Can the driver identification card be used when changing vehicles?
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Driver identification card can be used when changing vehicles. The specific details are as follows: 1. Motor vehicle driver identification card: The motor vehicle driver identification card is only for the driver's use and does not restrict the vehicle model. As long as the vehicle is equipped with the identification function, it can be used directly. The driver identification card is used for commercial vehicles. After driving a motor vehicle for four hours, a 20-minute rest is required. 2. Driving small motor vehicles: Driving small motor vehicles does not require the use of a driver identification card. The driver identification card is only applicable to commercial trucks and freight vehicles. At the corresponding time, it is mandatory to rest, which can effectively avoid fatigue driving and prevent potential dangers. This is a regulation that every driver must adhere to.
Last time I changed cars, I tried inserting my old ETC card into the new one, but the highway toll station didn't recognize it, causing me to pay extra and get stuck behind others. Actually, whether a driver recognition card can be transferred to another car depends on the type of card. For example, ETC cards are bound to license plates and owner information. Once the vehicle changes and the plate number is different, the system won't match, and the card can't be used directly. You need to visit an ETC service point to update the information—they’ll rebind it to the new car model for free. Not all recognition cards work this way; some simple access cards or parking lot cards only recognize the card number, so swapping cars and swiping still works. In short, before changing cars, check the card’s manual or call customer service to clarify, saving yourself unnecessary trips. My advice is to handle it early to avoid disrupting daily commutes and unnecessary hassle, as it’s quite annoying when your car changes but your card doesn’t keep up.
