Every feature you need to stay compliant

ERETHELD ERS238 covers the full FMCSA ELD mandate — automatic logging, inspections, DOT transfers, and fleet management in one connected platform.

8 ELD Features
49 CFR 395 Certified
FMCSA ELD ID: ERS238
99.9% Uptime
Hours of Service

Automatic HOS logging — zero manual input

The ERETHELD ERS238 connects to your truck's ECM port and automatically records all driving time. No buttons to press while driving.

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Engine-connected recording (5 mph threshold)
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60h/7-day rule set
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70h/8-day rule set
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Short-haul exception (150 air-mile radius)
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Personal conveyance (PC) mode
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Yard move (YM) mode
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Team driving support
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30-minute break reminder
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Automatic driving detection
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11-hour driving limit enforcement
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14-hour on-duty window tracking
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Weekly recap (8-day total)
Today's HOS
Mar 27, 2026
Driving
4h 22m
On Duty
1h 15m
Sleeper
0h 00m
Available
6h 38m
Driving used4h 22m of 11h
On-duty window5h 37m of 14h
Driving available6h 38m remaining
Driving — engine connected via ECM · ERS238
Vehicle Inspections

Digital DVIR — pre & post-trip in minutes

Replace paper Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports with digital forms. Complete your required inspections on your phone in under 3 minutes.

Pre-Trip Inspection
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20-point safety checklist
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Mark defects with notes
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Safe/unsafe to drive declaration
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GPS timestamp & location auto-recorded
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Driver signature captured
Post-Trip Inspection
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Confirm or update defect status
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Carrier notification on defect found
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Inspection history retained 90 days
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Printable PDF report
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FMCSA compliant format
20 Inspection Categories
Service Brakes Parking Brake Steering Lighting/Markers Tires Horn Wipers Mirrors Coupling Devices Wheels/Rims Emergency Equipment Heater/Defroster Fuel System Exhaust Frame/Body Suspension Fifth Wheel Trailer Brake Connections Cargo Securement Reflective Triangles
Driver Vehicle Inspection
Pre-Trip
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Service Brakes
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Tires — All Axles
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Lighting/Markers — Left marker dim
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Steering
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Horn
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Mirrors
Coupling Devices
Suspension
1 defect noted • Carrier notified
Safe to Drive
Unsafe
DOT Inspections

Transfer logs to officers in under 10 seconds

When pulled over for a roadside inspection, ERETHELD makes log transfer seamless with two FMCSA-required methods.

FMCSA Preferred
Web Services Transfer
Encrypted, instant data transmission directly to the FMCSA web services portal. The fastest and most secure method.
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Enter the officer's USDOT number
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Confirm transfer in the app
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Encrypted data transmitted instantly
Fallback Method
Email Transfer
Send the standardized ELD output file to the officer's email address. Available when web services are unreachable.
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Enter the officer's email address
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Confirm the send in the app
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ELD output file delivered via email
Local Display Mode: Officers may also view logs on-screen directly from your device. ERETHELD displays all required data fields in the FMCSA standardized format with no login required for the officer.
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Pull Over
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Open App
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DOT Mode
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Choose Method
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Transfer
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Done
GPS & Location

Real-time location built into every log

Every duty status change is automatically stamped with GPS coordinates. Fleet managers see live driver positions while drivers stay focused on the road.

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GNSS Positioning
GPS + GLONASS dual-system for accurate positioning in all conditions
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1-Minute Updates
Position refreshed every 60 seconds while the vehicle is in motion
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Status Change Stamps
Location recorded automatically on every duty status change event
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Log Annotations
Location automatically annotated on all ELD log entries as required by FMCSA
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Fleet Map View
Live map showing all drivers for fleet managers and dispatchers
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Geofence Alerts
Enter/exit notifications for defined zones — available on Fleet plan
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Location History
6 months of location history retained and accessible for audits
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ECM Odometer
Odometer readings pulled directly from the engine via ECM connection
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Location data is only used for FMCSA-required log annotations and fleet oversight. We never sell location data to third parties or use it for advertising purposes.
Fleet Management

See your entire fleet's compliance status at a glance

Fleet managers and carriers get a dedicated dashboard showing all drivers, their current duty status, HOS remaining, and any violations — updated in real time.

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Live driver status board (all drivers on one screen)
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HOS remaining per driver with color-coded alerts
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Violation alerts and compliance flags
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Driver performance reports (weekly & monthly)
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Bulk log export in CSV and PDF formats
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Carrier portal at portal.esseinc.com
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Dispatcher view with read-only driver status
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Multi-driver management with role-based access
Fleet dashboard features are available on the Small Fleet (2–9 drivers) and Fleet (10+ drivers) plans. View pricing →
Shared Platform

One account, two powerful tools

ERETHELD shares a single login with the ESSE Portal — a complete transportation management platform. Your ELD account IS your ESSE Portal account.

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Driver Management
Add, edit, and manage all drivers from one central dashboard
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Dispatch & Load Management
Assign loads and manage dispatch operations directly from the portal
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Document Storage
Store CDL, medical certificates, insurance docs, and more in one place
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Carrier Compliance Tracking
Monitor carrier compliance status and document expiration dates
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Invoicing & Settlements
Generate invoices and manage driver settlements — available on Pro tier
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Driver Messaging
Send messages directly to drivers through the portal and mobile app

No extra signup. No extra password. Create one account at portal.esseinc.com and access both ERETHELD ELD and the full ESSE Portal platform immediately.

Go to ESSE Portal →
iOS App

Native iOS app for professional drivers

Built specifically for commercial drivers — large controls, offline support, and a DOT inspection mode that keeps you moving through roadside checks.

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Optimized for iPhone and iPad
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Works offline — syncs when reconnected
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Large buttons designed for use while parked
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Push notifications for HOS alerts
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DOT inspection mode with large display
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Bluetooth pairing with ERS238 device
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Face ID / Touch ID login support
Download on the App Store

iOS app currently in review. Contact info@eretheld.com to join the beta.
Web app available now at eretheld.com/dashboard.html — works on all devices.

ERETH ELD
ERS238
Current Status
Driving
Since 08:14 AM • ECM connected
Drive Remaining
6:38
On-Duty Window
8:23
DOT Inspection Mode Transfer →
Pre-Trip DVIR Complete →
Log Graph View View →
Enterprise & Integration

API access for enterprise integrations

Connect ERETHELD data to your existing transportation management systems, build custom dashboards, or automate compliance workflows with our REST API.

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Integrate ELD data into your TMS (Transportation Management System)
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Automated compliance reporting and audit trails
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Custom dashboards and analytics pipelines
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Carrier portal white-labeling for enterprise clients
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Webhook notifications for HOS violations and alerts
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Data export to accounting and payroll software

Technical Specifications

REST API with JSON responses
OAuth 2.0 authentication
Webhook support for real-time events
Sandbox environment for testing
Rate limits: 1,000 req/min (enterprise)
Available on Fleet 10+ plan

API Documentation — Ready to integrate? Contact us for API access, credentials, and full documentation.

Contact info@eretheld.com →

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