House committee approves bill requiring new cars to have AM radio

The House Energy and Commerce Committee approved a bill mandating AM radio in new cars, addressing concerns about emergency broadcasts and the technology's decline. The AM for Every Vehicle Act passed 45-2 and moves to the full House. It requires automakers to include AM radio at no extra cost. Some car companies, particularly EV makers, have removed AM radio due to interference issues. Critics argue the bill could increase EV production costs and require vehicle redesigns.