Though the cabin does a good job of keeping engine and
wind noise out, there is a bit of road noise transmitted from the tires and suspension via the floor.
That keeps
the wind noise out from the front, and road noise seemed to be significantly reduced as well.
Comfort-wise, the upgraded model should be quieter inside, with added noise insulation and a laminated glass windshield that helps keep
wind noise out of the cabin.
The sleek shape and tight seals kept
wind noise out while sound deadening material kept the engine noise at bay.
The 2018 Outlander Sport boasts an improved quiet interior because of its optimized insulators, strategically - placed to keep more road and
wind noises out, so you hear only what you want to.
Not exact matches
When the company was developing an early version of its signature HD Hero camera, Woodman set
out to solve the
wind -
noise problem with the help of Zero bikes, which are nearly silent except for a low electric whirring.
The white
noise comes
out as a gentle
wind noise that helps to mask other background sounds.
He is using computer software to filter
out noise from
wind, surf, ship engines, snapping shrimp, and echolocating dolphins.
The consortium points
out that the speeds of turbines on land have to be limited to minimise
noise, and that the
wind flow over water is more constant than over land.
There's just a hint of
wind noise that comes through near the B - pillar at around 90 - 95 mph, but fret not, as the M760i comes complete with one of the finest audio systems on sale today and will drown
out every ounce of road and
wind noise that's able to seep into the cabin.
Stick with the former and you can drop the small rear screen over your shoulder to allow the
noise in while keeping the
wind out.
It doesn't come at the expense of usability either because driven at a gentler pace the S1 is among the calmer, more comfortable options in its size class, with relatively little road and
wind noise and a pliant ride, and while the current generation A1 is now a seven year old car inside and
out, the S1's cabin is such a simple, considered design that it hasn't really aged.
«Particularly on the highway, tire and
wind noise are bothersome and drown
out the audio system,» associate Web editor Joey Capparella said.
It also looks more expensive, inside and
out, than anything in its class, although excessive
wind and road
noise reminds you it's not a luxury sedan.
On the highway slog
out of L.A., the CrossCabriolet rides great, its cloth roof insulates the cabin from
wind noise, and its continuously variable transmission keeps the engine speed remarkably low.
A new, optional Beats stereo thumps
out clear enough sound to overcome road and
wind noise, but editors agreed the bass underwhelmed despite a trunk - mounted subwoofer.
That premium stereo is critical, however, for helping drown
out all the
noise that penetrates the Mitsubishi's interior, be it
wind noise, road
noise, or engine
noise.
Out of the hills and back in the land of cell reception, the Velar offered a comfortable and luxurious cruise, soaking up bumps and keeping
wind and tire
noises outside the cabin where they belong.
The cabin is quiet overall, which made a couple of sounds stand
out: There's some
wind noise along the B - pillars when you hit and exceed 60 mph; this might actually be from the side mirrors, but I really heard it right next to my head when driving.
The steering is perfectly linear, the suspension mellows
out the bumps without feeling floaty, and road and
wind noise have been nicely filtered
out without making you feel like you're completely isolated from the road.
Noise levels, too, are competitive — the Optima quells highway wind sounds better than road ones, but overall noise won't drown out conversations or m
Noise levels, too, are competitive — the Optima quells highway
wind sounds better than road ones, but overall
noise won't drown out conversations or m
noise won't drown
out conversations or music.
As in all Caterhams though, the
wind noise is so great (whether the roof is on or off) that the racket the engine makes is quickly drowned
out.
The three - layer fabric roof wins the battle against
wind noise when its closed, and when you've lowered it Mercedes» automatic
wind protection system sees a deflector rise
out of the windscreen header rail to deflect the airflow over the front - seat passengers with impressive effect, although rear - seat passengers aren't as cocooned as they are in, say a Bentley Continental GT Convertible.
These measures have been implemented to cut
out the two primary sources of unwanted
noise — roar from the tires and
wind turbulence from the side mirrors.
