Ferrari wants its EVs to have a distinct sound, just like its gas cars.
, automakers, including exotic brands like Ferrari, are making plans to switch their lineups to electric vehicles.
EVs have proven to be fast, and their disadvantages such as weight and slow charge times should only be improved over time. However, part of the allure of a Ferrari is the sound of its engine, something that quiet-running EVs can't match. To get around the issue, automakers have started adding sound generators to the EVs, in some cases to help pedestrians and the vision impaired know the vehicle is approaching. Ferrari is also investigating such a solution,reported on Tuesday, citing a research report from investment firm Oddo BHF, which contains information from an alleged Ferrari patent.
According to the report, the patent describes a means to amplify the sound from one or more electric motors in a vehicle and have the sound played from the rear of the vehicle. Dodge has developed a similar system for its upcoming EV previewed by the
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