eRASE is an awareness and enforcement
campaign run jointly by police services,
the
Ontario government and community partners
that aims to curb illegal street racing
and high-risk
driving behaviours.
Street racing jeopardizes
everyone’s safety – it’s illegal
Aggressive driving and street racing have a
glamorous appeal for some drivers. It is a
dangerous and unlawful activity, which puts
many innocent people at risk. No matter how
experienced a driver may be, many vehicles are
modified beyond the capabilities of the driver
and their vehicle.
The Ontario Ministry of Transportation credits
speeding and loss of control with the deaths of
363 people in 2003. Of all speed related collisions
documented, 72 per cent occurred on municipal
roads.
Signs that you may know a racer
Have a look at the outside of the vehicle and if
necessary have a licensed mechanic look at the
engine. Modifications to enhance the look of the
car are minor compared with performance
enhancing modifications. These modifications
are not always performed by licensed mechanics
or to the automobile manufacturers’
specifications.
Tips for parents before handing over the keys:
Check the odometer regularly
Check websites being visited
Monitor interest in movies/computer games
related to racing
Look for excessive wear on tires
Watch for increased costs for maintenance
and parts
Modifications and accessories
common to street racers
Insurance
Being involved in street
racing and making
modifications to your
vehicle can have a
significant impact on insurance.
Some insurance companies will
cancel your insurance altogether. Insurance
companies rely on your driving history to establish
rates, making it difficult or expensive to find
another insurer.
If your vehicle is involved in a collision while racing
your insurance may be void.
Please download information on the eRASE program here:
