What Is an ELD and How Does It Work?

Key Takeaways

• An ELD is a hardware device that connects directly to a commercial vehicle’s engine control module and automatically records engine power status, vehicle motion, miles driven, engine hours, duty status, and driver identification, as defined in 49 CFR Appendix A to Subpart B of Part 395
• Driving time is recorded automatically the moment the vehicle moves above 5 miles per hour for at least 60 consecutive seconds. Your driver does not enter driving hours manually
• FMCSA registration is a manufacturer self-certification, not a government quality test. A device can sit on the registered list and still fail to meet the technical standard, which is why FMCSA revokes devices after auditing them
• As of May 20, 2026, FMCSA has removed 79 devices from its registered list since January 2025, including 12 devices removed in a single day on May 20, 2026, the largest single-day revocation since 2025. Carriers using those 12 devices have until July 20, 2026 to replace them
• Using a revoked ELD after the 60-day grace period expires results in a citation under 49 CFR 395.8(a)(1) for no record of duty status and an immediate out-of-service order
• The ELD mandate applies to most property-carrying CMV drivers operating in interstate commerce under 49 CFR Part 395. Key exemptions include short-haul operations within 150 air miles, vehicles with engines manufactured before model year 2000, and driveaway-towaway operations
• At the time of adoption, FMCSA projected the ELD mandate would prevent 1,844 crashes, 562 fewer injuries, and 26 deaths every year, according to FMCSA’s own published estimates
• The Geosavi ELD is FMCSA-registered, connects to your truck’s ECM via J1939, J1708, or OBD-II, and shows your drivers their remaining hours in real time throughout every shift

Introduction

An Electronic Logging Device is not a GPS tracker, a dashcam, or a fleet management platform. It is a specific piece of hardware, defined in federal regulation, that connects to your truck’s engine control module and records your driver’s hours of service automatically from the engine. That distinction matters because the ELD mandate does not require a device that tracks location or monitors driving behavior. It requires a device that records what the engine actually did.

Paper logs failed because drivers could write anything. A driver who worked 14 hours could record 10. There was no automatic check, no engine connection, and no way for a roadside officer to verify the numbers on a paper log against the truck’s actual operating history. The falsification that resulted was well-documented. Before the mandate, FMCSA’s own data showed HOS citation rates running at approximately 1.19% of all inspections. After the mandate took full effect in April 2018, that rate dropped to 0.69%, according to FMCSA enforcement data. The most serious violations dropped by more than 50%.

The ELD mandate applies to most commercial motor vehicle drivers who are required to keep Records of Duty Status under 49 CFR Part 395. As of 2026, enforcement is routine at roadside inspections and standard during DOT compliance audits. The registered list at eld.fmcsa.dot.gov currently contains approximately 1,050 devices, but the revocation rate has accelerated dramatically, with 79 devices removed since January 2025 including 12 in a single day on May 20, 2026.

What Is an ELD?

An ELD is a hardware device that plugs into a commercial motor vehicle’s engine control module through the vehicle’s diagnostic port and automatically records the data required by FMCSA’s technical standard in 49 CFR Appendix A to Subpart B of Part 395. It is not optional software, a smartphone app running without hardware, or a GPS-only device. A compliant ELD must have an integral synchronization with the CMV engine’s ECM.

The ELD itself is the hardware that connects to the engine. The driver interface is a separate component, typically a tablet or dedicated display screen, that the driver uses to view their logs, manage duty status changes, and transfer records to a roadside officer. Some ELD systems use a dedicated rugged tablet. Others allow connection to an Android or iOS device. The hardware that connects to the ECM and the display the driver sees are two distinct parts of the same system.

An ELD records your driver’s Record of Duty Status electronically, automatically, and in a standardized format that FMCSA can read and verify at any roadside inspection. It does not replace the Hours of Service rules. It enforces them by making the record automatic and tamper-resistant.

How Does an ELD Actually Work?

An ELD works by maintaining a continuous, synchronized connection to your truck’s engine control module and using engine data, not GPS data, to determine when the vehicle is moving and when it is not.

The physical connection is made through the vehicle’s diagnostic port. For heavy-duty commercial trucks in Classes 7 and 8, this is typically the 9-pin or 6-pin diagnostic connector using the J1939 or J1708 protocol. For lighter commercial vehicles, the connection is made through the OBD-II port. The Geosavi ELD supports all three connection types: J1939, J1708, and OBD-II via a single ELD cable that plugs directly into the diagnostic port.

