Supporting Car Makers: Guidance for the Automotive Industry
Radio Ready’s concise guide to its mission and objectives, along with detailed guidance for the automotive industry to better understand and support listener priorities in connected vehicles.
Understanding Listener Priorities
Research consistently shows that radio remains one of the most valued in-car entertainment options. Listeners expect:
- Easy Access - Radio should be accessible within one or two taps from the home screen
- Quick Start - The ability to resume their last station immediately on vehicle start
- Voice Control - Natural language commands to tune to stations by name or frequency
- Quality Audio - Support for high-quality digital broadcasts (DAB/DAB+)
Best Practice Recommendations
Radio Ready has developed the following guidance for automotive manufacturers:
User Interface Design
- Prominent Placement - Position radio prominently in the main entertainment menu
- Dedicated Button - Consider including a physical or soft button for radio access
- Favourites Integration - Allow stations to be saved alongside other media favourites
- Consistent Iconography - Use clear, recognisable icons for radio functionality
Technical Implementation
- Support FM, DAB/DAB+, and IP streaming for hybrid radio capability
- Implement station following for seamless frequency switching
- Enable background playback during navigation and other activities
- Provide metadata display for station name, programme info, and now playing
Working Together
Radio Ready is committed to supporting automotive manufacturers in delivering the best possible radio experience for their customers. We offer:
- Consultation Services - Expert advice on radio integration
- Testing and Feedback - Evaluation of radio implementations
- Industry Connections - Introduction to broadcaster technical teams
“By working together, we can ensure that every connected car delivers an excellent radio experience.” - Radio Ready
Contact us to discuss how we can support your radio integration efforts.
