It also is mounted to a fully - isolated sub frame to
further reduce road noise and help with the acoustic balance of the vehicle.
They found that by shaving off the peaks and irregularities that dot the surface of concrete pavement (top images) with a machine that is essentially a large drum encrusted with diamond dust, workers can
reduce road noise by as much as 10 decibels — or nearly half.
The bodywork of the car is higher, so you feel cradled and protected in this car, which I think
also reduces road noise.
It was a blustery day for the drive programme, but Subaru's engineers certainly seem to have found ways
of reducing the road noise transmitted to the cabin.
Signature Buick QuietTuning includes all - new tire insulation to help
reduce road noise on front - wheel - drive models and premium five - link rear suspension on AWD models.
The RX's entire chassis and body has been strengthened to improve handling and safety, as well
as reduce road noise.
The floor and sides are carpeted to help protect cargo during transit, and also to help
reduce road noise entering the passenger cabin.
Efforts to enhance drive performance are extensive, and include a slight firming of the suspension, more responsive steering, further tuning of the CVT transmission, and
reduced road noise through improved cabin sound insulating.
The suspension is also improved with a 4 - point bushing
mounts reducing road noise and increase ride comfort, shock absorber strut rod diameter improving handling, Hydraulic rebound spring minimizing shock and a new hollow stabilizer bar reducing some of the weight.
An additional sound absorber beneath the convertible - top covering has a thermal - insulating effect and
reduces road noise when the roof is closed.
Four - wide longitudinal grooves provide an efficient water - evacuating feature, while 3D shoulder
grooves reduce road noise.
Measures adopted to
reduce road noise in the new model include fitting a dynamic damper to the rear suspension cross member, improving the vehicle «s sound - proofing and fitting stronger alloy wheels.
The low - mounted, multi-link rear suspension features stiff hydro - formed cross members that minimize flex and help
reduce road noise inside the cabin.
Occupants also benefit from new door seals and a rear wheel arch liner that
reduce road noise for a quieter, more enjoyable drive, all with minimal weight gain compared to the 2010 model.
He said the car also uses bespoke Pirelli tyres which contain sound insulating foam to
reduce road noise by around 3dB.
A big benefit is the 16 - inch wheel - spec and corresponding generous sidewall, an element that
also reduces road noise.
The front suspension has also changed from double wishbones to struts in the pursuit
of reducing road noise and vibration.
AWD models feature an all - new five - link rear suspension that provides improved road noise isolation and tuning designed to match that drivetrain's advanced capabilities, while signature Buick QuietTuning includes all - new tire insulation to help
reduce road noise on front - wheel - drive models.
Swiss - based acoustic engineers are developing a sound tracking system they say will help regulators control traffic flow and
reduce road noise.
Specially shaped tread elements, randomly placed,
reduce road noise.
Land Rover has fitted the roof with an acoustic inner lining to
reduce road noise and enhance cabin insulation.
Updates to the rear suspension include a redesigned rear cross-member span that's longer than the outgoing model for improved wheel travel over harsh roads and revised bushings to help
reduce road noise.
The unique 20 - inch tyres feature two slim contact points on the outer edges to provide lower rolling resistance and
reduce road noise, while providing a high level of grip.
In addition to
reducing road noise, the chip - resistant sound shield provides a protective layer between the elements and your vehicles undercarriage.
Land Rover says the roof uses an acoustic inner lining in an effort to
reduce road noise and enhance cabin insulation.
Acoustic glass was added to later models to
reduce road noise.
Comfort and convenience are clearly a priority within the RAV4 since the cabin was specifically engineered to
reduce road noise and diminish vibration while traveling at high speeds.
Also standard is a European - inspired independent MacPherson strut - type suspension with a stabilizer bar to help
reduce road noise, vibration and body roll when cornering.
It has an acoustic inner lining to
reduce road noise and also to provide insulation to the cabin.
This tire comes loaded with race - proven technology: a tread pattern that promotes rapid water evacuation, variable dimensions in the tread blocks, and a smoother shape to
reduce road noise.
Reducing road noise, vibrations and enhancing driving dynamics were priorities for the all - new Sonata development team.
It is one area that Kia should have spent more time on -
reducing the road noise.
In addition to passenger comfort, improving interior cabin noise management and
reducing road noise were top development priorities for Hyundai engineers.
Newly designed 16 - and 17 - inch alloy wheels are stiffer and
reduce road noise.
Thicker body frame with a closed cross-section and other enhancements improve rigidity for greater handling stability and reduced road noise
Two different independent tire store agree that they will
reduce the road noise.
- For a premium quality interior space where all occupants can comfortably enjoy music or conversation, top class sound insulation is used to
reduce road noise.
A new double - wishbone rear suspension is mounted on the sub frame, which provides improved ride and handling, as well as helps to
reduce road noise.
It has a new multi-resonator located around the fresh air intake duct that lowers engine noise, strengthened wheel rims and Thinsulate ® insulation sheeting newly added to the roof liner to
reduce road noise.
Despite being wider, the tires maintain a low rolling resistance while also helping to
reduce road noise and vibration.
The model features Signature Buick QuietTuning, which now includes all - new tire insulation to help
reduce road noise.