Once connected, the ELD monitors the engine continuously. When the vehicle begins moving above 5 miles per hour and has been in motion for at least 60 consecutive seconds, the ELD automatically changes the driver’s duty status to Driving. The driver does not need to tap a button or confirm the change. The record is made automatically from engine data.

When the vehicle stops, the ELD waits for the driver to indicate whether they are on-duty not driving, off-duty, or in the sleeper berth. If the driver does not make a selection within a set time, the system may flag the event for annotation. Every duty status change is time-stamped and location-stamped automatically.

The ELD synchronizes with the engine’s internal clock to maintain accurate timing. It cannot rely solely on GPS for mileage or motion detection. The engine connection is what makes the record tamper-resistant. Nobody can go back and change the engine’s operating history.

What Does an ELD Record?

According to FMCSA’s own description at eld.fmcsa.dot.gov, an ELD synchronizes with the CMV engine to automatically record the following data points:

Engine power status: When the engine turns on and when it turns off. Every ignition event is logged with a timestamp and location.

Vehicle motion status: When the vehicle begins moving and when it stops. Motion is detected through the ECM connection, not GPS alone.

Miles driven: The distance the vehicle travels during each duty period is recorded by jurisdiction for IFTA reporting purposes.

Engine hours: The total running time of the engine, regardless of whether the vehicle is moving.

Driver and vehicle identification: The ELD links each record to a specific driver login, a specific vehicle, and a specific motor carrier. Every record is traceable to a person, a truck, and a company.

Duty status: The driver’s current status at every point in the day: driving, on-duty not driving, off-duty, or sleeper berth.

Location data: GPS coordinates recorded at every duty status change and at regular intervals during driving.

Edit history and annotations: Every edit made to a log after the fact is recorded with a timestamp, the original data, the edited data, and an annotation explaining the reason. Edits cannot erase the original record.

Beyond these required data points, the FMCSA technical standard in 49 CFR Appendix A to Subpart B of Part 395 allows ELD platforms to capture additional operational data. The Geosavi ELD platform records DVIR completion data, IFTA mileage by jurisdiction, unidentified driving events, and exception claims such as adverse driving conditions or personal conveyance, all of which are confirmed features at Geosavi ELD platform page. 

What Are the Four Duty Statuses an ELD Tracks?

Every hour of your driver’s day falls into one of four categories. The ELD records all four automatically and does not allow gaps in the record.

Driving: Any time the vehicle is in motion above 5 miles per hour for at least 60 consecutive seconds, recorded automatically. The driver cannot manually set this status while the vehicle is moving.

On-duty not driving: Any time the driver is working but not behind the wheel. Loading, fueling, pre-trip inspection, waiting at a dock, or any other work activity. The driver sets this status manually when they begin a non-driving work activity.

Off-duty: Time during which the driver is completely relieved of all work responsibilities. The driver sets this manually. Off-duty time does not count against the 14-hour on-duty window.

Sleeper berth: Time spent in the truck’s sleeper berth as part of a split rest period. Applies primarily to long-haul drivers using the sleeper berth provision.

A gap in the record, such as vehicle movement detected by the ECM during a logged-off-duty period, is one of the most common compliance flags at roadside inspections in 2026. If the engine shows the truck moved while the driver was logged off-duty, that inconsistency triggers a deeper review.

How Does an ELD Compare to a Paper Log?

This table shows the practical difference between an ELD and a paper log across every area that matters to your fleet’s compliance record.

Who Must Have an ELD?

The ELD mandate under 49 CFR Part 395 applies to most commercial motor vehicle drivers who are required to keep Records of Duty Status. Specifically, the mandate covers property-carrying CMV drivers operating in interstate commerce in vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating or gross combination weight rating above 10,001 pounds. Passenger-carrying CMV drivers operating vehicles designed or used to transport 9 or more passengers including the driver for compensation, or 16 or more passengers including the driver not for compensation. Drivers who are required to keep RODS for at least 8 days in any 30-day period.

One point many local carriers miss in 2026: medium-duty trucks in the 10,001 to 26,000-pound range making interstate deliveries fall under exactly the same ELD rules as a Class 8 tractor-trailer. FMCSA is specifically targeting this segment in 2026. Box trucks, sprinters, and medium-duty delivery vehicles crossing state lines are subject to the full ELD mandate if their GVWR exceeds 10,001 pounds. The only relief available for those vehicles comes through one of the standard exemptions below.

