Connected Car
2024 Ford Mustang Joins Electric F-150 in Dropping AM RadioThe 2024 Ford Mustang will drop the AM radio receiver in its infotainment system—joining the electric F-150. A survey of radio listeners finds that radio listening on the whole, whether it is AM or FM, is trending downward. Bluetooth is now the most preferred technology for connected vehicles among new car buyers. 74% of respondents said AM radio was a ‘must have’ in 2021, but that’s down to just 70% in 2023. Just 33% of new car buyers reported AM radio as a ‘must have’ feature, showcasing why automakers feel the receiver is no longer necessary in 2023 model vehicles.