FM Radio

[weavahVBC]

I never would have considered that a standard FM radio might not be included in a car, but then apparently the R2 doesn't have one: https://community.scoutmotors.com/threads/r2-launch-watch.7553/post-84569

I still like listening to my local stations & really don't want to have to download/sign-up for an app to access them.

 

[cyure]

I really don’t listen to FM radio much anymore, but I agree it should be included. You shouldn’t have to pay for a subscription to listen to the radio.

 

[Logan]

I really don’t listen to FM radio much anymore, but I agree it should be included. You shouldn’t have to pay for a subscription to listen to the radio.

Agreed.

Its been aaaaaages since I listened to FM radio. So much so, I couldn't tell you a single FM radio station in my area, despite living here now for close to a decade.

But a subscription to listen to the radio is beyond dumb.

 

[maynard]

I never would have considered that a standard FM radio might not be included in a car, but then apparently the R2 doesn't have one: https://community.scoutmotors.com/threads/r2-launch-watch.7553/post-84569

I still like listening to my local stations & really don't want to have to download/sign-up for an app to access them.

I agree!

WRIF 101 FM
"The Home of Rock and Roll..."

(Yep - I'm old)

 

[BeerParty]

I agree!

WRIF 101 FM
"The Home of Rock and Roll..."

(Yep - I'm old)

I'll jump on that "I'm old" bandwagon. Who here know what WKRP in Cincinnati is?

 

[strider]

How much could Rivian have possibly saved by eliminating that? Surely an FM tuner is pennies these days?

Yes, please keep an FM radio. I know AM doesn't work with EVs due to interference but FM is important for those of us that live with severe weather. FM radio is often the best way to get updates, especially if the power is out.

I'll jump on that "I'm old" bandwagon. Who here know what WKRP in Cincinnati is?

Booger!!!!!!

 

[maynard]

I'll jump on that "I'm old" bandwagon. Who here know what WKRP in Cincinnati is?

Oh yes - with Les Nessman and his tape-on-the-floor office...

 

[cyure]

I'll jump on that "I'm old" bandwagon. Who here know what WKRP in Cincinnati is?

He didn't know turkeys couldn’t fly.

 

[cyure]

And kids if you haven’t seen the Thanksgiving episode of WKRP it stands alone. It’s hysterical.

 

[J Alynn]

I never would have considered that a standard FM radio might not be included in a car, but then apparently the R2 doesn't have one: https://community.scoutmotors.com/threads/r2-launch-watch.7553/post-84569

I still like listening to my local stations & really don't want to have to download/sign-up for an app to access them.

Funny the only time I listen is when Pandora doesn’t cooperate or I do t have a signal

 

[Mousehunter]

I live in the middle of nowhere - but we have "2" stations that are pretty good. They are 2, with 2 call signs and 2 broadcast towers - but they broadcast the exact same lineup as far as I know (unless perhaps, some very small things change locally - such as advertisements). It is possible that local advertisers may only be willing to pay for their stations ads - but honestly, they are close enough together I don't think it would be worth the stations effort to split the advertising. The only other possible differences are local game broadcasts - but I honestly don't think they have 2 separate game crews to broadcast 2 different games at the same time.

The real funny part - even though they are essentially micro stations with very local programming, they did syndicate one of their programs that is now played all over Texas. I do miss the fact that the owner sold his restaurant/bar though. They do a Texas music program - and were bringing in artists from all around for their syndicated radio show, but they also played a live show while in town. We got some great live shows that a tiny local venue could have never hoped to get on their own - but the carrot of being on a syndicated show across the State (and dozens of stations broadcasting it) brought them in.

 

[Albal]

I listen to FM every time I get in the car. There are a variety of good stations where I live.

 

[mrgold35]

I used to be a FM listener when in town until it now has too many ads and many switched to automatic repeating play lists. I really liked XM radio better with my first car with that option back in 2006. It was commercial free, same stations available in all 50 states, and worked in the middle of nowhere with little to no cell/FM coverage out west. Now, XM has way more ads and seems to be less common feature in newer vehicles (XM days are numbered because of improved 5G coverage). I'm still mostly a XM listener and the wifey has switched to internet radio through her iPhone and Bluetooth connection. I'm "assuming" the Scout will have Carplay.

I might have to check into a 5G cellular module or the Starlink option shown on the rear section of the roof rack on the Prototype Traveler for internet access for XM, video streaming, and internet radio streaming.