In-Car’s share Of AM/FM listening up in 2025

Edison Research’s “Share Of Ear” report for Q4 2025 brings good news for AM/FM radio, especially when it comes to in-car listening. The study shows that 53% of listening to over-the-air AM/FM radio took place in vehicles in 2025, up from 42% 10 years ago. Meanwhile, AM/FM radio continues to dominate ad-supported audio time spent in cars among persons 18+, with a whopping 83% share.