Tag: Share of Ear

Four Months After Netflix’s Podcast Launch, 62% Of The Weekly Podcast Audience Are Aware That Netflix Now Has Podcasts; The Smart TV Podcast Audience Grows 19% According To Cumulus Media And Signal Hill Insights’ Podcast Download – Spring 2026 Report

By Liz Mayer & Paul Riismandel
For the sixteenth edition of the Podcast Download series, Cumulus Media and Signal Hill Insights retained Quantilope to conduct an in-depth study of 600 weekly podcast consumers April 21st – 27th, 2026. Since 2017, two studies have been conducted annually. The Spring 2026 report highlights trends from prior studies and examines topics such as platform preference, the growing trend of video, content trends, advertiser usage of podcast advertising, and more.

Reach Future General Motors Buyers On AM/FM Radio, The Medium GM Drivers Listen To Most

By Pierre Bouvard
To build an auto brand and dealership, one must target current brand owners as well as those who drive the competition. According to customer satisfaction studies, the General Motors brand has significant customer loyalty. According to data from S&P Global Mobility, approximately 68% of current General Motors owners purchase or lease another new GM vehicle when they come in market. General Motors won S&P Global Mobility’s Overall Loyalty to Manufacturer award for the 11th consecutive year, while the redesigned Chevrolet Equinox captured the top model loyalty honor.

Reach Future Subaru Buyers On AM/FM Radio, The Medium Subaru Drivers Listen To Most

By Pierre Bouvard
To build an auto brand and dealership, one must target current brand owners as well as those who drive the competition. According to JD Power, the Subaru brand has extraordinary customer loyalty. Given these loyalty levels, it’s crucial for Subaru Tier 1 and Tier 2 and dealer media plans to reach current Subaru owners. Just released data from Edison’s “Share of Ear,” the gold standard audio time use study, reveals the most listened to audio platforms among Subaru drivers and competitive brands.

Reach Future Toyota Buyers On AM/FM Radio, The Medium Toyota Drivers Listen To Most

By Pierre Bouvard
To build an auto brand and dealership, one must target current brand owners as well as those who drive the competition. According to JD Power, the Toyota brand has significant customer loyalty. Given this loyalty level, it’s crucial for Toyota Tier 1 and Tier 2 and dealer media plans to reach current Toyota owners. Just released data from Edison’s “Share of Ear,” the gold standard audio time use study, reveals the most listened to audio platforms among Toyota drivers and competitive brands.

Reach Future Kia Buyers On AM/FM Radio, The Medium Kia Drivers Listen To Most

By Pierre Bouvard
To build an auto brand and dealership, one must target current brand owners as well as those who drive the competition. According to U.S. News, Kia's 54.1% loyalty rate made it one of the most highly retained brands in the industry, ranking just behind Subaru (55.4%) and Honda (54.6%). Kia’s brand loyalty rate of 54% means 5 of 10 Kia customers returning to the market purchase the Kia brand again. Given these loyalty levels, it’s crucial for Kia Tier 1 and Tier 2 and dealer media plans to reach current Kia owners. Just released data from Edison’s “Share of Ear,” the gold standard audio time use study, reveals the most listened to audio platforms among Kia drivers and competitive brands.

Reach Future Jeep Buyers On AM/FM Radio, The Medium Jeep Drivers Listen To Most

By Pierre Bouvard
To build an auto brand and dealership, one must target current brand owners as well as those who drive the competition. Jeep boasts a strong, cult-like following with a high "brand intimacy" score (often ranking #2 among automotive brands in emotional connection studies). Jeep’s brand loyalty rate of around 43%-51% means 4 to 5 of 10 Jeep customers returning to the market purchase the Jeep brand again. Given these loyalty levels, it’s crucial for Jeep Tier 1 and Tier 2 and dealer media plans to reach current Jeep owners. Just released data from Edison’s “Share of Ear,” the gold standard audio time use study, reveals the most listened to audio platforms among Jeep drivers and competitive brands.

