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India's Honk-Happy Drivers Switch To Even Louder Horns

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The Sound of Change: India's Horn Crisis and Solutions

This chapter examines the rising trend of louder vehicle horns in India and its links to local driving habits. It highlights the lack of safety improvements despite increasing noise levels and explores alternative solutions, including incorporating sounds from Indian classical music and better noise regulations.

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