ELD Guides for Drivers and Fleets
Factor ELD shares practical guides to electronic logging devices, driver logs, and everyday fleet operations. Explore setup checklists, troubleshooting advice, and questions to review when choosing an ELD.
Articles and guides
25–36 of 99 articles
Security
ELD Cybersecurity Basics for Trucking Companies
Review accounts, devices, and integrations to identify practical ways to protect your fleet’s ELD access.
Security
ELD Data Privacy
Map which ELD data is collected, who can access it, and how records are shared, stored, and removed.
Devices
IFTA and ELD: What Data Overlaps?
See which vehicle, time, location, and distance data overlaps between ELD records and IFTA reporting.
Compliance
Understanding ELD Violation Codes
Identify where an ELD-related code comes from before choosing the right explanation and next step.
Compliance
Preparing Drivers for ELD Inspections
Prepare drivers to display or transfer records and follow the roadside workflow for their installed ELD.
Operations
ELD Onboarding Checklist for New Drivers
Prepare new drivers to complete a full ELD workday, from signing in to reviewing and certifying logs.
Compliance
ELD Policy Template for Trucking Companies
Build a fleet ELD policy covering accounts, log edits, special driving, malfunctions, training, and record storage.
Setup
ELD Implementation Checklist for New Fleets
Plan an ELD rollout with vehicle checks, driver training, inspection practice, and a clear fallback procedure.
Devices
Choosing an ELD for Android
Check your Android device, app permissions, truck connection, and recovery after signal loss before choosing an ELD.
Comparisons
Bluetooth ELD vs Wired ELD: Pros and Cons
Compare connection methods, installation needs, power, and recovery steps for Bluetooth and wired ELD setups.
Troubleshooting
ELD GPS Drift: Causes and Next Steps
Investigate repeated location jumps using timestamps, vehicle movement, and device diagnostics before changing records.
Troubleshooting
ELD Odometer Mismatch: Causes and Fixes
Check vehicle assignment, units, engine data, and maintenance history when ELD mileage does not match expectations.