Is the ETC for buses the same as for cars?
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ETC for buses is the same as for cars. The ETC tag does not distinguish between buses and cars, but when registering the ETC tag, you can choose whether the vehicle type is a bus or a car. ETC usage precautions: The ETC transaction sensing range is 8 meters. When encountering a vehicle in front stopping, to prevent the vehicle in front from having a faulty ETC device or no ETC device at all, maintain a distance of more than 10 meters to avoid automatic sensing and paying for the vehicle in front. The speed limit for ETC lane recognition is 20km/h. If the speed is too fast, the vehicle device information cannot be read, which may also result in a failed transaction. 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 inspection. If the detachment or loosening is not due to human factors, it only needs to be reactivated. When using a debit card bound to ETC, insufficient balance may also cause a failed transaction. Follow the guidance of on-site staff to use the manual MTC lane and pass using cash or card payment. Excessive thickness of the car windshield may cause poor sensing. This is especially important for vehicles that have had their windshields replaced after an accident or for those who have modified their front windshields.
I believe that the ETC systems for buses and passenger cars are essentially the same in nature. The devices are small boxes installed on the windshield, using wireless RFID technology for toll deduction, and automatically recognize when passing through toll stations. The main difference lies in the installation position. The windshield of a bus is wider, so it's necessary to find a spot that doesn't obstruct the driver's view too much, otherwise it might affect signal strength. Additionally, buses are often company vehicles, with ETC accounts linked to commercial accounts. The toll deduction process is the same, but management might be slightly more complex. In daily use, there are no issues—both save the hassle of stopping to pay tolls, which is quite convenient. If there are problems during installation, you can visit an ETC service point to have professionals make adjustments; just don’t try to fix it yourself.
