Drivers who use the timecard exception are not required to keep records of duty status (RODS) or use ELD's. These drivers include:
- drivers who use paper RODS for not more than 8 days out of a every 30-day period;
- drivers of vehicles manufactured before the model year 2000 (as reflected on the vehicle registration);
- drivers who are required to keep RODS not more than 8 days within any 30-day period;
- drivers who conduct drive-away-tow-away operations.