Staying compliant with Hours of Service (HOS) regulations is non-negotiable for any fleet operating in the U.S. Even a single violation can trigger costly penalties, audit risks, or worse- compromised safety on the road. But as your fleet grows, tracking every driver’s compliance manually becomes nearly impossible.
That’s where real-time HOS violation monitoring comes in. With TruckX, you can instantly check HOS violations across your entire fleet, saving time, reducing risk, and boosting operational confidence.
What Are HOS Violations and Why Do They Matter?
DOT Hours-Of-Service violations occur when drivers exceed their FMCSA-mandated driving limits. According to FMCSA regulations, drivers are only allowed to operate a commercial motor vehicle for a certain number of hours within a day or week. Violations include:
- Driving beyond the 11-hour limit
- Exceeding the 14-hour window
- Failing to take a 30-minute break
- Not observing the 34-hour restart rule
Each violation not only impacts your CSA (Compliance, Safety, Accountability) score but also raises the likelihood of roadside inspections, DOT audits, and insurance premium hikes.
The Problem With Manual Tracking
Relying on logbooks or outdated ELDs makes it easy to miss violations. Dispatchers may not notice when a driver goes over their hours. Drivers may not get real-time feedback on upcoming limits. This leads to accidental non-compliance and creates unnecessary clashes between drivers and fleet managers.
Instant Violation Checks With TruckX
TruckX offers a smarter way to monitor HOS violations, instantly, across your entire fleet. Whether you are an owner-operator managing one truck or a fleet manager overseeing multiple drivers, our platform lets you stay in control with zero guesswork.
Real-Time Violations AlertsÂ
As soon as a violation occurs, or is about to occur, TruckX sends real-time alerts via app notifications or dashboard prompts. This gives fleet managers the power to act fast, redirect assignments, or notify the driver before compliance is breached.
Fleet-Wide Violation Dashboard
TruckX’s Fleet Management App offers a centralized dashboard that displays all current, past, and potential HOS violations. You can sort by location, date, or type of violation. Instead of jumping between logbooks or phone calls, you get instant visibility into who is compliant and who isn’t.
Filter by Driver, Date, or Violation Type
Easily filter violations by driver name, route, or date range. Need to generate reports for audit preparation? Generate violation logs in one click. TruckX makes it simple to stay audit-ready without hours of spreadsheet work.
Simplify Compliance Monitoring
With all violations logged automatically and accessible in real-time, compliance checks no longer require back-and-forth calls or manual log reviews. This means less time wasted on admin work and more time focused on dispatch, routing, and operations.
Seamless Integration With TruckX ELD
All these features are powered by the TruckX ELD, a fully FMCSA-certified device trusted by over 100,000 drivers. Once installed, the ELD automatically tracks HOS logs and violation risks using GPS, vehicle motion data, and driver input.
No manual data entry. No syncing delays. Just plug it in, and it works reliably.
Additional Features That Enhance HOS Monitoring
- Driver and Fleet App: Let’s drivers see their remaining drive time, receive violation alerts, and edit logs (with annotations) in real time.
- Geofencing: Easily set virtual yard lines for key Shipper, Receiver, Yard, and Terminal locations. Instantly conduct virtual yard checks, monitor yard activity, and receive notifications when you arrive or leave designated areas. Obtain insights with in-depth geofence reports, analytics, and alerts to enhance efficiency and safety.
- E-DVIR: The smart pre- and post-trip inspection workflows help report small defects before they become big fines. In addition, our App carries over existing defects from past inspections and allows you to mark the vehicle as safe or not safe to drive.
- Real-time GPS tracking: 24/7 live GPS tracking with the TruckX Bluetooth ELD One— powered by a 4G SIM card for continuous connectivity, completely independent of the driver’s mobile device.
- IFTA Reporting: Get hassle-free, accurate IFTA Reporting for fast, effortless filing. The in-depth IFTA Trip History report details your vehicle’s activity to back up your fuel reports in case of an audit.
- DOT Inspection: The Bluetooth ELD inspection mode locks your logbook, displaying only what is legally required to show the officer. Supports direct FMCSA transfer, Email, PDF download, and print.
Why It Matters for Owner-Operators and Small Fleets
Larger fleets have dedicated compliance departments. But small businesses don’t always have that luxury. With TruckX, you get enterprise-grade compliance tools built for fleets of every size, without the overhead.
Owner-operators get peace of mind knowing they are never running afoul of the law. Small fleet managers can scale confidently, knowing HOS compliance won’t fall through the cracks.
Conclusion
HOS violations don’t just lead to fines; they disrupt operations, damage reputations, and cut into profits. TruckX gives you the tools to spot issues before they turn huge, act instantly when needed, and prove your compliance with ease. If you are looking to streamline your operations while keeping every truck legal and safe, we offer the simplest, most powerful solution on the market. Explore our fleet management solutions at TruckX.com or call +1 (650) 600-6007 today and discover how we can help you optimize your truck’s performance.
