As enthusiasts, we know not everyone appreciates why our cars aren’t silent. Some seem to expect everyone to drive a hushed hybrid, and a louder exhaust sends them into orbit. That appears to be what led to a court case over a Mustang’s engine revving.
Disputes over vehicle noise reflect the tension between enthusiasts and those who prize quiet. The case is an unusual example of how a car’s exhaust can become a genuine legal matter when neighbors or authorities take offense.


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