The Free ELD

You Pay Nothing. Forever.

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FMCSA Compliance.
without

OUT OF
the box.

Class8 connects to factory-installed hardware to provide compliance without costs.

No hardware. No fees. no hassles.

With the Class8 ELD, you get compliance along with everything else you need to run your business.

FMCSA Compliance

Breadcrumb Trails

DVIR

Trip Reports

DOT Inspection Mode

Geofencing

IFTA

Document Management

Messaging

Team Driving

…AND NO ROADSIDE BREAKDOWNS

Everything from fault codes to clutch wear, to battery health. Class8 keeps you on the road.

Of course, it doesn’t do everything.

If you want these other features👇, you’ll need to buy from one of our competitors.

Driver facing spy “coaching” cameras

AI-powered eye tracking to detect if you’re blinking too slowly

Mood ring integration to tell dispatch how you're feeling

Bot-splaining trucking to drivers that have been doing this job for years

Voice assistant that tells you when to shift gears

No Strings Attached.
Or cords. Or plugs.

No fine print, and no hidden fees. Daimler Truck North America built the hardware into your truck and partnered with Class8 to make it ELD-compliant.

It’s free because our business model doesn’t depend on selling boxes. We make money on other products, but don’t worry, you’re not obligated to use them. You can use the ELD for free, and never even try them, though (and we might be a bit biased) we do think you would be missing out…

DISPATCH AI

Increase profitability

Maximize utilization

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Voice AI

100+ brokers at once

Automatically secure the best rate

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Load Optimization

Increase your profit per mile

Reduce empty miles

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Just Add VIN, And You’re In

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Mixed Fleet? No Problem!

You don’t have to swap out every truck. Run Class8 where it fits, keep your existing ELDs where you need them. Manage every truck from one screen.

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FAQs

1. Will I get a free dongle and cable?

No, but that’s only because there is no dongle or cable to install. Daimler Truck already factory-installed the telematics hardware in your truck. When you combine that with the Class8 app, you have an FMCSA compliant ELD.

2. Why don’t you use a separate ELD device?

a. Daimler Truck already factory-installed the telematics hardware in your truck so you don’t need a separate ELD device.

b. Cellular coverage is also much better than it used to be so it’s a lot easier to do this today than it was when the ELD mandate dropped in 2017. Take a look:

c. Cellular Coverage in 2017

d. Cellular Coverage Today

e. You have everything you need for ELD compliance without paying extra for a separate box.

3. What trucks / models can use the free Class8 ELD?

Class8 works with North American built Daimler and Freightliner trucks, 2019 model years and newer. Some exceptions may apply.

4. What if my truck doesn’t have factory installed telematics?

Unfortunately, at this time we can only offer this service with compatible trucks that have compliant factory-installed telematics but you can connect your existing ELDs to Class8 and manage every asset from a single screen. Connect with our sales team to learn more. hello@class8.com

5. Are there any additional costs?

No, there are no additional costs. If you have an eligible truck, just download the free Class8 ELD app to your cell phone or tablet (we don't provide the mobile device or data plan) and get started. See our full terms and conditions for more details.
Class8 offers other free and paid solutions we think you’ll love but the ELD app is 100% free and will be forever.
1. Dispatch AI: Increase profitability. Maximize utilization.
2. Voice AI: Call multiple brokers at once and book the right spot market load.

6. Who is this ELD for?

Whether you have 1 truck or 100+, this ELD is for you.
It’s perfect for:
1. Truckers with Daimler and Freightliner trucks, 2019 model years and newer.
2. Truckers that want to keep more of what they earn.
3. Truckers that want solid features with the best price point in the industry.
With a web portal for dispatchers & admins and a mobile app for drivers everyone that needs access is covered.

7. How do I know this is legit?

We’re FMCSA certified. Just search “Class8” on the FMCSA’s list of certified ELDs.
It costs nothing to try us out. Download the app, set up your account and see how you like it. Since there are no contracts and no fees, you don’t need a credit card and can leave anytime.

8. How do I get started?

Create your account here.
Complete our quick onboarding.
Invite your driver(s).

9. Have other questions?

Book a call with our sales team or send us an email at hello@class8.com.

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90% of issues can be solved through our robust self-serve knowledge base or by talking with our chatbot which can help you find what you need and troubleshoot on your own.