In 2019 all-electric and hybrid cars have to make noise in Switzerland. By making an electronic sound, it will be safer for pedestrians and people on bicycles. Also, for people with a visual impairment, the chance of an accident with a noise-making electric vehicle will be smaller. This news is confirmed by the FEDRO (Federal Roads Office).
Electric- And Hybrid Cars Will Start Making Noise.
Audi creates sound for electric cars.
The electric- and hybrid cars will be fitted with speakers on the outside to make the sound of an engine. This technology is known as an Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System. The sound must be audible at a speed of a max of 20 km/hour or if the car is reversing. Halfway 2019, this rule will go into effect for all new electric- and hybrid vehicles. If you have an electric- or hybrid car, you don’t need to worry.
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In Switzerland, they will be the first to be in line with the European Regulations.
An Organisation in Switzerland that is in charge of the interests of the blind disagrees with the regulations and thinks they don’t go far enough. Also, electric- and hybrid vehicles that standstill should make noise.
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Source: The Audi noise
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