Can You Reverse in an ETC Lane?
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ETC lanes allow reversing. Whether you accidentally enter an ETC lane or a regular toll lane, you can reverse without incurring fines or penalty points because highway toll stations are not considered part of the expressway, so no penalties apply. Typically, if you mistakenly enter an ETC lane, staff will inform you to be more careful next time and manually raise the barrier after collecting the toll. The ETC installation process is as follows: Upon receiving the device, first check the ETC card and On-Board Unit (OBU) for any damage. Press the anti-tamper button on the back of the OBU—a red light will briefly illuminate, and the OLED screen will display 'Invalid, Insert Card,' indicating the device is functioning properly. Clean the windshield to ensure it is smooth, clean, and dry. Then, peel off the adhesive backing of the OBU and press it firmly onto the installation spot for 2-3 minutes to remove any air bubbles. Insert the ETC card with its front facing the driver and the back facing the windshield, ensuring the chip is properly inserted into the OBU device. Benefits of installing ETC: Time-saving: Eliminates the hassle of waiting in queues; Eco-friendly: Promotes green, low-carbon travel by reducing noise and exhaust emissions since vehicles pass through toll stations without stopping; Cost-efficient: Saves money by reducing frequent starts and stops, lowering wear and fuel consumption, and offers a 5% discount on toll fees; Improved efficiency: ETC lanes can theoretically increase throughput by 2-3 times, making traditional ETC systems faster, more advanced, and high-tech. Compared to license plate payment, ETC technology is more mature and advantageous.