B.C. man stopped for speeding in unsafe vehicle

A 22-year-old man in British Columbia was stopped for speeding at 130 km/h in an 80 km/h zone, prompting police to assess his vehicle, which was described as “held together with duct tape and wishful thinking.” The car had various modifications, including a door latch welded on and a rear window replaced with rebar and duct tape. He received a $368 fine for excessive speed, along with costs for towing and a seven-day impoundment, and must repair the vehicle to pass inspection. The RCMP emphasized the importance of having modified vehicles inspected for safety.

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