Eli5: Why does engine compression braking cause such a loud and deep noise? 286 viewsDecember 31, 2023 Question100.55K July 6, 2023 0 Comments Listening to trucks entering a downhill slope and the engine noise is really loud and I can feel it in my chest – it seems louder than when they are accelerating.? In: 1 3 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted July 6, 2023 0 Comments This is called a “jake brake”. Technically it’s “unmuffled dynamic engine breaking”. It’s illegal in many cities, because of the noise issue. You are viewing 1 out of 3 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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