs and pre-built integrations into most TMS platforms so that load status, ETAs, and compliance data flow automatically.

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