Abstract:Electronic toll collection(ETC) system is an important component of the intelligent transportation systems(ITS).5.8 GHz band,the mainstream of the international standard of ETC,was adopted by the national specifications of China on ETC that promulgated in 2007.Principles and composition of 5.8 GHz ETC system were described based on domestic ETC standard,and the key technologies of 5.8 GHz ETC system were summarized and analyzed.Then future research and development orientation were pointed out.The aim of the paper is to provide reference for a further study in 5.8 GHz ETC technology.