Who Is Exempt From the ELD Requirement?

Several categories of drivers and vehicles are exempt from the ELD requirement. The most commonly used exemptions in 2026 are:

Short-haul exemption under 49 CFR 395.1(e): Drivers who operate within a 150 air-mile radius of their normal work reporting location and return to that location within 14 hours are not required to keep Records of Duty Status or use an ELD on qualifying days. Since September 29, 2020, both CDL and non-CDL drivers qualify within the same 150 air-mile radius. The old 100 air-mile CDL limit no longer applies under federal rules. For a full breakdown of every condition and how to qualify day by day, read our guide on ELD requirements for local trucking.

Pre-2000 engine exemption under 49 CFR 395.8(a)(1)(iii): Vehicles with engines manufactured before model year 2000 are exempt from the ELD requirement. The engine model year is what matters, not the vehicle title year. A truck with a 1999 engine in a 2005 chassis qualifies. A truck with a 2002 replacement engine in a vehicle registered as a 1999 does not.

Driveaway-towaway exemption: Drivers conducting driveaway-towaway operations where the vehicle being driven is the commodity being delivered are exempt from the ELD requirement.

8-in-30 provision under 49 CFR 395.8(a)(1)(ii): Short-haul drivers who occasionally exceed exemption conditions may use paper logs instead of an ELD on those days, as long as they exceed conditions on no more than 8 days in any rolling 30-day period. On the ninth exceeding day, an ELD is required from the moment the driver begins work.

Agricultural exemption under 49 CFR 395.1(k): During planting and harvesting periods, drivers transporting agricultural commodities or farm supplies within a 150 air-mile radius of the source are completely exempt from HOS regulations during those periods.

What Does FMCSA Registration Actually Mean?

FMCSA registration is a manufacturer self-certification, not a government quality test or approval. This is one of the most important things every fleet manager needs to understand about the ELD registered list.

When a manufacturer registers an ELD, they are certifying that their device meets the technical specifications in 49 CFR Appendix A to Subpart B of Part 395. FMCSA does not independently test or verify the device before adding it to the registered list. The registration is based entirely on the manufacturer’s own declaration.

This means a device can appear on the registered list and still fail to actually meet the technical standard. FMCSA audits registered devices periodically and removes those that fail. The revocation is the enforcement mechanism, not the registration.

What this means for your fleet: being on the registered list is a necessary condition for ELD compliance but not a sufficient one. A device needs to be on the registered list today, not just when you bought it. You need to check the list regularly because devices get removed without warning to the carrier.

When an ELD is removed from the registered list, FMCSA posts the revocation on the news and events page at eld.fmcsa.dot.gov and sends an industry email. Your ELD vendor may or may not notify you. FMCSA’s guidance is to assume they will not and to check the list yourself monthly.

What Is the 2026 ELD Revocation Wave?

The pace of ELD revocations has accelerated significantly since January 2025. As of May 20, 2026, FMCSA has removed 79 devices from its registered list in 16 and a half months. That is an average of nearly 5 devices per month. On May 20, 2026, FMCSA removed 12 devices in a single day, the largest single-day revocation event since the eight-device Gorilla Fleet Safety sweep in May 2025.

The 12 devices removed on May 20, 2026 are 888 ELD, Dragon ELD, Action ELD, Mondo ELD HOS, First ELD, First ELD V2.0, MTL ELD, USPower ELD, Sam Freight ELD, DSGELOGS, Cobra ELD, and GT USA ELOGS. All failed to meet the minimum requirements in 49 CFR Appendix A to Subpart B of Part 395. Carriers using any of these devices have until July 20, 2026 to replace them with a compliant device from the registered list.

On May 7, 2026, FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs confirmed the agency’s position directly: Safety is not optional, and neither is compliance. FMCSA is serious about removing unsafe and unreliable electronic logging devices from the market and holding manufacturers accountable to federal safety standards.

The consequence of running a revoked device after the 60-day grace period expires is a citation under 49 CFR 395.8(a)(1) for no record of duty status and an immediate out-of-service order. The driver is placed out of service on the spot regardless of how accurate the logs appear. A revoked device is treated the same as no device at all.

