Drivers in the first category are increasingly irritated by drivers in the second. Also irritated are homeowners whose peace is ruptured by cars whose stereos sound like thunder.
Achieving such a drive-by chest-thumping sound is easy, thanks to microchips in today's stereo amplifiers. Getting away from it is not so easy.
That's why Raleigh's city Council is considering a noise ordinance that would crack down on the volume of car stereos.
The proposal would prohibit music that's audible more than 50 feet away from a vehicle.
The proposed penalty would be a $500 fine or 30 days in jail.
The council may put the measure to a full vote Tuesday.
Cary and Durham already have similar ordinances on the books.
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