The Good Deal GPS Electronic Logbook App, when used alone, is a fully editable electronic log that is a replacement for paper logs. The standalone Good Deal GPS Electronic Logbook App is compliant with USDOT / FMCSA rule 395.8 regarding a driver’s record of duty status and Canada’s commercial vehicle drivers hours of service regulations.

The Good Deal GPS ELD is a hardware device that connects to the diagnostic port (ECM) of a vehicle. When used in combination with the Good Deal GPS Electronic Logbook App, the ELD device automatically records driving time. This is in compliance with USDOT / FMCSA rule 395.15 regarding automatic on-board recording devices and the upcoming electronic logging device mandate. It is an optional paid service that works with the Good Deal GPS Electronic Logbook App. If you are interested in this smart hardware and software solution, please contact our sales team at usa@bransys.com.

Good Deal GPS lets drivers track, edit and submit their driver logs from their iPhone or Android device.

The application lets dispatchers view their drivers’ logs. Also they can track their location and exchange messages with their drivers, right from their computer.

Good Deal GPS can be used by drivers and dispatchers. Owner operators and company drivers use the Good Deal GPS app in place of paper logs.

Dispatchers, fleet managers, and safety officers use Good Deal GPS to audit their drivers’ logs and manage their fleets.

If you are using the standalone Good Deal GPS Electronic Logbook App to manually record your driving time, you may be required to print your logs for an officer at the time of an inspection. FMCSA guidance for rule 395.8 states:

At the time of an inspection of records by an enforcement official, the driver may display the current and prior seven days RODS to the official on the device’s screen.

If the enforcement official requests printed copies of the RODS, the driver must be given an opportunity to print the current and prior seven days RODS (if required on those days) at the time of inspection.

Most officers will view your logs on your mobile device or accept a copy of your logs via email or bluetooth, however an officer can request that a printed copy at the time of an inspection. You can print your logs directly from the Good Deal GPS App by following the directions for Android and iOS.

If you are using the Good Deal GPS ELD (engine-connected hardware that automatically records driving time), you do not have to print your logs for an officer at the time of an inspection. FMCSA guidance for rule 395.15 states:

IFTA Fuel Tax Reporting is a smart feature for companies using Good Deal GPS. IFTA Reporting allows you to view and download the state-by-state mileage of each vehicle. This is based on the odometer readings from the vehicles themselves. With the IFTA Reporting feature, companies can streamline the process to prepare IFTA documents.

Only with Good Deal GPS your first year costs can be as low as $300. While price should always be taken into consideration, it shouldn’t be the sole deciding factor in your decision to purchase a solution. It’s always a good idea to get a free demo of an ELD solution before buying. This will give you some great insights into the solution’s features, quality, and ease of use. Also you can always compare ELD prices here.

If you take the ELD early that means that you will have the same user experience. Also you will be able to take advantage of the early bird offer. If you keep your current AOBRD solution, you run the risk that your drivers may get confused by having to learn two standards.

ELD technology collects the same driver data that is currently monitored and recorded with paper logs. It limits on geographical tracking and other measures allow the driver to maintain a separation between duty hours and off-duty time.