What is an ETC in-vehicle device?

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ETC stands for Electronic-Toll-Collection, which means electronic toll collection system. To apply, you need to provide the original and photocopies of the vehicle owner's valid ID card and driving license. If the application is not made by the owner, the agent's valid ID card is also required. The photocopy of the driving license should include the page with the most recent annual inspection stamp. A bank card for deducting highway tolls; aged between 18 and 60; a vehicle registered under a personal name; the current year's vehicle insurance policy; for corporate applications, the handler's ID (or driver's license), the company's organization code certificate (or business license), and the company seal are required. Generally, an ETC device can last 2-3 months on a single charge. The ETC user manual does not specify how long a single charge lasts. For vehicle owners who do not frequently use ETC, it is recommended to charge the ETC device every 3 months. For wired ETC devices, if they are not used for a long time, it is advised to charge them once a month to prevent battery self-discharge from affecting the ETC battery's lifespan. Documents required for a company vehicle: An introduction letter from the vehicle owner (with the company seal); photocopies of the organization code certificate or business license (with the company seal); the agent's original ID card; the original vehicle driving license; the vehicle for which ETC is to be applied. How ETC works: Through the on-board electronic tag installed on the vehicle's windshield, it communicates with the microwave antenna in the ETC lane at the toll station. Using computer networking technology, it settles accounts with the bank in the background, allowing vehicles to pay highway or bridge tolls without stopping at toll stations. Starting from January 1, 2018, electronic invoices can be issued for tolls paid using ETC cards or user cards, as well as for ETC card top-ups, replacing paper receipts. Benefits of installing ETC: Time-saving: Avoid the hassle of waiting in line; Green and eco-friendly: Low-carbon, as vehicles pass through toll stations without stopping, reducing noise and exhaust emissions; Cost-saving: Reduce vehicle start-up and braking frequency, minimizing wear and fuel consumption, with users enjoying toll discounts; Improved efficiency: ETC lanes can theoretically increase traffic efficiency by 2-3 times, making traditional ETC more updated, faster, and more high-tech. Compared to license plate payment, ETC technology is more mature and advantageous.