Electronic on-board recorder

However, in Europe, the new digital tachograph which is considered secure, can be tricked with a round magnet placed by drivers over the connection to the transmission box.

On January 31, 2011, the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) proposed a rule requiring Electronic On-Board Recorders for interstate commercial truck and bus companies.

The proposed rule covers interstate carriers that currently use log books to record driver's hours of service.

EOBRs do not automatically record changes in non-driving duty status and, therefore, is somewhat similar to paper logs being that it is only accurate while the truck is in motion.

In order to be considered an ELD, the device must meet specific technology requirements and be included on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) registration site.