BMW engineers developing sounds for the next generation electric Mini range have come up with around 30 distinct 'audible signals' as alerts for certain events of information while driving, writes Brian Byrne.
Instead of the basic 'beeps' which have been generally used in the auto industry as alerts, an owner will now be expected to recognise distinct sounds relating to a wide range of functions including turn signals, seat belt warnings, and park distance controls.
This is all part of a wider acoustic engineering process for the Mini brand (and presumably other group makes), which will include combustion engine, 'go-kart' sporty sounds, and relaxing forest ambience 'from the babbling of a stream to the chirping of crickets and the rustling of the wind in the treetops'.
Listen out, now ...
