Will there be a deduction if the ETC number and license plate number do not match?
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If they do not match, the ETC number naturally cannot be used normally, so there will be no deduction issue. To make the ETC number and license plate number consistent, you just need to re-register and bind the information. Additional information: Features of ETC: 1. Time-saving: During holidays on crowded highways, toll stations often have long queues, but ETC lanes are usually smooth. Research statistics show that passing through ETC lanes saves at least two-thirds of the time. 2. Energy-saving and emission reduction: ETC can also significantly save energy and reduce emissions. For every 10,000 ETC transactions, it saves 3,140 liters of fuel consumption and reduces the emission of 55.96 kilograms of various pollutants. The implementation of electronic toll collection systems will reduce resource consumption and lower urban pollution.
As a frequent business traveler who often drives, I've found that inconsistency between the ETC number and license plate number can definitely affect toll deductions. For example, last month I borrowed a friend's car for a highway trip, but his ETC was still registered under his old license plate. When passing through the toll station, the system failed to recognize it—the barrier didn't open and an alarm sounded. The staff stopped me and insisted on immediate cash payment with an additional handling fee. Even worse, his later bill showed an unpaid toll for that section, along with late fees. If not resolved promptly, accumulated issues could impact personal credit scores or even lead to highway access restrictions. My advice: always update ETC registration at service centers or via mobile apps immediately after changing vehicles or license plates to avoid trouble.
From the perspective of daily driving, the ETC system is tightly bound to the license plate, and any mismatch can cause issues. For example, when passing through a highway toll gate, the camera first verifies the vehicle information. If the ETC number doesn't match the license plate, the automatic deduction process is immediately interrupted, forcing you to stop for manual processing. I've seen drivers delayed for over half an hour and even fined, sometimes with blacklist records making subsequent trips more difficult. The solution is simple: bring your documents to a bank branch or use the ETC app to rebind the information promptly. Don't procrastinate—safety first; don't compromise convenience at the expense of your own well-being.
