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AM/FM Radio Still Dominates In-Car Listening at 55%

4/15/2026

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  • Edison Research study shows 55% of Americans aged 13+ still listen to AM/FM radio in cars, while streaming accounts for 16% of in-car audio.
  • Among Americans aged 13–34, AM/FM radio accounts for 46% of listening time, while streaming is 30%.
  • Podcasts account for 40% of listening time for spoken-word audio, ahead of AM/FM radio at 39%.
  • The study shows a shift since 2015, when radio held 75% of spoken-word audio.