Tacoma, WA: Road Ragers Caught Flying Down SR-509, Use Emergency Shoulder To Recklessly Pass

A driver in a Ford F-150 and another in a Honda Civic Type R were caught on dashcam using the emergency shoulder to pass on SR-509 in Tacoma, WA. The incident occurred on July 22, 2026, and was shared on the /r/IdiotsInCars subreddit. The dashcam footage shows the two vehicles speeding and using the breakdown lane to pass traffic, with the Ford F-150 and Honda Civic Type R reaching near triple-digit speeds. The incident happened just before the Port of Tacoma Rd overpass, and the driver who captured the footage escaped unscathed. The use of the emergency shoulder to pass is considered an improper passing violation, and in Oregon, it can result in a fine of up to $265 and 2 driver license suspension points. However, the exact penalties can vary based on the circumstances and the citation issued.