HFM puts new community-funded radio car on the road

HFM has unveiled its new radio car after listeners and local supporters raised the money needed to put the vehicle on the road.

The station’s appeal passed £10,000, with a further £7,500 grant from the Howard Watson Symington Memorial Charity enabling the project to go ahead.

The vehicle will be used across South Leicestershire and North Northamptonshire, including towing HFM’s mobile stage trailer to events. It replaces the station’s previous car, which had reached the end of its working life and could no longer support the broadcaster’s community activity.

Director Chris Jones said the response had been significant. He said the team were grateful to everyone who contributed and added that the charity’s grant ensured the project could be completed. Chris said the station relies on being present at events and able to reach audiences directly, making the new vehicle essential for future outreach.

HFM Director Barry Badger joined Chris for the unveiling of the car, which is already in use and will be seen at community gatherings throughout the year. The new vehicle strengthens the station’s ability to support local events, provide outside broadcasts and maintain a regular presence across the area.

HFM has broadcast from its Market Harborough studios since this year, serving listeners in South Leicestershire and North Northamptonshire with local programming, information and community links.