Street racing, also known as illegal racing or drag racing, refers to the unlawful activity of racing motor vehicles on public roads. Other terms used to describe this dangerous behavior include hot-rodding, joyriding, and speed competitions. Some street racers refer to themselves as "gearheads" or "speed demons," while others use specific terms such as drifting, burnouts, or quarter-mile racing. Regardless of the terminology used, street racing is a serious offense that endangers not only the racers themselves but also innocent bystanders and other drivers on the road. Law enforcement agencies across the world are cracking down on this illegal activity and encouraging people to race safely and legally on designated tracks and courses.