Can ETC Cards Be Stolen and Swiped?

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ETC cards can be stolen and swiped, so it is recommended to remove the ETC card when parking to prevent unauthorized transactions. Precautions for using ETC: The ETC transaction sensing range is 8 meters. When encountering a stationary vehicle ahead, to prevent issues with the vehicle's ETC device or if it lacks an ETC device altogether, maintain a distance of more than 10 meters to avoid automatic sensing and paying for the vehicle in front. The ETC lane recognition speed is 20 km/h. Driving too fast may prevent the system from reading the vehicle's device information, leading to failed transactions. Unauthorized removal or movement of the OBU device, or if the ETC electronic tag falls off or becomes loose, will render the electronic tag invalid. In such cases, the device can be taken to the bank where the ETC card was issued or to a highway service center for inspection. If the tag loosens or falls off due to non-human factors, it only needs to be reactivated. When using a debit card linked to ETC, insufficient balance can also cause transaction failures. Follow the guidance of on-site staff to use the manual MTC lane and pay with cash or card. Windshields that are too thick may cause poor signal reception. This is particularly important for vehicles that have had their windshields replaced after an accident or for those who have modified their front windshields.