ELD Compliance

An ELD is a device that connects to a commercial truck’s engine to automatically record driving hours and other data for Hours-of-Service (HOS) compliance. It replaces paper logbooks and ensures drivers follow federal HOS rules, improving accuracy and safety by electronically tracking when a driver is on-duty or off-duty.

Most commercial truck drivers who must keep hours-of-service records are required to use an FMCSA-compliant ELD. Only a few exemptions exist, such as short-haul drivers or vehicles manufactured before 2000. If you don’t qualify for an exemption, you must have an ELD installed to stay compliant with federal regulations.

Yes. Trucking Hub’s ELD is fully self-certified and meets all FMCSA requirements for the ELD mandate. It’s integrated into our system with built-in FMCSA compliance, meaning it adheres to federal standards and is listed on the FMCSA’s registered ELD list. Our solution ensures full regulatory compliance without additional costs.

Trucking Hub’s ELD is seamlessly integrated into our Carrier TMS platform, creating a unified system for fleet operations. This means your electronic logs, dispatch management, IFTA reporting, and other trucking software features all live in one place. The ELD data (driver status, truck location, engine info) flows directly into the TMS in real time, allowing for centralized management without juggling separate systems.

Our ELD is more than a logbook – it doubles as an advanced telematics device. It captures real-time truck data, including GPS location, speed, idling, and engine diagnostics. This enables features like live fleet tracking, asset monitoring, fuel usage reporting, and maintenance alerts to work independently from ELD itself. Trucking Hub’s ELD not only records HOS for compliance but also provides actionable insights to improve efficiency and safety across your fleet.

Absolutely. Trucking Hub makes switching seamless. In fact, we offer to buy out existing ELD contracts for new customers. If you’re stuck in a contract with another provider, we’ll cover the cost to terminate it. Our team will assist in migrating your data and setting up your fleet with our free ELD, ensuring a smooth transition with no downtime.

The biggest differentiator is that Trucking Hub offers an FMCSA-compliant ELD for free as part of our all-in-one trucking software, whereas many competitors charge hefty fees for devices or subscriptions. Our solution, built by experienced truckers, delivers both compliance and fleet management tools in one package. Most providers sell ELD hardware and service plans that cost fleets thousands annually – Trucking Hub eliminates those expenses while providing an advanced, integrated system.

Trucking Hub’s ELD subscription is included at no extra charge in our Bundled plan. Standalone pricing starts at $20/month/truck. Please see pricing page or contact us for more details.

ELD devices range from $119-149, depending if you are looking for a basic (Bluetooth) ELD or an always-connected ELD with built-in LTE telematics. Please note that LTE ELD devices require a data plan.