Check the FMCSA registered devices list every month. The revocation rate in 2026 means a device that was registered when you bought it may not be registered today.

How Does an ELD Work at a Roadside Inspection?

At a DOT roadside inspection, your driver needs to produce 8 days of records, the current day plus the previous 7, quickly and clearly. An ELD produces those records in seconds in a standardized format that any enforcement officer can read.

FMCSA requires ELDs to support two categories of data transfer. Telematics transfer covers web services and encrypted email. Local transfer covers Bluetooth and USB 2.0. A compliant ELD must support both categories. If an officer requests a transfer at an inspection and only one method works, the carrier has a compliance problem regardless of how accurate the logs are.

The officer reads the standardized display on the ELD screen or receives an electronic transfer to their own device. The data is in the format FMCSA requires, with duty status, location, timestamps, engine data, and any edit annotations already present and clearly marked.

In 2026, officers are also verifying in real time that the specific device in your truck appears on the current FMCSA registered list. A device that was registered when you bought it but has since been revoked is treated as no ELD at all, regardless of what the logs show. The Geosavi ELD is FMCSA-registered and you can verify its current status on the FMCSA registered devices list at any time. For more on how ELDs protect your drivers at roadside inspections, read our article on how ELDs promote safer roads.

What Do You Do When Your ELD Malfunctions?

When an ELD malfunctions, your driver must follow a specific procedure defined by FMCSA. The malfunction does not excuse the driver from keeping records of duty status. It changes how those records are kept temporarily.

The driver must note the malfunction in the ELD’s annotation field if the device still has any function. They must immediately reconstruct their records of duty status on paper for the current day and for the previous 7 days to the extent those records are not already stored in the device.

The carrier must be notified of the malfunction within 24 hours. The carrier then has 8 days to repair or replace the ELD. During that period, the driver keeps paper logs and carries a written note confirming the malfunction, signed by the carrier, explaining the reason for the paper records.

If a driver is stopped during the malfunction period and is using paper logs correctly with the carrier’s written explanation, they should not be cited for ELD non-compliance. The officer may verify the malfunction claim. A driver who cannot produce either a functioning ELD record or the required paper log and carrier annotation during a malfunction period will be cited under 49 CFR 395.8(a)(1).

Our support team is available around the clock if your Geosavi ELD ever experiences a technical issue. We provide 24-hour, 7-day technical support and a 30-day money-back guarantee on every platform.

What Should You Look for When Choosing an ELD?

Choosing an ELD is a business decision that affects every driver on your fleet, every roadside inspection your trucks go through, and your CSA score for the next 24 months. A lot of carriers find out the hard way that the cheapest device costs the most when it gets revoked six months after purchase.

FMCSA registration status: Check the FMCSA-registered devices list yourself before buying. Do not rely on a vendor’s marketing claim. With 79 devices removed since January 2025, verification is not optional. Check monthly after purchase.

ECM connection type: A compliant ELD must connect to the vehicle’s ECM. Ask specifically whether the device connects via J1939, J1708, or OBD-II. If the provider cannot name the connection type, that is a serious red flag. GPS-only devices do not meet the FMCSA technical standard.

Both data transfer methods: Ask whether the device supports both telematics transfer and local transfer. Both must work. A device that only supports one method will create a compliance problem the first time an officer requests the other.

Hardware quality: Ask whether the tablet or display is certified to SAE J1455, the automotive industry standard for withstanding extreme temperatures and working conditions inside a commercial vehicle. Consumer-grade tablets are a common source of ELD failures at roadside inspections.

24-hour technical support: A driver with a malfunctioning ELD at 2 AM on a Sunday needs a person on the phone. Ask specifically whether live support is available at that hour.

Revocation notification policy: Ask how the provider notifies customers if their device is revoked. A provider with no clear answer to this question is one whose device may already be under review.

Money-back guarantee: A provider confident in their product stands behind it. Geosavi backs every platform with a 30-day money-back guarantee. If it does not work the way it was described, you get your money back.

How Does the Geosavi ELD Platform Work?

The Geosavi ELD is FMCSA-registered, connects directly to your truck’s ECM, and gives your drivers real-time visibility into their remaining hours so they never run out of legal time in the wrong place.

The Geosavi ELD connects to your truck’s engine control module via J1939, J1708, or OBD-II cable. Driving time is recorded automatically the moment the truck moves. Your driver does not enter hours manually. The record comes from the engine, not from memory at the end of a long shift.

