What does ETC mean on the highway?
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Highway ETC (Electronic Toll Collection) translates to electronic toll collection, which is a non-stop toll collection system. On highways, there will be one or more ETC lanes. ETC payment method: Through the microwave-specific short-range communication between the RFID tag installed on the vehicle's windshield and the microwave antenna on the ETC lane at the toll station, the bank's back-end settlement is processed using network technology, thereby achieving the purpose of vehicles passing through bridge toll stations without stopping to pay tolls. Banks install this type of ETC express card with a post-payment system. ETC application conditions are as follows: Provide the original and photocopy of the vehicle owner's valid ID and vehicle license. The photocopy of the driver's license should include the page with the most recent annual inspection stamp. Credit card application form. This credit card is used to bind the ETC card. After obtaining the credit card, swipe it twice and use the POS receipt to collect and install the ETC on-board device for free at designated outlets. No fees are charged during this process. Must be between 18 and 60 years old. Own a vehicle under personal name. Below are precautions for installing ETC: Do not block the view. It is best to install it behind the rearview mirror: Many car models have a large rear windshield angle, which reduces the driver's field of vision. If ETC installation does not consider this, it will increase the driver's blind spots. Install it on the right side behind the rearview mirror to avoid blocking the view. Do not affect charging: The ETC electronic tag consumes power but generally does not require charging or battery replacement because it has a solar panel on the back that can charge itself. Therefore, avoid installing it on the blackened areas of the windshield or positions that may block the solar panel. Do not remove it once installed: The button in the middle of the adhesive is an anti-removal lever connected to a switch. After installation, the windshield will press the anti-removal lever in. If removed arbitrarily, the lever will pop out and trigger the switch, locking the electronic tag and rendering it unusable. You will need to visit an ETC service point to unlock it. This is designed to prevent multiple vehicles from sharing one device. Precautions for using ETC: The ETC transaction sensing range is 8 meters. To prevent the ETC device of the vehicle in front from malfunctioning, maintain a distance of more than 10 meters from the vehicle in front to avoid automatic sensing and paying for the vehicle in front. The ETC lane recognition speed is 20 kilometers per hour. If the speed is too fast, the vehicle device information cannot be read, leading to payment failure. When using a debit card bound to ETC, insufficient balance will also cause payment failure.
I've been driving on highways for many years, and ETC, which stands for Electronic Toll Collection, is an automatic toll payment system that deducts fees through a device installed in the vehicle, eliminating the hassle of queuing to pay. As an ordinary driver, I find it very practical. Installation simply requires getting a card from a bank or ETC service point, and the device is attached to the windshield for immediate use. Every time you pass through a toll station, the system quickly scans and completes the process without the need to slow down or stop, which is especially time-saving during peak hours and helps avoid congestion. Additionally, using ETC often comes with discounts, saving a significant amount on fuel costs for those who frequently travel long distances. It also reduces exhaust emissions, making it both eco-friendly and cost-effective. I believe every highway driver should give it a try.
