In article ews.net,
Doctor Drivel wrote:
Are you sure about that? Modern cars have less steel in them so they
may well weigh less for the same trim level. Of course there is a lot
more sound proofing in most modern cars and that does add to the
weight as do bigger tyres.

Having the engine transmission a naturally quiet unit (electric for
e.g.) soundproofing is not required, although thermal insulation maybe
to reduce the electric heater needs, if all EV of course.

Much of the noise in a modern car is caused by the tyre/road combination.
And the road noise in the Prius is much higher than the class norm. That
you don't know this proves yet again you've never driven one. The engine
noise is also unpleasant when that engine is working hard - as it has to
on the open road.

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Dave Plowman London SW
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