Why does AM reception vary so much from car to car?
 

I have an old Explorer and get better AM reception than in a new Lexus.
What can one do? Also, it seems electrical lines cause lots of
problems. I try and listen to a small station Radio Sandy Springs 1620
AM in Sandy Springs, GA and some place I get great reception in other
places lots of static. Again, what can a person do?

Why does AM reception vary so much from car to car?
 

"red raider" wrote in message
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I have an old Explorer and get better AM reception than in a new Lexus.
What can one do? Also, it seems electrical lines cause lots of
problems. I try and listen to a small station Radio Sandy Springs 1620
AM in Sandy Springs, GA and some place I get great reception in other
places lots of static. Again, what can a person do?

Hi Group!

I realize this is an old question, but I have not had access to the group
for a while.

The question is assumed the vehicles are operated in and arould the same
locale.

The short answer: the antenna. Change the antenna on the car and the
reception should improve.

The long answer: quality of the radio, antenna, and noise generated from
ignition system, other electronics inside the car,

Just because you payed for a better car does not mean that they cared about
AM reception any more than the less costly model.

Jeff in Sa-ra-so-ta

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Window antennae are the absolute worst.
Be sure to use a steel whip mounted as vertically as possible.