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CRUISE CONTROL MOTORING
by Fred Staab and Les Jackson
Cruise Control Radio - America’s truly unique automotive talk show. What makes Cruise Control different from every car-related show is its wide-ranging coverage of everything automotive. It includes new car product information, automotive industry news, reviews of vehicles driven by the show’s on-air team, motorsports updates and collector car information. To find out more go to www.cruisecontrolradio.com
Episodes
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The 2027 GMC Sierra Is Here! New Engines, 900+ Mile Range & More
The next-generation GMC Sierra is here with TWO new V8 engines, a stronger Duramax turbo-diesel and more than 900 miles of projected diesel highway range! Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down the new Sierra, plus the biggest automotive news of the week on Cruise Control Motoring. We dig into the...
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2027 FORD F-150 FIGHTS RAM HEMI & NEW SILVERADO | MORE V8s, CHEAPER RAPTOR
#FordF150 #Ram1500 #ChevroletSilverado The 2027 Ford F-150 is fighting to protect its pickup-truck sales crown as the Ram HEMI returns and an all-new Chevrolet Silverado approaches. Ford’s answer includes a larger standard engine, wider V8 availability, a less expensive F-150 Raptor, BlueCruise...
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2027 Honda Passport Targets Jeep Wrangler + Cars Most Likely to Last 250K Miles
#HondaPassport #JeepWrangler #AutomotiveNews The 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport is taking direct aim at the Jeep Wrangler with nearly 9.7 inches of ground clearance, major suspension upgrades and serious factory-engineered off-road capability. Is Honda finally ready to challenge Jeep? Fred Staab...
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Genesis GV90 Goes BIG! 657 HP, Coach Doors + Hyundai’s EV Battery Breakthrough
#GenesisGV90 #Hyundai #AutomotiveNews Genesis is going BIG with its new 657-horsepower GV90 flagship electric SUV, complete with coach doors, a massive 123.5-kWh battery, ultra-luxury seating and some fascinating new safety technology. But that's just the beginning. Hyundai says new battery...
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Ford’s BIG Plans: 4-Door Mustang + Bronco Pickup! | Corvette Grand Sport X & More
#FordMustang #FordBronco #automotivenews Ford may be preparing two HUGE additions to its lineup: a four-door Mustang and a Ford Bronco pickup aimed directly at the Jeep Gladiator. We break down what Ford dealers are reportedly being shown and what these new models could mean for Mustang, Bronco…
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Ford’s $30K EV Pickup Revealed? Fathom Targets Affordable Electric Trucks
#FordFathom #ElectricTruck #ford Ford has revealed the name and starting price for the first vehicle based on its new Universal EV Platform. Fathom is expected to be a small electric pickup roughly the size of a Ford Maverick, with a starting price of $28,350. Ford sees its new affordable EV...
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MERCEDES BANNED IN THE U.S.? | Biggest Audi Ever | Super Bee Returns
#Mercedes #Audi #carnews Could Mercedes actually be banned from selling vehicles in the United States? This week on Cruise Control Motoring, Fred Staab and Les Jackson explain the legal challenge facing Mercedes-Benz and what it could mean for one of the world's biggest luxury automakers. We also...
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Cadillac's Surprise Move! Range Rover GT, 2027 Toyota Tundra Trailhunter & More
#Cadillac #RangeRover #Toyota Cadillac is making a surprising shift by bringing gasoline-powered models back into its long-term plans, while Range Rover is preparing an all-new GT that could redefine luxury electric performance. Toyota also previews the 2027 Tundra Trailhunter, Nissan expands the…
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Ford Tariff Refund Lawsuit | Subaru Trailseeker Pricing, Toyota Tacoma Moves to Texas & Hyundai Ionic 5
#Ford #AutoNews #subaru Ford is facing a proposed lawsuit over tariff-related vehicle pricing, and we break down what it could mean for buyers. Plus, Subaru has announced pricing for the all-new Trailseeker EV, Toyota is shifting Tacoma production to Texas, Hyundai cuts the price of the Ioniq 5…
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Most American Cars Revealed! Corvette Destroys Pikes Peak & RAM TRX Returns!
#Corvette #RamTRX #AutomotiveNews The automotive world is making headlines this week! Chevrolet's Corvette ZR1X smashes the Pikes Peak Hill Climb record by more than 23 seconds, RAM brings back the supercharged 777-horsepower TRX, and the latest Cars.com American-Made Index reveals the most...
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Chevy Strikes Back! 2027 Silverado Revealed | BMW M3 Gas & EV | Porsche Taycan Gets Fake Gears
#Silverado #Chevrolet #pickuptrucks Chevrolet has officially revealed the all-new 2027 Silverado and it's making a statement. With new V8 engines, advanced technology, updated styling and major capability upgrades, Chevy says this is the most powerful and advanced Silverado ever built. On this...
