Is the green button for taking the card for small cars?
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Yes, it is the green button. When taking the card, drivers should park their cars properly. Many drivers frequently travel on highways, and those who do can apply for an ETC. ETC is an electronic toll collection system, and there are dedicated ETC lanes at highway entrances. The electronic toll collection system is very convenient; vehicles equipped with this system do not need to stop to take a card when entering highways. Below are the specific benefits of ETC: 1. Time-saving: Vehicles passing through ETC lanes only take 2 to 3 seconds, eliminating the need to queue for payment. In contrast, traditional manual toll lanes take 20 to 120 seconds for vehicles to enter, wait, and complete the payment process under normal traffic conditions. 2. Fuel-saving: Since vehicles using ETC can pass without stopping, the frequency of starting and braking is reduced, lowering fuel consumption and vehicle wear. 3. Cost-saving: Using ETC can provide a 5% discount on toll fees in many places. 4. Environmentally friendly: With ETC, fuel consumption is reduced, and vehicle wear is minimized, naturally decreasing exhaust emissions and environmental pollution.
I've been driving for many years and often take cards at parking lots or toll booths. Generally, the green button is designed for taking cards, as green usually indicates start or confirm operations on common devices. However, not every machine is the same; in some places, the red button is the card-taking button, or no button is used at all, relying on automatic card dispensing. For safety, when parking, stay about 30 centimeters close to the machine but not too close to avoid scratching the car; shift the engine to neutral, pull the handbrake, and then reach out to operate. Once, I hastily pressed the green button, but the machine didn't respond—it turned out the light wasn't on, and I had to wait for manual assistance. Nowadays, electronic payments like the ETC system are much more convenient, avoiding the hassle of taking cards. In short, before taking a card each time, I make it a habit to check the machine's indicator lights or screen prompts first to ensure no misoperation delays time or causes accidents. Driving safety is always the top priority.
As a young driver who recently got my license, I was quite nervous the first time I had to take a card on the highway. Back then, I pressed the green button when I saw it, and the card came out smoothly. Later, I noticed many places use this green button design for card dispensing. However, experience has taught me this isn't always the case; once in a mall parking garage, the green button was for emergency assistance, and I had to press another button to get the card. When operating, it's essential to park at the right distance and reach out steadily, otherwise the machine might not detect your hand and delay dispensing the card. Usually, I slow down, read the instructions carefully before pressing any button to avoid panic and pressing the wrong one. New drivers are advised to install a navigation app that reminds you of entrance operation details. Also, don't rush to accelerate after taking the card—first, make sure the barrier is fully raised to prevent scratches.
