Will ETC be repeatedly charged if it is brushed by others?
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ETC will not be repeatedly charged if it is brushed by others, because each ETC corresponds to the vehicle information, and the license plate information must be consistent for the deduction to be successful. The ETC installation process is as follows: After receiving the device, first check whether the ETC card and the electronic tag (OBU) are damaged. Press the anti-removal button on the back of the OBU, and the red light will briefly light up. The OLED screen will display "Label Invalid, Please Insert Card," indicating that the device is functioning properly. Clean the front windshield to ensure the glass surface is smooth, clean, and dry. Then peel off the adhesive backing of the OBU and stick it to the installation position. Press it firmly for 2-3 minutes to remove any air bubbles. Insert the ETC card with the front facing the driver and the back facing the windshield, ensuring the chip is inserted into the OBU device. Benefits of installing ETC: Time-saving: Eliminates the hassle of waiting in line; Green and eco-friendly: Promotes low-carbon travel, as vehicles pass through toll stations without stopping, reducing noise and exhaust emissions and minimizing pollution; Reduced wear and tear: Saves costs by decreasing the frequency of vehicle starts and stops, lowering wear and fuel consumption. Users also enjoy a 5% discount on toll fees; Improved efficiency: Theoretically, ETC lanes can increase vehicle passing efficiency by 2-3 times, making traditional ETC faster, more advanced, and more high-tech. Compared to license plate payment, ETC technology is more mature and advantageous.
That time at the highway toll gate, I watched as the car in front of me suddenly swiped past my ETC, startling me into checking my phone for a deduction alert. Later, I specifically inquired and learned there’s no need to worry about duplicate charges. The ETC sensing system is highly precise—the barrier only reads the first vehicle’s data as it lowers, and toll booth cameras simultaneously capture license plates. If someone cuts in, your account is charged the normal toll, while the offending vehicle gets flagged as 'no-card.' If you spot unusual account activity, keep the charge record and dashcam footage, then call the ETC service hotline to report it. Still, it’s smart to stay alert at toll gates and maintain a safe distance from the car ahead.
