Where to Apply for Vehicle ETC?

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ETC can be applied for at bank branches, highway service areas, and other institutions, as well as through mobile apps and other internet platforms. To apply, you need to provide the original and photocopy of the vehicle owner's valid ID and vehicle registration certificate. If the application is not made by the owner, the agent must also bring their valid ID. The photocopy of the vehicle registration certificate should include the page with the most recent annual inspection stamp. Additionally, you need to fill out a Postal Savings credit card application form, which will be used to bind the ETC card. After obtaining the credit card, swipe it twice and present the POS receipt to a designated Postal Savings branch to receive and install the ETC onboard device for free, with no additional charges. Applicants must be between 18 and 60 years old and own a vehicle registered under their name. ETC stands for Electronic Toll Collection, meaning electronic toll system. Here are some precautions for installing ETC: Do not obstruct the driver's view; it is best to install it behind the rearview mirror: Many car models have steeply angled windshields, which can reduce 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 interfere with 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-tamper lever connected to a switch. After installation, the windshield will press the anti-tamper lever in. If the tag is removed arbitrarily, the lever will pop out and trigger the switch, locking the electronic tag and rendering it unusable. You will then need to visit an ETC service point to unlock it. This is designed to prevent multiple vehicles from sharing one device. When using ETC, note the following: The ETC transaction sensing range is 8 meters. To avoid paying for the vehicle in front due to its faulty ETC device, maintain a distance of at least 10 meters from 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 and cause payment failure. When using a debit card to bind ETC, insufficient balance may also lead to payment failure.