ETC System Manufacturers

[StLeah]

Common manufacturers of ETC equipment include Jin Yi Technology, Wanji Technology, COSCO Shipping Technology, Wantong Technology, Huahong Jitong, Tianyu Information, etc. The following is a related introduction to ETC: 1. Introduction to ETC: The Chinese translation is electronic toll collection, which is automatic toll collection for highways or bridges. It uses dedicated short-range communication between the on-board electronic tag installed on the vehicle's windshield and the microwave antenna on the ETC lane of the toll station, combined with computer network technology and bank back-end settlement processing, to enable vehicles to pay highway or bridge tolls without stopping at toll stations. 2. Current Development Status of ETC: ETC is an electronic automatic toll collection system for highways, bridges, and tunnels that is being actively developed and promoted internationally. This technology has a long development history abroad, and electronic toll collection systems in many countries and regions such as the United States and Europe have been partially networked and gradually formed scale benefits. In China, the highway toll collection system, which mainly uses IC cards and magnetic cards as media and relies on manual toll collection methods, is undoubtedly also influenced by this trend.

[OAnastasia]

I've been working in high-speed electromechanical engineering for over a decade, specializing in ETC equipment. Currently, the mainstream OBU equipment suppliers in China are listed companies like Genvict and Wanji, which dominate most of the market share. In Shandong, there's also a subsidiary of Zhaojin Group involved in ETC production, while Fujian Xinghai Communications represents the transition from military to civilian applications. The lane equipment at toll stations is even more complex—for example, Beijing Julii was acquired by UTT and is now called Beida UTT. In fact, provincial high-speed groups have their own industrial chains, such as Jiangsu Tongxingbao under Jiangsu Transportation Holding. When selecting equipment, it's not just about the brand; regional compatibility must also be considered, as some areas only allow provincially certified devices.

[StLondon]

When helping logistics fleets install ETC devices before, I researched the manufacturers. Jietong Technology is the industry leader—their electronic tags are even available on Taobao, but bulk corporate purchases get much cheaper rates. Wanjia's products have become more common in recent years, especially as their lidar technology matured. Regional players like Fujian's Newland and Guangdong's Union Electronic Service have local advantages. Foreign brands are less common in China, though Korea's Kapsch is widely used in Europe/America. For regular car owners choosing equipment, I recommend prioritizing after-sales service coverage since OBU battery issues or detachment require manufacturer service points. Our fleet currently uses Shandong Expressway Xinlian's package, which offers a 15% toll discount.

[StRonan]

Having disassembled seven or eight different ETC devices, I found significant differences in their internal solutions. Jietong commonly uses domestically produced main control chips, with Huawei HiSilicon solutions for the RF module; Wanji tends to use NXP chips. The cheapest versions come with soft-pack batteries, while high-end models are equipped with solar panels. In fact, many OEM products are manufactured by small factories in Shenzhen. It's recommended to choose pre-installed OBU devices for vehicles, as they offer much better stability. Mainstream brands are priced between 100-200 yuan, while those given away by banks are mostly customized and watered-down versions with usage restrictions.

[VanElle]

Working at a 4S dealership, I've noticed that factory-installed ETC systems are becoming increasingly common among luxury brands. Mercedes-Benz uses Continental's solution, which is directly integrated into the rearview mirror, while BMW partners with Germany's Bosch. Domestic brands like Geely are equipped with ETC systems developed by United Automotive Electronic Systems (UAES), as seen upon disassembly. The aftermarket is a mixed bag, with some small manufacturers producing devices that have unstable signal frequencies, often failing at toll stations. It's highly recommended to choose devices that have passed the Ministry of Transport's inspection, with certification marks printed on the back of the device. When retrofitting an ETC, avoid applying metal films as they can block signals and cause transaction failures.

[DiBrantley]

Having been in freight transportation for over a decade, I've replaced five or six sets of ETC devices. Initially, I used Guangdong's YueTong Card, later switched to ZhongYuanTong's electronic tag, and discovered that settlement rates actually vary across different provinces. Currently using a device applied through WeChat labeled as manufactured by Shandong XinLian, but the actual OEM is Shenzhen HengTong. I'd suggest individual vehicle owners opt for bank co-branded cards for convenience - Industrial and Commercial Bank, China Construction Bank, etc. use rebranded products from Wanji or JinYi. Remember to deactivate old devices before applying for new ones - I was once charged annual fees for two sets. Those gantry-mounted devices at highway toll stations are even more expensive, heard each set costs over 200,000 yuan.