«BMW seems to have a hard time sealing
out wind noise from around the mirrors / A-pillar area of the new 5 - series.»
A calm and supple ride complements the quiet cabin, the first hint of anything other than total serenity is some breathy
wind noise, but rather than being dominant it's only really audible because there isn't any engine
noise to help drown it
out.
What I didn't expect was how cool and collected the 2016 Ford Explorer Platinum feels at high speed; it's not the slightest bit twitchy, and the extra acoustic insulation really blocks
out noise from engine, tires and
wind.
An advanced cab - to - bed seal, a front chin spoiler and better aerodynamic performance help smooth
out the airflow, helping reduce
wind noise too.
Other minor complaints included a transmission that tended to shift
out of first gear too quickly, high - beam headlamps that didn't reach as far as we'd like, excessive
wind noise from the rear side windows, and seat cushions that some behinds felt were too flat.
That means new tech, new style and a new suede - covered acoustic top that keeps
out road and
wind noise, as least going in a straight line.
The rear suspension is mounted on a subframe, which helps isolate
noise and vibration and acoustic glass helps keep
out wind and road
noise.
It is extremely refined though, with
wind and road
noise mostly blocked
out even on the largest wheel options.
That means there is barely a peep from the motor when driving, and when at any sort of speed
wind and tyre
noise drowns that
out quickly.
Wind noise isn't a problem below 100mph and even flat
out at 122mph we found the car acceptably quiet.
Wind and road
noise are almost completely shut
out, too, so this is an ideal car for travelling long distances.
Other features fitted as standard include dual stage front airbags; side and curtain airbags; a Bose premium audio system; AudioPilot active
noise cancellation, which neutralises road,
wind and other intrusive
noises by sending
out an opposite phase signal through the audio system; Active Front Lighting System (AFS) featuring directional lighting; keyless entry; satellite navigation with a voice recognition function and RDS - TMS to help the driver plot a route around traffic congestion; and a rear view camera to assist parking.
The car also does an excellent job of cutting
out road
noise, but at higher speeds you do get a bit of
wind noise around the A-pillars.
The A7's interior is nice and quiet (though going for larger alloy wheels can compromise that), with an acoustic windscreen further filtering
out any
wind, road or engine
noise.
It's not too stiffly sprung, so the suspension still damps
out ruts just fine and the interior is well insulated from road and
wind noise.
Canyon features inlaid, triple - sealed doors, thick windshield and side glass, and liquid - applied sound deadener to help reduce
wind noise inside the cab and keep the road
noise out.
At least it calms down at a cruise, fading to a point where
wind noise (from the side mirrors) and tyre roar easily drown it
out.
It smooths
out at higher speeds on the motorway, but sound - insulation isn't particularly good, with road and
wind noise both intrusive.
The floaty ride filters
out more road imperfections, but it still comes with an impressive level of
wind, road and cabin
noise, though a couple of notches below that of the hatch, I have noted.
The interior features enhanced active
noise control that emits sound waves that cancel
out unwanted sounds in the cabin such as engine, transmission and
wind.
Apart from squeezing into cramped parking spots, it felt most at home
out on smooth, open freeways, lazily revving around 1700rpm in sixth at 100km / h with just a hint of tyre and
wind noise.
A brawny V - 6 engine gives the 2007 Eclipse Spyder GT plenty of freeway freedom, while its booming stereo will drown
out the
wind noise in the fast lane.
The CZC keeps
out wind and road
noise better than most traditional soft - tops thanks to its hard roof, but the suspension can be heard clonking over bumps and there's a whistle down the side at motorway pace.
Even beyond the national speed limit,
wind and road
noise are brilliantly contained, and that brutal V8 is easily tamed as a gentle cruise once backed
out of Sport mode.
To see the differences, take a ride: The Enclave drives like a Buick should, smoothing
out rough pavement and banishing
wind and road
noise.
The Good A brawny V - 6 engine gives the 2007 Eclipse Spyder GT plenty of freeway freedom, while its booming stereo will drown
out the
wind noise in the fast lane.