What does the highway ETC refer to?
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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 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 system uses internet technology to conduct background settlement processing with the bank, thereby achieving the purpose of vehicles paying tolls without stopping when passing through bridge and road toll stations. 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 must 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 use the POS receipt to collect and install the ETC onboard device for free at designated postal outlets without any charges. Must be between 18 and 60 years old. Must own a vehicle 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 on the windshield, which reduces the driver's field of vision. If this is not considered during ETC installation, it will 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 that can charge itself. 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, requiring a visit to an ETC service point for unlocking. 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. Driving too fast may prevent the system from reading the vehicle's device information, leading to payment failure. When using a debit card to bind ETC, insufficient balance may also cause payment failure.
I've been driving on highways for many years and find the ETC system particularly convenient. ETC stands for Electronic Toll Collection, which allows vehicles to pass through toll stations without stopping to pay. A small device is installed in the car, and the toll station's antenna automatically scans it, deducting the fee from the linked bank card, eliminating the need to stop and pay with cash. I use it every day for my commute, reducing traffic congestion significantly and saving a few minutes each time. I remember worrying about errors when I first installed it, but the device is straightforward—just get a card from the bank, and installation is free. Now, my highway commute is much smoother, especially suitable for us office workers, and it also reduces exhaust emissions. Overall, ETC is a must-have for modern transportation, making driving easier and safer.
ETC refers to the electronic toll collection system on highways, where the device automatically completes payment through wireless technology, similar to using a mobile phone's NFC. I installed an OBU device myself, and the toll station recognizes the license plate to directly deduct the fee, completing the entire process in just a few seconds. It relies on RFID communication and backend processing, supporting various bank cards. I find this system efficient and reliable, especially avoiding queues during long-distance trips. The operation isn't complicated—beginners can learn it quickly by registering online and binding their card. The benefits include saving time, reducing costs, and even getting a small discount on each toll. Although the technical details are complex, it's highly practical for daily driving.
