Why air horns are prohibited?
Why air horns are prohibited? In some research, it was proven that a 90 decibel sound can cause deafness. However, it was also proven that a 90-decibel noise can only cause said injury if the person is constantly exposed to the sound. Thus, laws were enacted to abate this noise in order to avoid causing injuries to the public.
What is the difference between a train horn and an air horn?
Train horns produce a deep, low tone and are generally louder than air horns. In contrast, air horns have a higher pitch and may not be as loud as train horns. However, some air horns can be louder than certain train horns, so personal preference plays a role in choosing the best option.
Is it illegal to use an air horn?
While owning and installing an aftermarket air horn or train horn is not illegal, some states have periodic inspections that your vehicle has to pass. For some of these inspections, having a train horn hooked up to your ride or, in some cases, having it wired up to be your only horn will cause you to fail inspection.