Your drivers see remaining hours on a clear screen with day and night mode, which reduces eye strain during early morning or overnight runs. When hours are running short, the display shows that before the limit is reached, not after. That gives your driver time to plan a stop rather than running out of legal time in the wrong location.

For your back office, the Geosavi online management portal shows every driver’s current duty status and remaining hours in real time. You can review logs, check for exceptions, run IFTA reports, and pull any driver’s records before a DOT audit asks for them. Catching a log issue before an inspector does is always the better outcome for your operation.

The Geosavi ELD rugged tablet is SAE J1455 certified for extreme temperatures and working conditions inside a commercial vehicle cab. Consumer-grade devices are a common source of ELD failures at roadside inspections. Our hardware is built for the environment your truck operates in every day.

Our platform supports all three required data transfer methods: Bluetooth, USB, and encrypted email. At any inspection, your driver can transfer records to an officer without calling dispatch. Have questions about how the Geosavi ELD works for your fleet? Check our FAQ page or call us today at (800) 261-4361. Full platform details are on our ELD platform page.

Questions Before You Buy

Choosing an ELD is a business decision that affects every driver on your fleet, every roadside inspection your trucks go through, and your CSA score for the next 24 months. A lot of carriers find out the hard way that the cheapest device costs the most when it gets revoked six months after purchase.

Before you sign any ELD contract or hand a tablet to your first driver, these are the questions you need answered. A provider that cannot answer them clearly is a provider worth walking away from.

Is your ELD currently on the FMCSA registered list and has it ever been revoked?

Check the FMCSA-registered devices list yourself. With 79 devices removed since January 2025, this verification step is not optional. Check the list monthly after purchase and ask the provider how they notify customers if a revocation is issued.

Does your ELD connect to the truck’s ECM or does it rely on GPS alone?

A compliant ELD under 49 CFR Part 395 must connect to the vehicle’s ECM. GPS-only devices do not meet the FMCSA technical standard regardless of how they are marketed. Ask specifically whether the device connects via J1939, J1708, or OBD-II.

Does your ELD support both telematics and local data transfer?

FMCSA requires ELDs to support both telematics transfer, covering web services and encrypted email, and local transfer, covering Bluetooth and USB 2.0. Both must work. Ask whether both are currently supported on the device in hand.

What happens to my fleet if your device gets revoked?

FMCSA gives carriers 60 days to replace a revoked device. That sounds like enough time. It is not, once you factor in ordering, shipping, installation, and driver retraining. A provider with a good answer tells you exactly how they notify customers and how fast they support a transition.

Is your hardware certified for a commercial cab environment?

Ask whether the tablet is certified to SAE J1455, the automotive industry standard for extreme vehicle operating conditions. Consumer tablets are a common source of ELD failures at roadside inspections, particularly in hot weather. The Geosavi rugged tablet is SAE J1455 certified.

What does 24-hour technical support actually look like?

A driver with a malfunctioning ELD at 2 AM needs a person on the phone. Ask whether live support is available at that hour and what the response time is for urgent issues in the field.

What is included in the monthly fee?

Ask whether IFTA reporting, DVIR integration, and back-office portal access are included or carry additional cost. Ask what happens to your data if you cancel. Visit our price calculator for our full pricing with no surprises.

Do you offer a money-back guarantee?

Geosavi backs every platform with a 30-day money-back guarantee. If it does not work the way it was described, you get your money back.

ELD Questions Answered

About ELDs and How They Work

Is an ELD the same as a GPS tracker?

No. An ELD and a GPS tracker are different devices with different legal requirements and different functions. An ELD connects to your truck’s engine control module and records Hours of Service data as required by 49 CFR Part 395. A GPS tracker records location data. FMCSA’s ELD technical standard requires an ECM connection specifically because GPS alone is not sufficient to create a tamper-resistant HOS record. Many ELD platforms include GPS as an additional feature, but the GPS component is not what makes the device a compliant ELD.

Can my driver use a smartphone app as an ELD without any additional hardware?

No. A compliant ELD requires a hardware component that physically connects to the vehicle’s ECM. A smartphone app running without that hardware connection does not meet the FMCSA technical standard regardless of how it is marketed. The app is the display interface. The hardware that plugs into the diagnostic port is the ELD. Both components are required.

