An innovative new bus sound is set to be trialed on London’s latest electric bus route beginning in January.
Transport for London (TfL) developed the sound, which is played through special speakers inside the front of the bus, to ensure that all road users are aware of electric and hybrid buses when they are moving at slow speeds.
Without this sound, these vehicles are almost silent, which could pose a safety risk, particularly for people who are blind or are partially sighted.