Reach Future Hyundai Buyers On AM/FM Radio, The Medium Hyundai Drivers Listen To Most

By Pierre Bouvard
To build an auto brand and dealership, one must target current brand owners as well as those who drive the competition. According to S&P Global Mobility data, the U.S. auto industry has a 51% loyalty rate, meaning 5 in 10 customers returning to the market buy the same brand they own. This is based on an analysis of new vehicle registration data. Given these loyalty levels, it’s crucial for Hyundai Tier 1 and Tier 2 and dealer media plans to reach current Hyundai owners. Just released data from Edison’s “Share of Ear,” the gold standard audio time use study, reveals the most listened to audio platforms among Hyundai drivers and competitive brands.

Frustrated Outdoor Advertiser Solves Placement Issue With AM/FM Radio Listening Heatmap From Xperi’s DTS AutoStage

By Pierre Bouvard
A major outdoor advertiser was upset. All the billboard inventory they desired at key highway locations was sold out. AM/FM radio to the rescue. The advertiser moved their sizable outdoor budget to AM/FM radio including Quu AM/FM radio in-dash visual ad units.

Reach Future Ford Buyers On The Medium Ford Drivers Listen To Most: AM/FM Radio

By Pierre Bouvard
To build an auto brand and dealership, one must target current brand owners as well as those who drive the competition. According to S&P Global Mobility data, Ford has a 59% loyalty rate, meaning nearly 6 in 10 customers returning to the market bought another Ford. Ford's truck loyalty is even higher, with the 2025 J.D. Power U.S. Automotive Brand Loyalty Study ranking it highest for the fourth consecutive year at 67%.

Reach Future Chevrolet Buyers On The Medium Chevy Drivers Listen To Most: AM/FM Radio

By Pierre Bouvard
To build an auto brand and dealership, one must target current brand owners as well as those who drive the competition. Reynolds and Reynolds reports Chevrolet ranks 9th of 39 brands with a loyalty rate of 46%. A recent study by S&P Mobility reveals General Motors is number one for multi-brand loyalty with an outstanding 68%.  

Honda Drivers Listen Most To AM/FM Radio

By Pierre Bouvard
To build an auto dealer brand, one must target current brand owners and those who drive the competition. Among mass market auto brands, JD Power reports Honda has the second highest loyalty rate of 55%. Among mass market SUV brands, Honda ranks highest for the second consecutive year with a 62% loyalty rate, according to JD Power.

Political Inventory On YouTube And CTV Will Be Overwhelmed And CPMs Will Increase Massively; What’s A Campaign To Do? AM/FM Radio To The Rescue; AM/FM Radio? Yes AM/FM Radio!

By Pierre Bouvard
Because 2026 political spending is projected to reach a record $11.2 billion, mirroring the intensity of a presidential year, costs are already nearly double the standard platform averages in key battleground markets. CPMs will get pricey.

Why Is Your Audio Media Plan Incomplete Without AM/FM Radio? Massive Incremental Reach And Exclusive In-Car Listening

By Lauren Vetrano
Marketers and media agencies increasingly think a reasonable audio buy consists of only streaming music and podcasts. A study recently conducted by Advertiser Perceptions and an analysis of Edison’s “Share of Ear” reveal a media plan without AM/FM radio will miss most of America.

Edison’s Q4 2025 “Share Of Ear”: In-Car Listening Grows In Importance For AM/FM Radio As It Dominates The Path To Purchase

By Pierre Bouvard
Edison Research’s quarterly “Share of Ear” study is the authoritative examination of time spent with audio in America. The study, in its eleventh year, surveys 4,000 Americans annually to measure daily reach and time spent for all forms of audio.

Q3 2025 Edison “Share Of Ear”: AM/FM Radio Dominates Ad-Supported Audio While Podcast Audiences Age As Older Audiences Surge

By Pierre Bouvard
Edison Research’s quarterly “Share of Ear” study is the authoritative examination of time spent with audio in America. The study, in its eleventh year, surveys 4,000 Americans annually to measure daily reach and time spent for all forms of audio.