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I've seen both used fairly often, but I've unsure if there's a difference in nuance/usage. Is 無線 more like an actual radio and ラジオ more like a car's radio?

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無線 means "wireless" (lit., "no wire/line"). ラジオ simply means "radio". So in regards to wireless/radio communication, there is no difference.

無線通信 = ラジオ通信

But when referencing "radio" as an actual device or media platform, you cannot replace ラジオ with 無線. For example:

  • I bought a new radio yesterday　→　○ ラジオ　× 無線
  • I enjoy listening to the radio　→　○ ラジオ　× 無線
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