Truck drivers must manually track and manage complex hours-of-service regulations, including the 70-hour/8-day rule and recap calculations, to avoid running out of available driving hours.

Workarounds Described

• Manual mental calculations to track accumulating hours and when they reset
• Relying on experience/insider knowledge (e.g., no need for 34-hour restart just from hitting 70)

Implied Software Gaps

• Automatic recap calculator that shows available hours and upcoming resets
• Guidance system that clarifies regulatory nuances and prevents misconceptions

HOS Recap Optimizer

A mobile app that automatically calculates available driving hours under DOT rules, predicts future hour availability, and suggests optimal driving schedules to minimize downtime. It integrates with ELD data to provide real-time compliance guidance and avoid violations.