# Safety-Conscious Transportation Rules The EU Will Legislate Fake Noise to Electric Cars By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-07-04 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fake-noise References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2019/7/1/20676854/electric-cars-artificial-safety-noise-low-speeds-european-union-rules-2019-2021) & [publications.europa.eu](https://publications.europa.eu/en/publication-detail/-/publication/fe98a835-e656-11e3-8cd4-01aa75ed71a1/language-en) The [European Union](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-energy-commercial-vehicle) has ruled that electric cars will have to have fake noise added. Fake noise systems in cars are titled Acoustic Vehicle Alert Systems (AVAS). The [EU](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uber-and-hertz) has stated that AVAS will need to be added to new models of hybrid and electric vehicles by July of 2021. The new rules state that vehicles will need to make noise when driving under 12 mph or when traveling in reverse. The legislation was undertaken with safety concerns at the forefront of the discussion. This is because electric cars often have much quieter engines, which can be a danger to pedestrians who do not hear the car as it is traveling. Electric cars can especially be a problem for vision-impaired pedestrians. A charity group called Guide Dogs has stated that electric vehicles are 40% more likely to be involved in an accident with a pedestrian. Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Acoustic Vehicle Alert Systems (AVAS):** The EU ruling on fake noise for electric cars creates opportunities to develop and implement AVAS technologies. - **Pedestrian Safety in Electric Vehicles:** The focus on safety concerns in the EU legislation opens opportunities for innovations that enhance pedestrian awareness and protection when it comes to electric vehicles. - **Regulatory Measures for Electric Vehicles:** The EU's decision to legislate fake noise for electric cars signals the need for further regulations and standards regarding the safety aspects of electric vehicles. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can capitalize on the requirement to add AVAS in electric and hybrid vehicles by manufacturing and integrating sound systems that comply with the EU regulations. - **Technology Industry:** The technology industry can explore opportunities in creating innovative noise generation solutions for electric vehicles that enhance pedestrian safety while adhering to the new EU regulations. - **Disability Services Industry:** The disability services industry can develop assistive technologies or apps that rely on sound cues to aid visually impaired pedestrians in identifying electric vehicles to avoid potential accidents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Powerful-Sounding EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ferrari-sound-generator.md) - [Sustainable EV Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-tikes-cozy-coupe.md) - [Accessible EV Charging Ports](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessible-ev-charging.md) - [Diminutive Urban Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-electric-cars.md) - [Noiseless Electric Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-aircraft-technology.md) - [Autonomous Road-Assessing Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lane-monitoring.md) - [Yellow Camouflage Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-Mini-Countryman-SUV.md) - [Child-Centric Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-cars.md) - [Durable Optimized EV Tires](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hankook-tire.md)