Several electric performance cars offer the ability to experience simulated gear shifts, so that EV drivers can still enjoy some of the thrill of going through the cogs during an exhilarating drive. Generally, EVs don't use traditional transmissions with multiple gear ratios because the motors deliver peak torque immediately, so these features are more about enhancing the driving experience behind the wheel.For example, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N can simulate the behavior of having an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, including modulating the motors' torque deployment and creating a jolt between the fake shifts. The sound of an internal combustion engine accompanies the experience.Now, Hyundai is preparing to bring the simulated shifts and fake combustion engine sounds to its mainstream EVs. The company says that customers are responding well to these systems, so it makes sense to introduce the features to more models. To keep the feature special, the automaker wouldn't offer the tech on base-trim models, Hyundai Europe Product Vice President Raf van Nuffel told Carsales."We really want to have a proper [driving] experience – not just the sound, but a bit of the boost. It is not something that we limit to N, but we have certain requirements – we do need a minimum level of power to have this clutch-type feeling. We are not going to offer it across the range, but definitely [there is] more to come without always having to go for 600 horsepower."- Raf van Nuffel, Hyundai Europe product vice president More Sound, The Same Fury HyundaiIn theory, the simulated shift sensation and fake engine sound are something Hyundai could add to any EV, but that's not the company's plan, according to van Nuffel. However, since no powertrain modifications are necessary to implement this tech, the automaker could include it in existing vehicles, in addition to new ones.Hyundai calls its fake transmission system N e-shift. In the Ioniq 5 N, it even works with the braking regen to mimic a chosen gear. The company also has a patent for an even more sophisticated version of the system. Similarly, the Honda Super-N EV has a mode with a simulated seven-speed transmission and creates a fake redline.Seyth Miersma/CarBuzz/ValnetHyundai already has a robust EV lineup in the United States, with a range including the Kona Electric, Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, and Ioniq 9. Plus, the brand intends to expand its lineup of N-branded performance models to more than seven vehicles by 2030. The offerings would include a mix of pure combustion, hybrid, and EV powertrains. The goal is to sell 100,000 N-branded products a year by the end of the decade.EV builders didn't invent the practice of pumping fake engine sounds into vehicle cabins. Volkswagen introduced its Soundaktor technology into the Golf GTI and Golf R in 2011. High-end brands like Porsche have used it too.
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