Is ETC Required for Free Toll During Holidays?

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During legally designated free holidays, passing through highway toll stations is free for all vehicles, regardless of whether they have ETC or not. How ETC Works: Through dedicated short-range communication between the onboard electronic tag installed on the vehicle's windshield and the microwave antenna in the ETC lane at the toll station, coupled with computer networking technology for backend settlement processing with banks, ETC enables vehicles to pass through highway or bridge toll stations without stopping to pay fees. Benefits of Installing ETC: Time-saving: Eliminates the hassle of waiting in queues; Green and eco-friendly: Promotes green and low-carbon travel by reducing noise and exhaust emissions as vehicles pass through toll stations without stopping; Cost reduction: Saves on expenses by minimizing vehicle acceleration and braking frequency, thereby reducing wear and fuel consumption. Users also enjoy a 5% discount on toll fees; Improved efficiency: Theoretically, ETC lanes can increase vehicle passing efficiency by 2-3 times, making traditional ETC faster, more advanced, and high-tech. Compared to license plate payment, ETC technology is more mature and advantageous.