Mandatory AM Radio in New Vehicles for Emergency Alerts
New legislation mandates that all new vehicles sold in the U.S. must include a built-in AM radio. This ensures access to critical emergency alerts, like disaster warnings, even if other communication systems fail. Car manufacturers will need to inform buyers if a vehicle lacks an AM radio before the rules take effect.
Key points
All new vehicles manufactured or imported into the U.S. must include AM radio as standard equipment.
AM radio must be easily accessible to the driver on the dashboard.
Car manufacturers failing to comply may face civil penalties.
A study will assess alternative communication systems for emergency alerts to ensure reliability.
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