Electric vehicle owners often praise their cars for their smooth, quiet ride, but research suggests that some passengers may experience motion sickness more frequently when traveling in EVs. Studies indicate that the lack of engine noise in electric vehicles could disrupt the brain’s ability to process movement, as the absence of auditory cues may make it harder to gauge speed and direction. This phenomenon, known as "motion sickness," could be linked to the sensory mismatch between what passengers see and what their inner ears detect. Experts are now exploring how vehicle design might help reduce these effects for passengers.
EV drivers love their cars, but some passengers feel sick - this could be why BBC