Police in a state have issued more than $8,000 in fines to unsuspecting drivers, with an additional 25 receiving defect notices, as part of a major compliance operation targeting ‘hoon’ activity and illegally modified vehicles.
Over two nights in Sydney’s Central Business District this month, 23 drivers were fined for operating dangerous, highly modified, and noisy vehicles. The operation was conducted in collaboration with Transport for NSW and the Environment Protection Authority, following multiple community reports about loud vehicles in the area.
According to the NSW Environment Protection Authority, 34 suspect vehicles were selected for inspection based on visual and auditory cues. After noise testing, 25 defect notices and 23 fines totaling $8,450 were issued.
- Drivers are encouraged to report any noticeable increases in modified cars.
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Police have stated they will continue to target “loud and antisocial behaviour” exhibited by motorists. Traffic and Highway Patrol Command mentioned that police from City East Highway Patrol, along with Sydney City PAC, will conduct similar operations in the future to prevent and disrupt such anti-social activities.
Police Clamping Down on Modified Vehicles
The large-scale operation is part of a broader police crackdown on Australian drivers, aiming to ensure vehicles are compliant and road-safe. Across the country, highway patrol units are increasing inspections targeting modified and defective vehicles.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Excessively loud exhaust systems
Illegal suspension lowering
Heavily tinted windows
Oversized wheels
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Authorities warn that even minor changes can result in a yellow defect notice. In some cases, a red notice may be issued, leading to the vehicle being removed from the road entirely.
What Are Defect Notices?
Defect notices are generally issued when a vehicle is considered unroadworthy or non-compliant, but not dangerous enough to warrant a red notice and immediate removal from the road. When a slip is handed out, drivers are typically required to fix the problem and have the vehicle inspected within a certain timeframe.
Modified vehicles are a growing focus because some alterations can significantly affect safety, visibility, emissions, handling, and braking performance.
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