Does it matter if I enter the highway via ETC but exit via a manual lane?
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Entering the highway via an ETC lane but exiting via a manual lane has no impact on your vehicle. How many ETCs can one person apply for: If a person owns only one vehicle, they can apply for only one ETC. If a person owns multiple vehicles, they can apply for multiple ETCs. ETC usage precautions: The ETC transaction sensing range is 8 meters. If the vehicle in front stops, maintain a distance of more than 10 meters to prevent automatic sensing and payment for the vehicle in front, in case its ETC device malfunctions or is absent. The ETC lane recognizes vehicle speeds up to 20 km/h. Driving too fast may prevent the system from reading your vehicle's device information, leading to failed deductions. Unauthorized removal or movement of the OBU device, or if the ETC electronic tag falls off or becomes loose, may render the tag ineffective. You can take it to the bank where you applied for the ETC card or the highway service office for inspection. If the issue is not due to human interference, reactivation may suffice. When using a debit card linked to ETC, insufficient balance may cause deduction failures. Follow the guidance of on-site staff to use the manual MTC lane, paying via cash or card. Thick car windshields may cause poor signal reception. This is particularly important for vehicles that have had their windshields replaced after accidents or modified front windshields.
Last time I took the highway, I entered using the ETC lane, but the exit queue was too long so I switched to the manual lane, which was a bit of a hassle. I asked the toll booth staff, and they said if the ETC system doesn’t receive an exit signal, it might assume I’m still wandering on the highway, leading to unexpected high bills later or direct deductions from my bank card for the full distance fee. Then, I’d have to spend time filing complaints to correct it. Usually, I try to stick to ETC for both entry and exit for convenience, but in case of special circumstances, it’s recommended to present the ETC card at the manual lane in advance to settle the fee clearly. The highway toll rules are actually quite reasonable—no fines involved—but it’s best to avoid unnecessary extra payments and the hassle of calling customer service. Keeping things simple is also important for travel safety.
