Why is there no deduction when exiting the highway with ETC?

[OMelanie]

Generally, there are two situations when no deduction information is received: 1. SMS notification service is not activated or the minimum deduction amount is not reached: Currently, most banks charge for SMS notifications. If this service is not activated, you won't receive deduction notifications; 2. Settlement time between the highway company and the bank: For highway tolls, the highway company is responsible for charging. After ETC records the transaction, some banks deduct fees immediately, while others wait for the highway company to submit accounts to the bank at fixed intervals before making deductions. This period is usually about 3 days, or up to a week in some cases, depending on different provincial regulations.

[MacAubree]

As a seasoned highway driver, I find ETC incredibly convenient. Some mistakenly think exiting the highway is free, but in reality, the tolling never stops—it's just automatically deducted by the system. The little ETC box in the car communicates with the toll station's antenna, identifying the vehicle and processing the fee seamlessly. The benefits include saving time by avoiding queues and enhancing safety by reducing the risk of fender benders. My monthly bill clearly records all charges, and I even enjoy a 10% discount, which helps cut costs. Installation involved linking a bank card, so as long as the balance is sufficient, passage is smooth. A related topic is that highway policies may offer toll-free periods at certain times, but that has nothing to do with the ETC payment method—don’t confuse the two. In short, ETC boosts efficiency, but tolls remain unchanged.

[JohnLee]

As a tech-savvy car enthusiast, I understand how ETC works. The onboard unit communicates wirelessly with toll station antennas, instantly identifying vehicles and calculating distance-based fees upon exiting highways. The misconception of 'no charge' occurs because payments are processed automatically without cash or stopping. The system handles billing in the background to ensure accurate tolling. Compared to manual toll collection, it improves efficiency and reduces congestion. Similar global systems like America's E-ZPass operate identically. During maintenance, checking device signal stability is crucial.

[Zelda]

As an economical user, I find ETC both cost-effective and practical. The automatic deduction gives the illusion of being free, but it actually simplifies the payment process. The discounts offer long-term savings. Exiting the highway without stopping reduces fuel wastage. Policies like free holidays should not be attributed to ETC. The key is to set up the account properly to avoid insufficient balance issues.