MasterELD

MasterELD: The Comprehensive Electronic Logging Device Solution

MasterELD is a robust, all-in-one electronic logging device (ELD) and fleet management platform designed to ensure full compliance with FMCSA mandates. This professional solution goes beyond basic logging, offering dispatchers and drivers a unified system to streamline operations, enhance safety, and improve overall fleet efficiency. The MasterELD system integrates hardware and software to automatically record a driver’s Record of Duty Status (RODS), replacing error-prone paper logs with precise, automated data. For any commercial motor carrier, adopting MasterELD translates to simplified regulatory adherence and powerful tools for business growth.

Automated Hours of Service (HOS) Compliance

The core function of MasterELD is its automatic recording of driving time. Once the vehicle is in motion, the connected hardware device seamlessly communicates with the driver’s mobile app to record status changes. Drivers simply confirm their current duty status—Off Duty, Sleeper Berth, Driving, or On-Duty Not Driving—with a single tap. This automation creates an accurate, tamper-resistant log that is instantly available. The MasterELD system flags any potential violations of HOS rules, such as exceeding the 11-hour driving limit, allowing drivers and fleet managers to proactively adjust schedules to avoid compliance issues.

Real-Time GPS Fleet Tracking and Location History

Fleet managers utilize the MasterELD web portal or manager app to view the live location of all equipped vehicles on an interactive map. This real-time visibility provides the exact location, speed, and direction of each asset. The MasterELD platform stores detailed location history, enabling managers to review past routes, verify job site arrivals and departures, and analyze idle times. This data is crucial for optimizing dispatch, improving routing efficiency, and providing accurate estimated times of arrival to customers, all managed through the comprehensive MasterELD interface.

Simplified Electronic Log Editing and Annotations

Drivers and authorized personnel can make necessary edits to their electronic logs directly within the MasterELD app to ensure accuracy. If an automatic status change needs correction—for instance, if a driver forgets to switch to Off Duty after parking—they can easily edit the log and add a required annotation explaining the reason for the change. The MasterELD software maintains an audit trail for all edits, preserving the original recorded data. This transparent process ensures logs remain compliant during a DOT inspection while providing flexibility for drivers to document their day accurately.

DOT Inspection Mode and Data Transfer

During a roadside inspection, drivers can quickly present their logs using the MasterELD app. With one tap, they activate the dedicated "DOT Inspection Mode," which displays a simplified, easy-to-read view of the current day’s log and the previous seven days. For officers requiring the data file, the MasterELD device supports data transfer via both wireless web services and a local USB connection, ensuring compatibility with all DOT inspection procedures. This streamlined process minimizes inspection time and demonstrates a high level of compliance and professionalism.

Vehicle Diagnostics and Fault Code Monitoring

The MasterELD hardware connector plugs directly into the vehicle’s diagnostic port (J1939 or J1708), enabling it to monitor engine data and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). The MasterELD system can alert drivers and fleet managers to active fault codes, such as engine or emission system issues, directly through the app. This proactive monitoring helps prevent minor mechanical problems from escalating into costly roadside breakdowns. Fleet managers can schedule maintenance based on actual vehicle data provided by MasterELD, promoting vehicle health and reducing unexpected repair costs.

Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR)

The MasterELD app digitizes the pre-trip and post-trip inspection process. Drivers complete their DVIR electronically each day, going through a checklist of vehicle components. If a defect is found, they can document it with notes and photos directly within the MasterELD interface. Once submitted, the report is instantly available to maintenance managers, who can review defects, acknowledge repairs, and sign off on the DVIR—all within the same MasterELD platform. This creates a seamless, paperless workflow that ensures safety issues are addressed promptly and documentation is securely stored.