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F-150 Shortage Crisis, Truck War Heats Up & BMW’s Wild New Tech | Automotive News
#AutomotiveNews #TruckNews #CarIndustry Ford dealers are running out of F-150 trucks just as the next truck war is about to heat up—and it could have a major impact on pricing, availability, and the entire auto industry. On this episode of Cruise Control Motoring, Fred Staab and Les Jackson break...
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Ford Sounds Alarm, Nissan Fights Back, VW Shifts Strategy | Auto Industry Shakeup
#CarNews #AutomotiveNews #BreakingNews This week on Cruise Control Motoring, the auto industry is facing major shifts as global competition heats up, automakers rethink strategy, and new products reshape the market. Ford CEO Jim Farley issues a stark warning about Chinese automakers and what it...
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Hybrid SUVs Surge While EV Plans Change | Auto Industry News
#CarNews #EVNews #AutoIndustry The auto industry is shifting fast and this week on Cruise Control Motoring we break down the biggest automotive news stories shaping the future of cars. Fred Staab and Les Jackson analyze the latest electric vehicle trends, hybrid SUVs, new car pricing, and…
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EVs Are in Trouble? Toyota Highlander, Jeep Recon, Honda Profit Crash
#CarNews #EVNews #AutoIndustry The car industry is changing fast — and this week it gets wild. Welcome to Cruise Control Motoring, your weekly live automotive news show covering breaking car news, EV news, electric vehicles, hybrid SUVs, new car reveals, auto industry analysis, pricing news, and...
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Nissan Xterra Returns? BMW Subscriptions Backlash + Minivan Sales Surge
#AutomotiveNews #CarNews #AutoIndustry Is Nissan finally bringing back the Xterra and returning to body-on-frame SUVs and trucks? Are minivans making a major comeback as SUV prices climb? And why is BMW doubling down on subscription features even after massive backlash from drivers? In this…
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Chevy Bolt on the Chopping Block, Tesla Cuts Back & BMW’s Surprise Hit
#AutomotiveNews #CarIndustry #CruiseControlMotoring Big changes are shaking up the auto industry — from electric vehicles to performance cars and luxury brands. In this episode of Cruise Control Motoring, Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down the biggest automotive news stories of the week. GM…
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Jeep vs Bronco , Corvette ZR1X 8-Second Shock, Mazda & Kia Prices
Jeep cuts Wrangler prices as the Ford Bronco heats up the off-road SUV battle. In this episode of Cruise Control Motoring, Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down the latest automotive news, industry trends, and new-vehicle pricing you need to know right now. We cover Jeep Wrangler price cuts, the...
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Ram’s 10-Year Warranty, $50K Civic & EV Reality Check | CES 2026
The automotive industry is changing fast — and we break it all down on this edition of Cruise Control Motoring. Fred Staab and Les Jackson dive into the biggest automotive news, new car pricing debates, and CES 2026 technology stories, including a major warranty move by Ram, the shocking reality…
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EV Reality Check: Ford Pulls Back, Hyundai Eyes Trucks, $30K Cars Vanish
Ford hits the brakes on electric vehicles after losing more than $19 billion, Hyundai says it plans to dominate U.S. auto sales by 2030, and Mercedes confirms hybrids are the future with the new CLA Hybrid. On this episode of Cruise Control Motoring, Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down the...
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Stellantis’ New Hurricane Turbo! 2026 Grand Cherokee Revealed, EV Market Collapse?
Fred Staab & Les Jackson are back on Cruise Control Motoring with a packed podcast covering some of the biggest automotive stories of the week. Stellantis shocks the world with its all-new Hurricane 4 Turbo — twin-spark, port + direct injection, and up to 35 pounds of boost delivering 324...
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2026 Toyota RAV4 Revealed! Ford’s RTR Mustang and Toyota’s FJ Comeback
Fred Staab and Les Jackson** take you on another fast-paced ride on Cruise Control Motoring! This week: Toyota reveals the 2026 all-hybrid RAV4 — more horsepower, more range, and a GR Sport version that adds some Gazoo Racing flair. Ford shows off its RTR Mustang, a driftable, affordable EcoBoost...
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Mini Oxford Edition, F150 Sales , EV Fires, VW Atlas review
On Episode of the Cruise Control Podcast with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Mini reveals an affordable Oxford edition and gets set to dump front wheel drive. Ford current edition F150 will stick around a while longer. Talking Tech :Renault has a way to snuff out EV fires and its giving away the tech...
