Updates
Radio Radio for Connected cars shares relevant news reports and industry developments.
Canadian Association of Broadcasters Joins Radio Ready, Strengthening Global Coalition
Radio Ready, the global coalition working to safeguard radio's prominence in connected cars, has welcomed a new member: the Canadian Association of Broadcasters (CAB). CAB joins more than 40 members - representing over 10,000 radio stations - strengthening the coalition's representation across Canada.
CarApp World Europe 2026: Keeping radio prominent in a rapidly evolving connected-car landscape
As in-car technology evolves and more digital services compete for drivers' attention, ensuring radio remains prominent, easy to find and simple to use is becoming increasingly important. This was a key theme at CarApp World Europe 2026, held in Paris on 5 October.
French Senate backs new legislation to protect radio access in vehicles
The French Senate has voted by a significant majority in favour of proposed legislation to modernise radio, marking an important step towards safeguarding access to broadcast radio in connected vehicles.
NAB Joins 'Radio Ready' in Major Push Across the U.S.
The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has officially joined Radio Ready, the global coalition dedicated to safeguarding radio’s prominence in the connected car dashboard.
Metadata Manifesto published to help radio look as good as it sounds in connected cars
The In-Car Radio Metadata Manifesto has been published to help broadcasters improve the visual and interactive experience of radio in connected cars. Launched by Radio Ready for Connected Cars at the World DAB Automotive Forum, it offers practical guidance on the role of metadata and how broadcasters can work with key industry partners to strengthen in-car radio services.
egta joins Radio Ready, extending industry focus on radio discoverability in connected cars
egta, the international trade body for multiplatform TV and audio businesses, has joined Radio Ready, the global industry-wide campaign focused on ensuring radio remains accessible, prominent and easy to discover in connected cars.
Radio industry calls for keeping wireless signal in vehicles in Europe
The Belgian radio sector is calling on the European authorities to make FM and DAB+ radio receivers compulsory in all new vehicles registered in the European Union, maRadio.be, RadioZ, La Craxx and Digitale Radio Vlaanderen said in a joint statement on Thursday.
Radio Ready Gains Global Momentum as South Africa Joins Initiative Now Spanning 23 Broadcasters and Industry Bodies
Radio Ready Gains Global Momentum as South Africa Joins Initiative Now Spanning 23 Broadcasters and Industry Bodies
Bauer Media Audio brings Rayo to Android Automotive, expanding its audio platform into connected car dashboards
Bauer Media Audio has launched a native Android Automotive version of Rayo in the UK and Portugal, bringing its audio platform directly into connected vehicle dashboards and making it easier for listeners to access Bauer Media’s radio brands wherever they are – including in the car.
European Broadcasters Unite for New Audio campaign, Connected Journeys
Landmark movement will run across broadcasters reaching 180 million listeners and aims to celebrate Europe's enduring love of listening to radio in the car.
Radio World reports on the WorldDAB Summit 2025 and speakers' calls for in-car radio to fight for its place on the dashboard.
The WorldDAB Summit 2025 was held at DPG Media in Antwerp, Belgium in November, focusing on how radio stations and media companies are working together to ensure radio stays prominent and accessible in vehicles.
Tune in to Trust: AER Roundtable calls for stronger policy support for radio.
EU policymakers and commercial radio leaders gathered at the European Parliament to discuss radio's future in the digital age and explore how to safeguard radio's accessibility, findability, and sustainability.