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AARP Pushes Congress to Keep AM Radio in Cars


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Friday, February 7th 2025 at 17:24 GMT by AARP   Print publication without navigation

  • Many older Americans still rely on AM radio for their news, entertainment and community engagement. Increasingly though, automakers are dropping AM radios as standard features in some of their vehicles, mainly new electric models.

The article from AARP discusses the "AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act," a legislative proposal introduced by Senators Ed Markey and Ted Cruz, along with Representatives Josh Gottheimer and Tom Kean Jr. This bipartisan bill aims to ensure that all new vehicles sold in the U.S. continue to include AM radio receivers at no additional cost. The push for this legislation comes in response to some automakers considering the removal of AM radio from electric vehicles due to interference issues. Proponents argue that AM radio is crucial for emergency alerts, local news, and community engagement, especially in rural areas where it remains a primary source of information. The bill also requires the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to mandate AM radio in vehicles, highlighting its importance for public safety and accessibility.

Read the Full AARP Article at:
[ https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/advocacy/info-2025/am-radio-for-every-vehicle-act.html ]

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