Can Motorcycles Use ETC?
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Motorcycles cannot apply for ETC and therefore cannot pass through ETC exits. How ETC Works: ETC operates through an onboard electronic tag installed on the vehicle's windshield, which communicates via dedicated short-range communication with microwave antennas in the ETC lanes at toll stations. This system uses computer networking technology to process transactions with banks in the background, allowing vehicles to pass through highway or bridge toll stations without stopping to pay fees. ETC Usage Notes: The ETC transaction sensing range is 8 meters. To prevent accidental charges for the vehicle ahead—due to ETC device malfunctions or absence—maintain a distance of at least 10 meters from 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 becomes detached or loose, may deactivate the tag. 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 detachment is not due to human error, reactivation may suffice. When using a debit card linked to ETC, insufficient balance may cause transaction failures. Follow the guidance of on-site staff to switch to a manual MTC lane and pay via cash or card. Excessively thick windshields may impair signal reception. This is particularly relevant for vehicles that have undergone windshield replacements after accidents or for those with modified front windshields.
