The rotary engine is easily one of the most controversial powertrains in the world of cars, and it's known for the brap-brap sound. Why do they do that?

Whether it's legal concerns or making enthusiasts feel more at home, fake engine noises serve multiple purposes and are prominently featured on a wide array of makes and models. Typically on EVs and ...

Ferrari has released details about its approach to powertrain sounds with its first electric vehicle, the Elettrica, and I am intrigued. If well-executed, I even think it might convince some ...

A passenger aircraft produces an intense engine sound that immediately stands out during airport operations. The loud roar ...

You're probably familiar with the high-pitched whine of a flat-plane engine or the deep rumble of a cross-plane American V8. If you're lucky enough, you may have heard and experienced the harmonious ...

BMW reveals that it recorded engine sounds from three iconic M cars to give the electric M3 character and a sense of connection. The cars sampled were the E63 M6, F82 M4 and the E90 M3. The prototype ...

Lexus’ Takashi Doi confirms that the in-development all-electric LFA will feature fake engine noise. The recently unveiled all-electric Lexus LFA Concept is joining the growing roster of performance ...

While Rob Dahm’s garage is no stranger to monstrous rotary engines, including four-rotor units cranking out more than 1,000 horsepower, this one is mind-bending. Here we have a massive, ...

A breakthrough study has revealed why emerging electric aircraft engine technology sounds so annoying -- and how to fix it. A breakthrough study has revealed why emerging electric aircraft engine ...