The Future of AM Radio in Cars: Ford's Decision and the Fight to Save It.
TL;DR
Carmakers like Ford and Tesla are reconsidering the inclusion of AM radio in their vehicles due to possible interference with electric engines. However, AM radio remains a crucial source of information during emergencies and for local news, political talk, Christian music, and non-English speakers. A bipartisan bill was proposed to require carmakers to include AM radio, and under pressure from lawmakers and the media, Ford CEO Jim Farley announced that AM radio will be included in its 2024 fleet and retroactively added to its 2023 electric models via a software update. The future of AM radio in cars remains uncertain as electric cars continue to take over the road.
Topics:businesstechnology#am-radio#electric-cars#emergency-communication#ford#legislation#technology
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