What happens if my driver forgets to change their duty status on the ELD?

The ELD records driving time automatically the moment the vehicle moves above 5 miles per hour for 60 consecutive seconds. The driving status does not require the driver to do anything. For non-driving status changes, if the driver does not manually update their status after a driving period ends, the ELD may flag the event as an exception requiring annotation. Unresolved exceptions are a compliance flag at roadside inspections.

How far back does an ELD store records?

Under 49 CFR 395.8(k)(1), carriers are required to retain ELD records for a minimum of 6 months. Most compliant ELD platforms store records on the device and in the cloud. At a roadside inspection, your driver needs to produce the current day plus the previous 7 days on demand. Your back office needs 6 months accessible for any compliance review or DOT audit.

Can a driver edit their ELD logs after the fact?

A driver can annotate and propose edits to their ELD records, but the original data is never deleted. Every edit is recorded with the original entry, the proposed change, a timestamp, and a mandatory annotation explaining the reason. If a co-driver or carrier administrator accepts the edit, both the original and the edited version remain in the record. This edit trail is reviewed at roadside inspections and compliance audits. A pattern of unexplained edits is a significant compliance flag in 2026.

What is the difference between an ELD and an AOBRD?

An AOBRD, or Automatic On-Board Recording Device, was the predecessor to the ELD under the old 49 CFR 395.15 rule. AOBRDs were grandfathered in for a transition period but that period ended December 16, 2019. No AOBRD is compliant in 2026. If anyone offers you an AOBRD as an ELD solution, do not purchase it. Every device in use today must be a compliant ELD from the registered list at eld.fmcsa.dot.gov.

Does an ELD work when there is no cell signal?

Yes. A compliant ELD stores data locally on the device and does not require a continuous cellular connection to record HOS data. The ECM connection is local and works regardless of signal strength. Cloud sync and telematics transfer require connectivity, but the core logging function works offline. FMCSA’s technical standard requires ELD hardware to be capable of storing data locally for at least two days in the event of signal loss.

What does an ELD do during a border crossing into Canada?

The ELD mandate is a federal US regulation. When operating in Canada, drivers are subject to Canadian federal and provincial HOS rules. Many ELD platforms including Geosavi support both US and Canadian HOS rules within the same platform. Your driver selects the applicable ruleset for the jurisdiction they are operating in. If your drivers run cross-border routes, verify that your ELD platform specifically supports Canadian HOS rules before dispatch.

About ELD Compliance and Enforcement

How does FMCSA know if my ELD is working correctly at a roadside inspection?

Officers verify compliance in several ways. They check the device identifier against the current FMCSA-registered list. They review the data display for required data fields. They check for unidentified driving time, unresolved exceptions, and edit patterns that suggest manipulation. They cross-check ELD logs against supporting documents including fuel receipts, toll records, and dispatch data under 49 CFR 395.8(k). In 2026, Level VIII electronic inspections also allow enforcement systems to receive your HOS compliance status from your vehicle’s telematics while the truck is still moving.

Can the Geosavi ELD help my drivers stay compliant every day?

Yes. The Geosavi ELD shows your driver their remaining hours on the device screen throughout every shift in real time. When hours are running short, the display shows that before the limit is reached, not after. From your management portal, you can see every driver’s remaining hours before you dispatch them. If a driver does not have enough legal hours to complete a delivery, you know that before the truck leaves the yard. That combination of real-time driver visibility and back-office oversight is how the Geosavi ELD keeps your fleet compliant before a violation happens rather than after an officer finds it. Call us at (800) 261-4361 or visit our ELD platform page to see how it works for your fleet. 

Conclusion

An ELD is not a compliance box you tick once and forget. It is the hardware that connects your truck’s engine to the federal Hours of Service record, and in 2026 that connection carries more weight than at any point since the mandate began.

The revocation wave has changed the landscape. With 79 devices removed since January 2025 including 12 in a single day on May 20, 2026, the registered list is no longer a one-time check at purchase. It is a monthly responsibility. A device that was registered when you bought it may not be registered today. A driver using a revoked device after the grace period expires gets cited and placed out of service regardless of how clean the logs look.

The Geosavi ELD platform is FMCSA-registered, hardware-certified, and backed by 24-hour support and a 30-day money-back guarantee. Call us at (800) 261-4361 or contact our team at Geosavi and we will get back to you the same day.