Broadcast Leaders Criticize Tesla's FM Radio Decision
Tesla's decision to remove FM radio from its new Model 3 and Model Y trims has sparked criticism from broadcasters.
Industry leaders argue that this move puts public safety and consumer choice at risk, highlighting the need for legislation to protect broadcast access in cars.
- Tesla is the first major automaker to completely remove over-the-air radio.
- The company began phasing out AM tuners in 2020.
The timing coincides with Congress considering the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, a bipartisan bill with over 300 House co-sponsors and a Senate supermajority.
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The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) is among those troubled by the exclusion, as they advocate for the AM Act.
Author's summary: Tesla's FM radio cut sparks criticism from broadcasters.