Can I use the manual lane if I have ETC?

[Frank]

If you have ETC, you can choose to use the manual lane on the highway. Since the manual lane is not equipped with an ETC sensor, it is natural to use the manual lane to take a card and pay. There are two ways to take the card in the manual lane: one is to receive the card from a professional staff member, and the other is to take the card from the card dispenser by yourself. When passing through the toll station, you must slow down and pass in order. Do not cut in line to avoid congestion. ETC is the abbreviation of Electronic-Toll-Collection, which means electronic toll collection system. To apply for ETC, you need to provide the original and photocopy of the vehicle owner's valid ID card and driving license. If it is not the owner who applies, the agent's valid ID card is also required. The copy of the driving license should include the page with the latest annual inspection stamp. You also need a bank card for deducting highway tolls, and you must be between 18 and 60 years old. The vehicle must be registered under a personal name. For companies or organizations, the organization code certificate (or business license) and official seal are required. How ETC works: Through the on-board electronic tag installed on the vehicle's windshield, it communicates with the microwave antenna in the ETC lane of the toll station and uses computer networking technology to settle accounts with the bank in the background, allowing the vehicle to pay highway or bridge tolls without stopping when passing through the toll station. Benefits of installing ETC: Save time: Avoid the trouble of waiting in line; Green and environmentally friendly: Green and low-carbon, vehicles pass through the toll station without stopping, reducing noise and exhaust emissions and pollution; Save wear and tear: Save costs, reduce the frequency of vehicle starting and braking, reduce wear and fuel consumption, and users can enjoy toll discounts; Improve efficiency: The ETC lane can theoretically improve traffic efficiency by 2-3 times or more, making traditional ETC updated, faster, and more high-tech. Compared to license plate payment, ETC technology is more mature and advantageous.