Canterbury police have located and impounded 20 vehicles in an operation targeting anti-social driving behaviour.
Operation Tonka so far has identified 33 vehicles in total "causing a number of issues" at Kainga in northern Christchurch.
Inquiries are underway to locate the remaining 13 vehicles.
"Police became aware of continued problems at Main North Road and Link Road some three months ago," said Sergeant Luke Vaughan.
"Police were getting regular report that anti-social road users were often congregating there, causing a number of issues in the area for nearby businesses and motorists."
Some of the vehicles have been linked to multiple offences, either on the same night or on several other nights.
"In total, 110 offences have been recorded over multiple weekends.
"The message for participants is clear, that those involved can expect to be held accountable for their actions. Police are pro-active and anti-social behaviour on our roads will not be tolerated."
It comes as a 20-year-old man has been charged with reckless driving after he was allegedly caught by police doing burnouts in Auckland's Waterview Tunnel.
Police spotted the vehicle around 1.30am on October 5, reportedly doing burnouts and creating a "blanket of smoke".
Authorities identified the vehicle shortly after and it was impounded. All five occupants of the car received infringements.
"We are going to hold them responsible for what is clearly idiotic behaviour," Auckland Motorways manager Senior Sergeant Scott Cunningham said.
"These drivers are putting other road users' lives at risk whilst driving in such an irresponsible manner and using public roads as their own playground.
"Police is committed to keeping people safe on our roads, and individuals who are responsible for burnouts are clearly not considering the safety of other road users."
Police encourage anyone with any information including photos or videos regarding anti-social driving behaviour to get in touch via 105.
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