FMCSA says paper copy of ELD owner’s manual no longer needed - Truck News
FMCSA no longer requires drivers to keep a paper copy of the ELD owner's manual in the vehicle.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Trucking / FMCSA Compliance space on August 10, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. All commercial motor vehicle drivers and carriers using electronic logging devices (ELDs). should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified; change is effective immediately.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Trucking / FMCSA Compliance continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
The FMCSA has removed the requirement to maintain a paper copy of the ELD owner's manual in the vehicle.
Who it affects
All commercial motor vehicle drivers and carriers using electronic logging devices (ELDs).
What you must do
No immediate action required; drivers may discard paper manuals, but should ensure they can still access the manual electronically if needed.
Deadline
Not specified; change is effective immediately.
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