Wi-Fi Hotspot
Connect your drivers to the cloud with the Wi-Fi Hotspot — built right into the Motive ELD.
Simple connectivity
Connect instantly to a hotspot that’s built right into the Vehicle Gateway, the Motive ELD. No additional hardware or setup is required.
Save money
Reduce or eliminate the need to purchase or reimburse data plans for drivers. The Wi-Fi Hotspot comes with 500MB/month of free data.
Driver updates
Receive driver updates and use Motive messaging without using mobile data on a driver’s cell phone.
Connect to the fleet hotspot with ease.
The Motive Vehicle Gateway automatically broadcasts a Wi-Fi network. Drivers can connect to this network with Wi-Fi-only mobile devices.
Control your data usage costs.
Works with popular Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions if you need to prevent other applications from using your monthly data allotment on entertainment or other non-business related use cases.
Frequently asked questions
What happens when I lose cell coverage?
Motive hours-of-service data is always transmitted from the Vehicle Gateway to the phone via your choice of Bluetooth or USB. Data will be sent to the dashboard when a cell connection is established. With Motive, losing your cell connection won’t put compliance at risk.
Do my drivers need a cell phone to use the fleet Wi-Fi?
The Wi-Fi Hotspot makes it possible for you to purchase Wi-Fi-only devices without having to buy a data plan for everyone.
Can I use Wi-Fi Hotspot data outside the U.S.?
Yes. Fleet hotspot data can also be used while roaming in Mexico and Canada.
What cellular network is used?
We partner with AT&T, the nation’s most reliable cell network.
Do I need an AT&T contract or account?
No. You don’t need an AT&T account to use Motive ELD, thanks to the Wi-Fi Hotspot. Your Motive contract covers the cellular connectivity built into the ELD.
Is there an extra cost to enable or use the fleet hotspot?
Our Vehicle Gateway (ELD) comes with a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot so that drivers don’t have to use their personal data plans. The Motive Pro and Enterprise plans include 500 MB of data per unit per month. Motive Starter plans do not include the Wi-Fi Hotspot.
What if I need more data?
Additional data packages are available for purchase.
How do I set up the Wi-Fi Hotspot?
Please review our Help Center articles to learn how to connect the Motive Wi-Fi Hotspot on the Driver App for Android and for iOS.
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