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Ford to keep AM radio on 2024 models; will restore AM on 2 electric vehicles from 2023

Ford CEO Jim Farley wrote in social media postings Tuesday that the company is reversing a decision to drop AM radio after speaking with government policy leaders. (AP file)

DETROIT — Owners of new Ford vehicles will be able to tune in to AM radio in their cars, trucks and SUVs after all.

CEO Jim Farley wrote in social media postings Tuesday that the company is reversing a decision to scrub the band after speaking with government policy leaders who are concerned about keeping emergency alerts that often are sounded on AM stations.

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