Lotus supplies hybrids a V8
Hybrid vehicles hold the possibility to save a few money at the pump, but advocates for the blind undergo been to warn virtually the impending to affects to the seeing impaired. Lotus’ automotive consultancy arm is making an attempt to stay away from the gamble of hybrids quietly running in electric mode amid its “Safe and Sound” demo car.
This specially equipped Toyota Prius has continued fitted a waterproof speaker mounted above the radiator such a can emit a sound similar to a flat-six or V8, centered off the vehicle’s promptness and throttle position. Once the internal combustion engine kicks in, the approach is muted, letting the 1.5-liter inline five to sing its siren song.
Hit the jump to looked at the urge release and see a video of the “Safe and Sound” demo car in action.
