CRUISE CONTROL MOTORING

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 ready to bring back the Celica but they have some big changes planned. Volkswagen prices the 2025 GTI and t...

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 heavier vehicles don't always mean you drive will be safer. Talking Tech : Renault builds a mobile efficie...

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 Wilderness Model at the Chicago auto show Chevy shuts down a best seller. What are the biggest range losing el...

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 anniversary. Toyota says it will build performance cars but it can't do it alone.. A new study says insurance cl...

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 Roadeo opens up a new location to let owner grow their off-road skills. What countries have the least exp...

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 many charging stations? And we have an At the Wheel review of the 2025 Toyota Crown Signia All Hybrid...

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 big truck or SUV might not be as safe as you think. A New study say alot less people are considering E...

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 affordable electric vehicles? And JEEP Says its going to get alot less confusing. All that and more when...

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 narrow lanes safer? We have the results of a new study Dodge's CEO comes to the aid of a Military member...

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 sedan.. Talking Tech: The science Mazda is using to make its already stunning soul-red crystal even better...

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 you why   Are Chinese built cheap EV's ready to dominate the US Car market?   VW says something is mi...

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 overlanding Trailhunter edition.   What's slowing down production of Alphas Tonale crossover? It has something...

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 see a Pet in a hot car? It may depend on the state you are in. Talking Tech: GM says it's got a way f...

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 in customized looks for your new ride? Why is the Nürburgring banning slow cars All that and an At the W...

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 will let you rent one of these popular mini pickups   Kia prices out the super hot 2023 Telluride   T...

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 cause   Plus an At-the-Wheel review of the Genesis GV60  When we get rolling on Cruise Control.  ...

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 got em.   Talking Tech: A steering wheel just for you.   Plus an At-the-Wheel review of the Ford...

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 road. As the Tesla Turns: Owner Lock Out and Pinchy windows Plus are you ready for the Megazilla? it co...

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 the range of its electric vehicles?   Plus its codename is S650 but we know it as the 7th generat...

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 and the so-called "Full Self Driving" option gets a price increase.   How a new Nissan Z got destro...

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 setting records. What are most people paying each month? We have the details   All that and more when w...

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 reveal of the Hornet CUV lineup, the Return of the Durango Hellcat The last-call editions of the...

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 is only beginning   Why does Porsche have so many unfinished vehicles on its hands?   What does it tak...

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 manufacturer says it will be ready to go   What vehicles are the most stolen and how can you pro...

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 says don't worry you'll get used to paying a monthly fee to access certain vehicle features,   What a...