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BMW V8's Stay, MUSTANG GTD, DODGE SUB 30K PERFORMANCE, ZR1 VETTE RECORDS
On this Episode of the Cruise Control Podcast with Fred Staab and Les Jackson BMW says its V8's are here to stay! at least in the USA. If you plan on Buying a Mustang GTD you better be prepared to keep it for while. Dodge's CEO says it might be the right time for a sub 30 thousand dollar...
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Nissan Honda Deal Off, Return of the Celica, 2025 VW GTI and Golf R, Acura ADX
On this Episode of the Cruise Control Motoring Podcast with Fred Staab and Les Jackson The Honda Nissan merger is cancelled... Honda admits it wanted to take over Nissan. Now Nissan is going to cut its workforce and is looking for new non automotive partners. It Seems like Toyotas is getting…
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Nissan Merger Trouble, Jeep Wagoneer S Deals, Ford Extended Range, Porsche manual record
On this Episode of the Cruise Control Podcast with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Nissan might tell Honda no thanks when it comes to the merger and team up with big tech. Jeep shows off its more affordable Wagoneer S Limited.. Ford wants to dive in extended range electric vehicles. Why bigger and...
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F150 Dethroned, Hemi Made in USA, Subaru Hybrid Revealed
On this episode of the Cruise Control Motoring Podcast with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Which Toyota model outsold Ford's F 150 to become the best selling vehicle in the US? Could Hemi V8 engine production be headed back to a plant in the USA? Subaru Reveals its Forester Hybrid and its new...
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AMERICAN MADE INDEX, BMW X5, HONDA TRAIL SPORT PASSPORT
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson What more American than a F150? We have the latest results from Cars.Com's American Made Index. Should American car manufacturers pull out of the Chinese market? One analyst says do it now! BMW's X5 celebrates its silver…
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JEEP WRANGLER 392 NOT SO LAST STAND, BMW NEW X3, CHEAP GAS
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson It was supposed to be the last call for the 392 V8 Jeep Wrangler... Plans changed. BMW Shows off its all new x3 Fisker went Bankrupt but some of his cars are still selling. Would you buy one? A place of their own :The Bronco Off...
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BMW M2, GOODBYE GTR , FAST CHARGE EV, TOYOTA CROWN SIGNIA REVIEW
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson BMW specs out its 2025 M2 model. One manufacturer says hmm we might start building sedans again Nissan says so long to the GT-R Talking Tech: The world's fastest charging electric car... And what's the disturbing trend happening at...
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TOYOTA & MAZDA ICED, CADILLAC HYPERCAR, EV"S NOT CONSIDERED, TOYOTA CROWN SIGNIA
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Toyota and Mazda team up on new internal combustion engines. Nissan says no more to gas engines and Volkswagen cuts its EV budget to build no electric cars and trucks. Cadillac and Honda want to go into the HyperCar business. Why a...
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UNLOCKING HONDA"S HYDROGEN FUTURE, NEW MPG RULES, JEEP NEW MODELS
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson One manufacturer says sedans are not dead. Honda goes Hydrogen right here in the USA. New fuel mileage ratings were just released, what does this mean for new models? Talking Tech: Could a new type of electric motor be the key to...
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GM EV DISCOUNTS, 2024 LEXUS RZ, SUBARU WRX and TOYOTA PRIUS PRIME REVIEW
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson GM says it will discount its electric vehicles by 7500 dollars in place of the Federal tax benefit. The 2024 Lexus RZ has plenty of news to share. Why are some Mercedes getting turquoise lights? Subaru prices its 24 WRX.. Are…
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FORD ROLLS, GENESIS G70,MAZDA PAINT SCIENCE, BUICK ENCORE GX
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Ford Tops sales for the Sports car, truck, and commercial segments but will rollaway F150's put a damper on its success? Kia has another plan for stopping the theft of some of its models. Genesis Prices out its 2024 G70 Sporty...
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AIRFLOW RETHINK, EV SILVERADO RANGE, OLD CARS, LEXUS RZ REVIEW
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Chrysler's Airflow concept is getting a new name and a big redesign.. What's in store for the brand? Chevy's EV Silverado work truck gets a 450 mile range but its gonna cost you. The average age of vehicles is climbing. We'll tell...
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TOYOTA TACOMA, AM RADIO, ALPHA TONALE, HYUNDAI PALISADE
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson The midsize pickup truck segment continues to get even hotter... Last week Ford revealed its new Ranger and this week it was Toyota's Turn with its all new Tacoma including its available hybrid drivetrain and Factory build...
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MILLIONS RECALLED, HOT PETS, BIG PRICE INCREASE, TOYOTA TRD OFFROAD REVIEW
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson A new airbag recall means 67 Million vehicles are headed back to the dealers What are the most dependable cars and trucks money can buy? Ford shuts down the Mustang line to get it right. Plus Summer is here.. What do you do if you...
