Street Racing And The Law Enforcement Response – Cruel street racing action on Anna Street in Compton. Until recently street racing was not included in police statistics on fatalities. Photo: Lawrence K Ho/LA Times via Getty ImagesView image full screen

Cruel street racing action on Anna Street in Compton. Until recently street racing was not included in police statistics on fatalities. Photo: Lawrence K Ho/LA Times via Getty Images

Street Racing And The Law Enforcement Response

Street racing, inspired by the movies, takes on a second life in the Inland Empire, where opportunities for young people are few and far between.

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It’s just another summer Friday night in California’s Inland Empire, the dusty east side of Los Angeles where mostly young men get their kicks from setting up street races on lonely roads.

Sometimes, these illegal car races are organized events, … Read the rest

Street Racing And Social Media – Deputies get high school students street racing after social media tip Two Matanzas high school students face criminal charges for racing on a freeway.

Flagler County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a social media tip and caught two Matanzas High School students street racing on Belle Terre Parkway after school.

Street Racing And Social Media

“These guys thought they could have fun on the road, risking other people’s lives, and now they have to explain their actions to a judge and hopefully to their parents,” said Sheriff Rick Staly. “I hope they learn their lesson and drive safely from now on. Thanks to a member of the community who saw something and said something, bringing it to our attention before someone was hurt or killed.”

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The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office received a … Read the rest

Street Racing And Youth Culture – Passengers hang out out the car window. as cars drove in circles during a takeover at the southbound intersection.

Street occupations: They are secretive, dangerous, illegal, and have a loyal following. The crackdown had little impact on the incident. which has drift cars and other stunts They are held within minutes across the city through social networks that delve into the culture of street racing.

Street Racing And Youth Culture

Dodge Charger upgraded V8 Hemi engine rumbles loudly in the Ford City Mall parking lot as smoke billows from the rear tires.

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Draco pumped the gas and turned the wheel, causing the Charger to spin or drift in tight circles to the applause and cheers of over 100 people.

“It’s an adrenaline rush — it’s hard to explain — but you feel free in the … Read the rest

The Mechanics Behind Street Racing – Here in South Florida, there are a handful of stores that are universally recognized as ‘Famous’ if you ask those who know Drag, AG, WRXperts and the topic of the day; Island Boy Tuning, also known as IBT,  started in Plantation, Florida in 2006, tucked away in a row of bays off Peters Road. Hard to see from the road or even know it’s there Unless you’re already looking for it. For all the initially perceived chaos, the store is impeccably maintained. You can actually eat from these floors. (Disclaimer: It’s probably not a good idea to eat food from any shelf)!

Walking into the left side of the IBT, which surrounds four bays. You might scoff at a shelf full of ‘dirty’ alternators, gas pumps and random starters. Not to mention a complete engine that decorates little space. That is, until you realize … Read the rest

Street Racing And Its Cultural Significance – During the years following their post-World War II Allied occupation, Japan’s automotive industry expanded explosively and saw them eventually grow into the world’s largest vehicle production powerhouse, synonymous with quality and reliability.

As personal vehicles became cheaper and more accessible, they found their way more into the everyday life of the Japanese population. Naturally from this came the rise of multiple subcultures revolving around their newfound mobility.

Street Racing And Its Cultural Significance

One of the most notorious of these are the Bosozoku, gangs of youth who terrorize the streets with their cars and bikes as their way of rebelling against society. Their exploits of reckless driving, gang violence and generally disturbing the peace have been extensively documented over the years, and while we do not condone criminal activity, their style is undeniable and their culture continues to inform and influence fans to … Read the rest

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Popular Instagram accounts, YouTube channels, and other forms of social media have served as a bullpen for the Los Angeles street racing community in recent years.

Street Racing And The Media

At one point, two cars tore down the Compton track, which was slick from previous races. The drivers teased each other and placed small bets on each competition. Then someone shouted.

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The blue and red glare of a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department cruiser bounced off their rear windows as drivers and onlookers scrambled into the nearest vehicle.

Inside one of the fleeing cars, the driver barked to a new location. Another man in the back seat typed … Read the rest

Street Racing Laws And Penalties – A state trooper on patrol near the Gandy Bridge in Tampa pulled over a Nissan GTR going over 100 mph on Oct. 20, 2023. The driver was charged with street racing. | Florida Highway Patrol through WUSF

DeSantis’ office announced Monday that he had signed the bills, which passed during the legislative session that ended on March 8.

Street Racing Laws And Penalties

One of the bills (SB 1764) targets “connected” events where 10 or more cars are involved in “drag racing” and “street pick-ups.” It will increase fines and possible jail time for people who participate.

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Rep. Kiyan Michael, a Jacksonville Republican who sponsored the bill, said in February that the issue is a “public safety” problem that extends from Jacksonville to Miami. He added that the current sanctions are not a deterrent for many people.

Under … Read the rest