Across industry events the last months Radioplayer revealed smart hybrid radio with easy access to station apps, got U.S. support for a radio-first dashboard, and launched catch up functionality – so drivers can rewind or restart live radio while listening to DAB+ & FM.
Broadcasters and Industry Bodies Aligned - Radioplayer delivers
The "Radio Ready for Connected Cars" (backed by EBU, AER, major public & commercial groups) establishes a single guideline framework for connected cars. Radioplayer is a key Radio Ready partner and our broadcaster-owned metadata and technology already matches those guidelines, delivering official streams, logos and schedules from thousands of radio stations round the world. Compete on content, collaborate on tech is the mantra; aggregators are no longer required.
What Radioplayer delivers in Connected Cars
Keeping the reception. For drivers: Audio never drops. The player moves seamlessly between FM, DAB+ and IP as coverage changes. For automakers: A single integration that handles every reception scenario.
Direct App Links For drivers: Browse a station’s podcasts, catch-ups and bonus streams straight from the dashboard. For automakers: Deeper engagement without extra development—listeners stay inside the infotainment environment you already ship.
Catch-Up / Restart For drivers: Tap once to rewind or restart any live DAB+ / FM programme—no app-hopping required. For automakers: The first true “start-over” function for broadcast radio; a premium UX without additional fuzz or licences.
Certified Metadata Feed For drivers: Bold station logos, programme names and artwork always look sharp and up-to-date. For automakers: One rights cleared pipeline provides official metadata, reduces certification churn.
Why Radio Still Owns in-car audio
77 % of European drivers* and 73 % of U.S. drivers** listen to radio weekly in the car.
Average dwell time exceeds 55 minutes per day, dwarfing any single streaming app.
Radio is the most-trusted audio source for breaking news and traffic***.
A Value-Driven Partnership for Carmakers
Lower total cost – One broadcaster-owned feed replaces multiple aggregator licences and reduces API fragmentation.
Faster time-to-market – Open API and ready SDK for Android Automotive, Linux or QNX (soon).
