How to Pay When Using ETC on Highways?
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ETC fees are deducted within 2 to 30 days after passing through the highway. Except for ETC stored-value cards, which deduct fees immediately, ETC debit cards generally deduct fees on a periodic basis. The efficiency of ETC fee deduction may vary in different regions. ETC Usage Notes: The ETC transaction sensing area is 8 meters. When encountering a stationary vehicle ahead, to prevent the vehicle's ETC device from malfunctioning or having no ETC device at all, maintain a distance of more than 10 meters to avoid automatic sensing and paying for the vehicle ahead. The ETC lane recognition speed is 20km/h. If the speed is too fast, the vehicle device information cannot be read, which will also result in a failed fee deduction. Unauthorized removal or movement of the OBU device, or detachment or loosening of the ETC electronic tag, will cause the electronic tag to fail. It can be sent to the bank where the ETC card was issued or the highway service office for testing. If the loosening or detachment is not caused by human factors, it only needs to be reactivated. When using a debit card bound to ETC, insufficient balance will also result in a failed fee deduction. Follow the guidance of on-site staff to use the manual MTC lane and pass by cash or card. Poor sensing due to overly thick car windshields. Especially for vehicles that have had their windshields replaced after an accident or those with modified front windshields, extra attention is needed.
I often drive long distances, and every time I pass through the highway toll station using ETC, the process is simple and fast. After installing the in-car device and linking it to my bank card, I drive into the ETC-only lane, slowing down to under 20 km/h to pass through smoothly. The sensor overhead at the toll station automatically scans and reads the device information, and the barrier lifts instantly to let me through without stopping. The toll fee is deducted from my card in seconds. I linked my savings card, and the monthly bill is promptly pushed to the app, showing clear details that save me time for verification. If the card balance is insufficient, the device flashes a red light to alert me, so I can top up immediately to prevent issues. For beginners, it's recommended to test the device a few times after installation to avoid long queues during peak hours when paying cash the traditional way. In short, ETC is worry-free and effortless, especially a big time-saver during traffic jams.
