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What is Wind Noise?

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JosiahLee
07/29/25 8:43pm

Wind noise refers to the noise generated when the pressure of oncoming wind exceeds the sealing resistance of car doors and enters the vehicle during high-speed driving. The faster the driving speed, the greater the wind noise. The car body itself is like a box, and sound has the properties of refraction and overlap. When sound enters the car, if there are no sound-absorbing and sound-insulating materials to absorb and block it, the noise will continuously refract and overlap, forming resonance. Below is relevant information about high car noise: 1. Solution: Add sound insulation strips at the door panel joints to reduce wind noise. Maintain the vehicle regularly. 2. The role of car maintenance is to ensure the car's excellent performance, improve driving safety, reduce engine noise, and extend the car's service life. 3. Car maintenance methods include: avoiding prolonged exposure to sunlight; changing engine oil and oil filters; replacing oil filter elements, air filter elements, gasoline filter elements, air conditioning filter elements, and transmission oil filter elements; adding windshield washer fluid, antifreeze, and air conditioning refrigerant; checking for wear on the drive belt; cleaning throttle and cylinder carbon deposits; inspecting the chassis for damage; checking the body and tires.

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IrisLynn
08/14/25 6:04pm

When driving with my family, I often encounter wind noise, which is the whooshing sound from outside the car at high speeds. It sounds particularly loud, especially when the window seals age, making conversations in the car difficult. The kids always complain about not being able to hear the music clearly. I've noticed that wind noise increases significantly when the speed exceeds 80 km/h, mainly due to the car's poorly designed shape, causing wind to hit the edges and create noise, similar to air leaking through a door gap. Regularly checking and replacing the seals can greatly improve this. I also recommend choosing car models with lower wind resistance for a more comfortable drive. Prolonged exposure to such noise can lead to fatigue, affecting driving safety.

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HaileyFitz
10/16/25 6:10am

After modifying my sports car, I gained a new understanding of wind noise. It's the sound produced by air flow when the car is moving fast. If the car body is uneven or the side mirrors are poorly designed, the wind will howl. I believe this reflects the vehicle's performance—the higher the speed, the louder the noise, which is especially annoying when speeding on the highway and can be distracting. I've tried installing spoilers or adjusting the windows to reduce the noise, with good results. Understanding wind noise helps improve the driving experience, and regularly cleaning debris from the roof can also prevent it, making the ride smoother and quieter.

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StJonathan
11/29/25 6:57am

When picking up the kids from school, they often complain that the car is too noisy. Wind noise refers to the loud sound of wind when driving fast on the road, especially noticeable with the windows open on rainy days. I've noticed that the situation worsens when the door seal strips on older cars are damaged, causing the entire cabin to buzz uncomfortably. After a simple repair, it improved significantly. This is a reminder to everyone that wind noise not only affects comfort but may also lead to rainwater leakage. Regular maintenance is key.

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