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RANGER RAPTOR, ACCORD, BANNING SLOW CARS, MERC EQE 500 REVIEW
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Ford Reveals the new Ranger midsize pickup and its not just the XLT and Lariat no, there's also a Ranger Raptor Honda's Brand new Accord sedans aces the tough safety tests. Talking Tech: Could an Etched Metal finish be the latest…
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TOYOTA POWER OPTIONS, FORD MAVERICK , CYBER TRUCK BOAT , MINI SE DRIVEN
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson The Head of Toyota repeats his view that the future is not all electric and there is room for a range of power for future vehicles How much will a fully loaded Ford Maverick set you back if you can find one? We found a place that...
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NEW MODEL PRICING, TESLA ROBOTS, GENESIS GV60 REVIEW
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson The latest pricing from Nissan, Mitsubishi, and Kia As the Tesla turns: Cybertruck is now a boost as well.. Plus Robots for sale for less than cars. Talking Tech: Car interiors that destroy viruses Bond stunt cars sell for a good...
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HEAVY DUTY PICKUPS , HYDROGEN FUTURE, NEW MODEL REVEALS , FORD LIGHTNING REVIEW
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Heavy Duty Reveals: Ford shows off its Super Duty, Chevy updates its HD, and RAM beefs up its Rebel. Which manufacturer has more EVs in its lineup than any other? Who is betting on a Hydrogen future? New Models and New Pricing We…
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OVER MSRP?, DODGE LAST CALL , MEGAZILLA V8
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson What vehicles are selling for over MSRP? Hertz and GM team up for fleet electrification Dodge reveals two more of its Last Call Collectible models Talking Tech: Cars that know how you feel and have your back when it comes to the...
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VW ALEXA TEST DRIVE , HYBRID SORENTO , BMW RANGE LIMIT , 2024 MUSTANG
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Could Alexa sell you your next car or truck? Volkswagen is updating the test drive. Kia reveals its Sorento Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid and we have the pricing Talking tech: Toyota is developing hitchless towing. Why is BMW limiting...
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HONDA CUTS , TESLA YOKES , NISSAN Z DESTRUCTION, KIA EV6 REVIEW
Under pressure: What put an end to a car dealer's almost 100 percent markup on new Z06 Corvettes? On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Honda cuts its output by 40 percent As the Tesla Turns: Elon says rip off those mirrors, plus Yoke steering wheels are falling apart...
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KIA EV9 , MACH E ORDERS , AVERAGE CAR COST , HEMI HERITAGE
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Kia is hoping for another Telluride with its under-development EV9 all-electric SUV. Dodge released the first of its last call Hemi powered Challengers Ford opens the Mach E order banks for 2023 The average cost of a car loan is...
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FASTEST PRODUCTION CAR, BMW HYDROGEN POWER, DODGE LAST CALL
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Who builds the fastest production car? The answer might surprise you. Pricing for the Kia Sportage EV plug In and Hyundai's Santa Cruz BMW gets set for some Hydrogen Horsepower. And its been a huge week for Mopar fans including the...
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KIA EV GT, PORSCHE UNFINISHED , LINCOLN DESIGN CHIEF
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Two of the most radically different automotive events are held in the same week. The Woodward Dream Cruise and Monterey Car Week Over at Pebble beach Kia will be showing off its 576 horsepower EV6 GT. The electric horsepower race…
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GMC CANYON AT4X , HYDROGEN POWER , LAND ROVER DEFENDER REVIEW
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson GMC adds a tough off-roader to its line up The Canyon AT4X. Subaru updates the largest model in its line the Ascent. What's in a new government bill when it comes to Electic Car tax credits? Talking tech Hydrogen power by 2025? One...
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BRONCO HERITAGE EDITIONS, NISSAN TITAN , EXPENSIVE VEHICLES TO INSURE
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Ford Rolls back the calendar to 1966 and pays tribute to some of the original Broncos with Chrome name plates and factory-painted wheels. We discuss the Bronco and Bronco Sport Heritage Editions. Nissan Prices out the Titan. BMW…
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MAXIMA END OF ROAD, GENESIS G90, TOYOTA COROLLA CROSS REVIEW
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson The Nissan Maxima comes to the end of the road. But a new sedan could get the green light and its got a very popular name associated with two-door performance.. Genesis prices out its super lux G90 GM wants to pay off some Bolt EV...
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Cruise Control Radio - America’s truly unique automotive talk show. What makes Cruise Control different from every car-related show is its wide-ranging coverage of everything automotive. It includes new car product information, automotive industry news, reviews of vehicles driven by the show’s on-air team, motorsports updates and collector car information. To find out more go to www.cruisecontrolradio.com
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