Senator Markey Criticizes Eight Automakers for Removing Broadcast AM Radio from Vehicles

Washington (March 8, 2023) – Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today released responses from top automakers to his December letter asking the companies whether they have discontinued access to free broadcast AM radio in their vehicles, including electric vehicles. Of the 20 companies, eight — BMW, Ford, Mazda, Polestar, Rivian, Tesla, Volkswagen, and Volvo — have removed broadcast AM radio from their electric vehicles.