At present, the number of highway ETC passages in China is increasing, and ETC traffic has become a trend. So, how many ETC channels are there?
Overview of the number of ETC passages on highways in China
2019: The number of ETC users nationwide reached 21.76 million, and the number of ETC lanes reached 790,000.
2020: The number of ETC users in the country will reach 28.76 million, and the number of ETC lanes will reach 900,000.
2021: The number of ETC users nationwide will reach 33.91 million, and the number of ETC lanes will reach 1000,000.
From the data, it can be seen that the number of highway ETC channels in China is increasing year by year, and the number of traffic users is also increasing.
The role of the ETC channel
Improve access efficiency: Through the ETC channel, users can quickly pass through cashless payment or access cards, avoiding the traditional manual charging method.
Time-saving: It avoids the time of queuing at the toll booth to collect the fee, which brings users a convenient travel experience.
Promote the flow of traffic: Through the ETC channel, time delays caused by traffic congestion can be effectively avoided.
Precautions for ETC access
ETC traffic must use the ETC lane, otherwise it will not be passable.
Keep the vehicle clear when passing through ETC and avoid stopping or reversing at will.
ETC should ensure that the balance in the card is sufficient when passing, otherwise it will not be able to pass.
ETC pass-related preferential policies
At present, China implements a variety of preferential policies for ETC users, including no license plate fees, toll discounts, etc.
The specific preferential policies are subject to the announcement of the local transportation department.
Conclusion
The number of highway ETC passages in China is increasing year by year, and the number of users is also increasing. ETC access has become a trend, bringing users a convenient travel experience. At the same time, we should also pay attention to the precautions and related preferential policies when passing ETC, and jointly create a more harmonious traffic environment.