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[–] 11 points 2 years ago (2 children)

The issue is the motors generate EM emissions that interfere with AM reception. To still have AM, they have to add shielding, which adds cost, as well as weight that will reduce range and efficiency.

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  • [–] 2 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    An AM radio receiver would easily fit in the palm of your hand. You could shield it with material that weighs no more than a pound.

    Taco Tuesday will have more impact on your EV range.

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  • [–] 0 points 2 years ago*

    OK, it might cost a bit to install shielding, but it is not like a heavy thing - for AM can be done with metal net with rather large cells, which weights nothing and requires zero additional power.

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