Installing an ETC does not require connecting to a power source, as the ETC uses its own built-in power supply. The ETC electronic tag consumes power, but it does not need to be charged during normal use because there is a solar panel on the back of the battery that can charge itself. During installation, it is necessary to avoid the black areas on the windshield. The built-in power supply of the ETC typically has a lifespan of 3-5 years. The ETC device has an internal battery and uses solar power for charging, so it does not require additional charging. ETC stands for Electronic-Toll-Collection, which means electronic toll collection system. To apply for an ETC, you need to provide the original and photocopies of the vehicle owner's valid ID card and vehicle registration certificate. If the application is not made by the owner, the agent's valid ID card is also required. The photocopy of the vehicle registration certificate should include the page with the most recent annual inspection stamp. Additionally, a bank card for deducting highway tolls is needed. The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years old, and the vehicle must be registered under an individual's name. For company vehicles, the following documents are required to apply for an ETC: a company introduction letter, business license, duplicate of the business license, company seal, legal representative's ID card, vehicle driver's license, and vehicle registration certificate. These documents can be submitted at various bank branches or one-card service companies. Business license or organization code certificate, original letter of authorization for ETC business processing with the company's official seal, original and photocopy of the agent's ID card, and the original vehicle registration certificate. How ETC works: Through the vehicle-mounted electronic tag installed on the windshield, it communicates with the microwave antenna in the ETC lane at the toll station. Using computer networking technology, it settles payments with the bank in the background, allowing vehicles to pass through highway or bridge toll stations without stopping to pay the toll. Benefits of installing ETC: Time-saving: Eliminates the hassle of waiting in line; Green and eco-friendly: Reduces noise and exhaust emissions by allowing vehicles to pass through toll stations without stopping; Cost-saving: Reduces wear and tear and fuel consumption by minimizing vehicle starts and stops; Increased efficiency: ETC lanes can theoretically improve traffic efficiency by 2-3 times, making traditional ETC faster, more advanced, and more high-tech. Compared to license plate payment, ETC technology is more mature and advantageous.
