The new Ford Kuga Plug-in Hybrid is growing in popularity
With new noise reduction technology, Ford has made the new Kuga Plug-in Hybrid a much quieter car than previous car generations. This is achieved through what Ford calls the 'whisper strategy', which makes the driving experience of the new Kuga Plug-in Hybrid more comfortable and quiet than ever. The Ford Kuga Plug-in Hybrid's noise level in the cabin is as much as 20 dB lower than the noise level in a 1966 Ford Anglia. Most people find that a sound feels twice as loud when it jumps by 10 dB. The significant result has been achieved with the help of Ford's new 'whisper strategy' - a series of both small and large adjustments that contribute to a lower noise level. Over two years, Ford has tested more than 70 tire types on different surfaces and under different driving conditions to identify the type of tire that produces the least noise without compromising comfort and traction. In addition, the underside of the new Ford Kuga has got aerodynamic plates that ke...