Electric vehicles will soon make noise to protect pedestrians

The importance of this sound system has been recognized following consultation involving several community groups and manufacturers. Implementation of this system is expected to prevent approximately 68 fatalities, 2,675 serious injuries and 2,962 minor injuries by 2060, resulting in an expected savings to the community of $208 million.

The rule ensures that vehicles equipped with AVAS will not exceed the noise levels of traditional petrol or diesel vehicles. The move brings Australia into line with other countries such as the European Union, the United Kingdom, Japan, Korea and the United States, where similar regulations are already in place.

Vision Australia has been a vocal supporter of this initiative, highlighting the significant impact it will have on the safety and confidence of pedestrians, especially those who are blind or partially sighted. This technology is seen as a crucial step towards creating safer public spaces for all pedestrians. Visit the official legislation website for more detailed information.