Will ETC Capture Photos for Solid Line Lane Changes?
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ETC solid line lane changes will not be captured, as the current function of the gantry is only to record driving trajectories and paths. The ETC installation process is as follows: Upon receiving the device, first check if the ETC card and On-Board Unit (OBU) are damaged. Press the anti-tamper button on the back of the OBU; the red light will briefly illuminate, and the OLED screen will display 'Tag Invalid, Please Insert Card,' indicating the device is functioning properly. Clean the front windshield to ensure the surface is smooth, clean, and dry. Then, peel off the adhesive backing of the OBU and attach it to the installation position. Press 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 properly inserted into the OBU device. Benefits of installing ETC: Time-saving: Eliminates the hassle of waiting in queues. Green and eco-friendly: Promotes green and low-carbon travel by allowing vehicles to pass through toll stations without stopping, reducing noise and exhaust emissions and minimizing pollution. Cost and wear reduction: Saves money, decreases the frequency of vehicle starts and stops, reduces wear and fuel consumption, and users can enjoy a 5% discount on toll fees. Improved efficiency: ETC lanes can theoretically increase vehicle throughput by 2-3 times, making traditional ETC systems more updated, faster, and more high-tech. Compared to license plate payment, ETC technology is more mature and advantageous.
As a seasoned long-distance driver, I often use ETC for highway tolls, which is indeed time-saving and convenient. The ETC system is primarily an automatic fee deduction device that charges by identifying the onboard OBU tag and does not involve traffic violation photography. To clarify about crossing solid lines: ETC doesn't take photos, but the electronic surveillance cameras on highways or urban roads specifically monitor violations. When you illegally change lanes over solid lines, they will immediately capture and fine you. I've seen many fellow drivers caught trying to switch lanes hastily, not only getting fined but also increasing accident risks. Solid lines are safety barriers; lane changes should only happen in dashed-line areas. ETC lanes also have specific markings, and lane changes are only permitted at designated points. Overall, ETC makes toll payment effortless, but obeying traffic rules is the right way. I recommend installing a navigation app to remind you of lane change locations and avoid mistakes. Safe driving is more important than anything else.
