Congress moves to keep AM radio in every new car
The U.S. House passed H.R. 979, the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025, requiring AM radio in new cars. The bipartisan bill now awaits a Senate vote, while automakers oppose it, citing EV interference and up to $3.8 billion in costs.
- House passed H.R. 979 mandating AM radio in new vehicles
- NAB says over 80 million Americans listen to AM radio monthly
- Auto industry estimates $3.8 billion cost to fix EV interference
- AM/FM holds 82% of in-car ad-supported audio listening among adults 18+
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