Trucking industry organizations and stakeholders are commenting on the rule that will require ELDs by December 2017, with some offering favorable feedback and others questioning the rule’s necessity.
American Trucking Associations: ATA said it’s pleased with the release of the rule.
“Today is truly a historic day for trucking,” said ATA President and CEO Bill Graves. “This regulation will change the trucking industry – for the better – forever. An already safe and efficient industry will get more so with the aid of this proven technology.”
ATA said an ELD requirement has been a top priority of the association since 2010.
“ATA looks forward to working closely with FMCSA, state law enforcement agencies, as well as our members and industry partners during the two-year transition to full implementation of this safety technology,” said Dave Osiecki, ATA executive vice president and chief of national advocacy.
Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association:
