Is ETC vulnerable to fraudulent charges?

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Installed ETC devices in vehicles are generally not susceptible to fraudulent charges because ETC requires the insertion of a dedicated ETC card, which can only communicate with authorized devices such as ETC equipment at highway entrances and exits. Precautions for using ETC: The ETC transaction sensing range is 8 meters. When encountering a stationary vehicle ahead, maintain a distance of over 10 meters to prevent automatic payment for the preceding vehicle in case its ETC device malfunctions or is absent. The ETC lane recognition speed is 20 km/h. Excessive speed may prevent the reading of vehicle device information, leading to failed deductions. Unauthorized removal or movement of the OBU device, detachment, or loosening of the ETC electronic tag will render it ineffective. It can be taken to the bank where the ETC card was issued or the highway service office for inspection. Non-deliberate loosening or detachment only requires reactivation. When using a debit card linked to ETC, insufficient balance may cause deduction failures. Follow on-site staff guidance to use the manual MTC lane with cash or card payment. Excessively thick car windshields may cause poor signal reception. This is particularly important for vehicles with repaired or replaced windshields after accidents or modified front windshields.