Gregory's Server@chad That is a challenge for EVs - pedestrians don't hear the vehicle - especially if they are focused on a smartphone (as many are today). USA does have legislation on sound levels at low speeds. I will say the Ioniq 5 is very quiet while driving. You can hear a sound when accelerating, but if music is playing - you cannot hear the electric motors at all. Highway driving is very comfortable - and the interior is very roomy.
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@brent @displacedcanuck @chad this pedestrian is truly grateful when cyclists use their bells! It only startles me when someone waits until they are a few feet away from me before they ring.  I really like the idea of mounting a front desk bell in my car to tap when pedestrians should move over, thank you for that image  You're not hearing, but there are external speakers announcing the car's presence. Hyundai calls its own sound as Digital Angels IIRC. Every EV sold in EU and US must have this feature. Just because you don't hear internally, it doesn't mean it's not present externally.  @bayindirh @displacedcanuck I think - if I'm following the thread correctly - they were referring to simulated engine sounds in the cabin. I wholeheartedly agree that exterior noise generators are critical to keep pedestrians and cyclists safe in lieu of a noisy ICE. |
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I find myself wishing I had a courtesy bell, or similar warning sound, when driving slowly near pedestrians on residential streets (esp. with no sidewalks).
But I have a bell on my bicycle. People on foot seem to consider it rude, even on shared trails. Esp. if you interrupt their device interaction. Many people resent having to share space, regardless how they are traveling.
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