Vancouver police are warning motorists they've launched a new blitz focused on excessively loud motorcycles and cars.

The campaign began Monday and runs through the summer months.

The aim is to try to cut down on unnecessarily loud motorcycle and car exhaust that can disturb the peace, enjoyment and quality of life of residents and tourists including those in the downtown core.

Police are reminding drivers that unnecessary noise from a vehicle's engine, tires, brakes, or exhaust may result in a violation ticket worth $109 plus 3 driver penalty points.