What does highway toll ETC mean?

[SanAmy]

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 toll collection method: Through dedicated short-range microwave communication between the vehicle-mounted RFID tag installed on the vehicle's windshield and the microwave antenna on the ETC lane at the toll station, combined with software networking technology and bank backend settlement processing, the purpose of vehicles passing through bridge and road toll stations without stopping to pay tolls is achieved. 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 card and vehicle registration certificate. The photocopy of the driver's license should include the page with the most recent annual inspection stamp. Postal credit card application form. This credit card is used to bind the ETC card. After obtaining the credit card, swipe it twice and bring the POS receipt to the designated postal outlet to receive and install the ETC vehicle-mounted device for free, with no additional charges. Applicants must be between 18 and 60 years old. Own a vehicle registered under personal name. Below are precautions for installing ETC: Do not obstruct the view. It is best to install it behind the rearview mirror: Many car models have a large rearward tilt angle of the windshield, which reduces the driver's field of vision. If this is not considered during ETC installation, it may increase the driver's blind spots. Install it on the right side behind the rearview mirror to avoid obstructing 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 for self-charging. Therefore, during installation, avoid the blackened areas on the windshield and positions that may block the solar panel. Once installed, do not remove it arbitrarily: 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 ahead. The ETC lane recognition speed is 20 kilometers per hour. Driving too fast may result in failure to read the vehicle's device information, leading to toll deduction failure. When using a debit card to bind ETC, insufficient balance will also cause toll deduction failure.

[PeytonAnn]

ETC stands for Electronic Toll Collection, simply put, it's the automatic toll deduction system that allows you to pay highway fees without stopping. A small device called an OBU tag is installed in your car. When you drive through a toll gate, roadside antennas scan the device and automatically deduct the fee from your linked bank card. As a veteran long-distance driver, I find this system incredibly convenient—no more stopping to fumble for change, especially during traffic jams, it speeds things up significantly. The system is also smartly designed to avoid incorrect charges, and if you're curious, you can check the deduction records online. Remember to check the tag during regular car maintenance to ensure it's securely attached and doesn’t affect signal reception. Nowadays, many places offer discounts for ETC users, such as a 10% reduction on highway tolls, making it quite cost-effective in the long run.

[DeFernando]

Highway toll ETC is the Electronic Toll Collection system, which means you don't have to stop to pay cash when driving through a toll station. You install a small in-vehicle unit, and the toll station automatically scans and deducts the fee. I've shared this with friends, and it's incredibly convenient. Once when I was on a business trip in a hurry, I drove straight through the toll gate and immediately received a deduction notification on my phone without any delay. Thinking back to the hassle of queuing to pay in the past, this saves a lot of effort. Additionally, the ETC card can be obtained from banks, and once installed, it can be used continuously, even recognized by parking gates for entry and exit. The only thing to note is to ensure your bank card balance is sufficient to avoid deduction failures that could disrupt your trip. The widespread adoption of this system has made highways more efficient, and I highly recommend both experienced drivers and beginners to give it a try.

[Willie]

ETC stands for Electronic Toll Collection system, addressing the pain point of having to stop at highway toll booths. From a safety perspective, it reduces the risk of rear-end collisions caused by short following distances. As someone who pays attention to traffic, I've noticed that ETC lanes have significantly lower accident rates because drivers can focus more on driving without the need to queue or handle change. Efficiency is also greatly improved, with smoother traffic flow at busy highway intersections and noticeable time savings. Installation is simple—just mount an in-vehicle device—and it supports environmental protection by avoiding paper waste from cash transactions. Remember to regularly check the battery level of the tag to prevent inconvenience from failure. Overall, ETC makes highway travel safer and more efficient, making it well worth promoting.