Is ETC Card Skimming Real?

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ETC cards inserted in vehicles can be skimmed, so it is recommended to remove the ETC card when parking to prevent unauthorized transactions. Precautions for ETC Usage: The ETC transaction sensing range is 8 meters. When encountering a stationary vehicle ahead, maintain a distance of over 10 meters to prevent automatic fee deduction for the preceding vehicle in case of ETC device malfunction or absence. The recognized speed for ETC lane passage is 20km/h. Excessive speed may result in failure to read vehicle device information and unsuccessful fee deduction. Unauthorized removal or movement of OBU devices, detachment or loosening of ETC electronic tags may render them ineffective. These can be taken to the issuing bank or highway service center for inspection. Non-deliberate loosening or detachment only requires reactivation. When using a debit card linked to ETC, insufficient balance may cause fee deduction failure. Follow on-site staff guidance to use manual MTC lanes with cash or card payment. Excessively thick windshields may cause poor signal reception. This is particularly noteworthy for vehicles with replaced windshields after accidents or modified front windshields.