What is a primary exclusion noted in OAP 1 coverage?

The primary exclusion noted in OAP 1 coverage pertains to the act of carrying passengers for hire. This exclusion is in place because personal automobile insurance policies, such as the Ontario Automobile Policy (OAP 1), are designed for personal use of the vehicle, not for commercial purposes. When a driver carries passengers for hire, it transforms the use of the vehicle from private to commercial. This introduces different risks and liabilities that personal policies are not equipped to cover, necessitating a commercial auto insurance policy instead.

While the other acts listed, such as driving under the influence, racing, or driving without a valid license, are serious offenses and can lead to consequences under the law, they are not specifically excluded in the same manner as carrying passengers for hire in the context of standard automobile insurance coverage. The OAP 1 is explicit in outlining that coverage does not extend to situations where individuals are compensated for transporting others, which is why this exclusion is pivotal in understanding the limitations of personal auto insurance in Ontario.