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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...

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 owners   Will the new Mustang GT be packing 500 ponies?   And We'll have an At the-Wheel review of...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Supply chain Problems: Manufacturers delay new models and cut back on production because of parts shortages.   Ford shows the cost-effective off-roader Maverick Tremor.   Why are more and more rats chewing up your vehicle's wiring harness?   Toyota is buying back one of its newest models   Plus are cars from the 1990s becoming the h...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson What makes that new CUV so Appealing? We run down the results of JD Powers' The latest study, its all about Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout.   Chevy gets competitive with its all-new Colorado pickup. Sort of a mini Silverado, Ford Puts its Lighting to work and we uncover a great new F150 package that's a bargain.   Tun...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Both GM and Ford are taking new steps to fight huge dealer markups   Genesis goes Priority One when it comes to its new G90   When will the new Mustang be revealed? We know and if you stick around you will too.   Talking tech: It's just a piece of cardboard covered in fabric, Lotus has a plan to update one of the most basic features...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Sedan comeback? Toyota shows off its new high-riding hybrid four-door. Subaru refreshes the Outback and Legacy   Hyundai reveals its Ioniq 6 streamliner.   As the tesla turns: Autopilot boss says goodbye and why Tesla wants to buy customers' cars   'Talking tech: seats are now climate controlled and vibrate. We'll have an explanat...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson The world is not ready for electric vehicles... That's what one Scientist believes. We'll tell you why.   What's new for Jeep Wrangler and the 4XE for 2023?   Talking tech: Supercar brakes for less.. It's all thanks to NASA Go out big: The last BMW V12 has been built, plus is there a special goodbye Hellcat model in the works?   And...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Are electric vehicles pricing many out of the new car market? One executive says yes. VW reveals its Aero sedan,   Is one full-size pickup manufacturer getting out of the pickup truck business?   Jeep releases its Freedom Package. California makes gas more expensive right before the holiday weekend and Tesla makes supercharging fr...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson JD Power rolls out its Initial Quality Study and finds the last year has not been too kind to manufacturers, We have the results of the least and most problem-plagued new cars and trucks.   Hyundai switches up its lineup for 2022 and some vehicles won't be making the cut. Plus they go all-in on electric vehicles with the incredibly...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Dealers preventing you from selling your own car or truck and no more end-of-lease vehicle buyouts? Is the way we buy vehicles changing forever? The Good wood festival took place in West Sussex England. We'll look at what Aston Martin, McLaren, and Polestar were running up the hill. Subaru prices out the Impreza and VW is planning a...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Porsche is set to go public with the biggest Initial Public Offering in German History. Hard to believe but the Nissan Leaf has been around for a decade. We tell you about the updates for 2023. Dodge sets the date for revealing its future performance vehicles. How can a license plate cost 24 million dollars? Plus we will have At the...