We're still talking about electric cars. The fact is, without us necessarily realizing it, they’ll become an increasingly common part of our daily lives, just like the ubiquitous electric vans from Mercado Libre that are already driving down our streets. So much so that some manufacturers are trying to develop an accessory that these vehicles can’t offer: the thrilling (for some) sound of a powerful engine. 

This is the case with Ferrari and Stellantis. The latter unveiled, alongside its Charger Daytona SRT electric concept car—which is set to hit the market in 2024— an exhaust sound system. Ferrari has also indicated that it is working on creating distinctive sounds for its first electric model, which is set to hit the market in 2025.

Of course, the sounds in electric cars aren’t just a matter of “nuts and bolts.” Because their motors are so quiet, regulators in Europe, the U.S., and China have begun requiring these vehicles to come equipped with a built-in sound system to alert cyclists and pedestrians to their presence.

Some manufacturers are partnering with renowned musicians to design these sounds, such as Jaguar, which is working with electronic musician Richard Devine on its i-Pace electric model (you can hear the sound here , or BMW, which has partnered with Hans Zimmer, one of Hollywood’s most brilliant composers (here’s the sound of the electric BMW, as created by Zimmer).