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[–] floofloof 26 points 1 year ago (2 children)

It's part of the "siren battles" trend that has been going strong in New Zealand for several years, which appears to be particularly popular with indigenous people from the Pacific Islands.

These battles involve rival crews competing to blast the most powerful and clear sounds from loudspeakers attached to cars, or even bicycles, to win the title of "siren king."

That's the dumbest thing I've heard of since rolling coal and eating Tide pods.

[–] [email protected] 22 points 1 year ago (1 children)

At least the environmental impact is better than rolling coal…depending on your opinion of Celine Dion.

[–] nik282000 5 points 1 year ago

I kinda wonder what is the farthest that a clear sin wave can be transmitted by sound (in air).

[–] [email protected] 6 points 1 year ago

You've never been to a decibel drag race?

[–] [email protected] 14 points 1 year ago

To save people the click, it's Porirua