How to check if my vehicle has ETC?
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Vehicle owners can bring their ID card, vehicle license and other documents to an ETC service outlet and consult the staff to check whether their vehicle has ETC. If the vehicle has already registered for ETC, the previous owner needs to cancel it at the bank where the ETC was originally processed. ETC is the English abbreviation for Electronic Toll Collection system. It refers to an electronic toll collection system where vehicles passing through toll stations are identified via onboard equipment, with information written and corresponding funds automatically deducted from a pre-bound IC card or bank account. This is an internationally promoted electronic payment system being developed for roads, bridges and tunnels.
I usually first check if there's an ETC device attached to the middle of the windshield - that little black box is quite noticeable and reflects light when stuck on the glass. If you see the box, it's definitely been activated. If unsure, check your phone messages; you would have received a confirmation when the application succeeded, and many banks also send electronic contracts. You can also log into the bank's APP or online banking where you applied, then check the binding status using your license plate number in the credit card or ETC section. Some provincial expressway official accounts can also check - just input your license plate information to see if it's activated. If all else fails, visit your regular bank branch with your vehicle registration certificate, and the staff can check their system at the counter, giving you the answer in two minutes. Remember to also check the device's indicator light status - a green light means it's working normally.
