importantSYS.SOURCE: TechCrunch• 2026-09-16T22:37:08Z
Bipartisan Legislation Targets AM Radio Integration in New US Vehicles
The US House passed bipartisan legislation requiring new vehicles to include AM radio free of charge, aiming to ensure emergency communication access. Automakers like Tesla and Rivian face challenges due to electromagnetic interference, but proponents argue AM radio's long-range signals are critical for public safety.
The House of Representatives, in rare bipartisan support, overwhelmingly approved legislation that would require new vehicles to include AM radio.
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