ELD Mandate Update: What All Drivers Need to Know Before April 2025

By April 2025, the FMCSA is tightening standards on ELD (Electronic Logging Device) compliance, including deactivating non-certified devices and cracking down on hours-of-service violations flagged by ELD audits.

Key Changes:

• ELD manufacturers must meet stricter tech specs by Q1 2025

• Devices not certified will be delisted

• Drivers using non-compliant ELDs may face serious fines

What Drivers Must Do:

• Check your current ELD’s compliance status on the FMCSA registry

• Contact your provider and ask for 2025 readiness updates

• Print and store backup paper logs in your truck just in case

Staying compliant doesn’t just protect your wallet—it protects your authority and keeps you on the road.