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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   We the numbers when it comes to the F 150 hybrid fuel economy. Ram celebrates 75 years of the Power Wagon.   Chrysler starts building a high-end Minivan.   Why is Volvo dropping cars from a 100-foot tall crane?   In our deals of the week segment: This time luxury brands are on sale.   Plus Hyundai has a fix for smelly seats... All...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson When Stellaris takes over Chrysler and Peugeot which models and brands won't make the cut? Who says you have to spend 35 thousand dollars on a new car? We have details on inexpensive wheels. Talking Tech: Illuminated seat belts? Want to build your own Demon: The answer might be a HellCrate Crate Engine. All that and an " At the Whee...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Mercedes says it's out of the autonomous driving business.   Is Ethanol a transitional fuel for the next several decades?   Bill Ford loved a prototype vehicle so much that he wanted to keep it.   Lexus builds a car inspired by birds   And we get the latest info on the just-released Volkswagen Golf R. The most powerful Gold ever-b...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson RAM says their electric pickup is on the way.   Is Ford putting a big cube engine back in its Mustang?   Why are the Feds watching Tesla and why do some Tesla owners have to pay to get their radios back?     Jaguar freshens up its E Pace   GM Performance has a new E Crate power train for your classic vehicle All that and an " At the...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   The new boss of Ford wants less expensive vehicles and he is getting started by cutting the price on the new Mach E Mustang.   Buying a Jeep Wagoneer will be a high-end experience. We'll tell you why. Kia has plans for a new Sportage We'll tell you what's in store for this compact SUV.   Talking Tech Jaguar's new interiors will co...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Volkswagen takes the wraps off its fully electric ID4 crossover. We have plenty of details to share.   California wants no new internal combustion cars by 2035   For the first time in 24 years, a Ford Bronco is on the assembly line. Job One has begun.   GM's got a contamination problem and it could lead to a recall.   Talking Tech...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Ford tees up its factory plans for the All-electric F150. Plus we have some design details for the EV version of America's best selling vehicle   One of Volkswagen's models gets a great safety score and is the brand getting ready to sell off some of its high-end marks?   A double-Talking Tech from BMW including the future of rear-...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   There has been no shortage of new model reveals lately and this week did not disappoint with the wraps coming off Nissan's Z Proto that features a bit of styling form  Z cars of the past.   Plus Hyundai reveals it's brand new Tucson cross over.   We'll have this year Made in America index that tells you which vehicles have the mos...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Ram Sell Out its. 702 Horsepower 1500 TRX. It's the quickest and fastest \pickup truck sold in the US. How does Ford Respond? With even more horsepower.     Could one of Lincoln's newer SUV's end up canceled? Buick aggressively prices its new Envision.   Talking Tech: Ford  Sync 4 infotainment system gets an update.   Speaking of...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Change at the top: Ford's CEO says it's time to retire.   And is General Motors really thinking of doing away with its name?   The Pandemic has people keeping their vehicles longer.   Bronco builders get petitioned.    Two more down A pair of auto shows get canceled for 2020   More sedans disappear.   As the Tesla Turns: A Model 3...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Leaks, Leaks, and More Leaks!  Plenty of car industry news leaking out this week including Subaru's future line up and complete pricing for the new F150,     Ford targets Tesla with its Mach E.. And did I say, Tesla?   As the Tesla Turns: This week Employees are the first Cybertruck buyers and Tesla Rival Rivian says the lawsuit i...

Is Volkswagen ready to team up with an emerging EV manufacturer?   Honda cancels a popular model, drops manual transmission options, and eliminates a coupe.   Daimler ends US production of sedans   What vehicle models will be future collectibles?   The Ford Bronco  and Ford Bronco Sport are here Les got an up-close look at the new Bronco this week he'll give us a report and later Ford's Mark Grueb...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Stellantis: its the new FCA and Peugeot.  What's in a name.   Chevrolet says its got an electric pickup and its got a 400-mile range.   As the Tesla Turns: Tax breaks for a move to Texas and Germany bans some autopilot language,   Nissan plans production cuts.   All that and an "At the Wheel" review of the  Hyundai Sonata Limited ...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Ford burns some rubber in a 1400 horsepower Mach E     We'll look over the results of Consumer Reports Top Ten Picks study that's packed with purchasing info.   Is Honda taking on Jeep and Is Jeep ready to reveal its Hemi powered Wrangler.   As The Tesla Turns: Its a week of lawsuits, new model announcements, and a big payday for...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   BMW reveals its new 4 Series and its got a face they hope BMW buyers will love.   Ford Bronco Reveal Yup we have an actual date for that.   Tesla has a peeling paint problem.   What vehicle is hit with the Millenial generation?   It's 20 Thousand in 2020 for the C8 Corvette.   And  Price of Safety: are some automakers packaging pr...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Will low prices at the pump cause big problems for Electric Vehicle sales? One manufacturer says they're not worried.   VW solves its software problem and teases yet another new model.   Chrysler opens up the order books for the Pacifica All Wheel Drive.   Bentley builds the last of a breed.   Talking tech: Will your next vehicle...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson The Ford Bronco reveal is finally happening. Could these capable off roaders be the start of a new brand? And Jeep prepares to do battle.   Murdered goes mainstream: Monochromatic themes are back at Kia and Lincoln.   Mercedes reveals its tech-laden S Class sedan.   Tesla may have a lawsuit on its hands.   All that and an "At the Wh...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson The Bronco reveal is set and already one tuner says he is ready to up the horsepower of this retro offroader.   Turns out Convertibles are just as safe as hardtops, That's according to a new study.   Hyundai's Santa Fe is ready for 2021 with Hybrid power.   Talking Tech BMW has plans for over the air upgrades and new features. Plus...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson We'll dive into the results of JD Power's annual  Initial Quality Study. Great information if your shopping for a new vehicle.   Not so big in Japan: Honda stops the sale of one of its models at home.   Talking Tech: Apple Car Play has some new tricks up it sleeve.   VW revives a Vintage name and also release an updated slick sedan....

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Ford reveals the new F150 pickup with Six engine choices, 11 different grill designs, sleeper seats, Hybrid power, and enough electric power to run a construction site. Plenty of news to get to and we are glad to have Brian Bell, Ford F-150 & Ranger Marketing Manager. as our guest later in the show. Turns out Convertibles are just...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   A big week coming up for Ford with the reveal of the F150 Pickup. Waiting in the wings is the much delayed Bronco but the reveal date for that capable offroader became controversial. We'll tell you why.   Talking Tech: Michelin's connected tires.   Honda says its trucks are tough but not too many people know that.. We have some ne...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   GET READY: New Vehicles launches are going to explode for the 2022 model year..  And we will get you up to date.   Talking Tech: Mercedes perfects the electric turbo and drivers are gonna love the lack of lag...   Nissan reveals the new Rogue and we have Intel on the new Rogue Sport   Change of Plans: Cadillac tears up the design...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Electric vehicles made Tesla the most valuable car company in America this past week, But over at GM, EV's could cut into their market share. What's going on?   Two new reveals from Lexus and Nissan are happening this week and we have the details.   Subaru Powers up the popular Crosstrek.   Honda get cyberattacked   The Dodge Dura...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Jeep Wrangler... The Ford Bronco is coming for you. Its Jeep versus Ford when it comes to four-wheeling.   The Chevy Malibu may be bowing out of production. How many midsize sedans will be left? Kia hasn't given up on sedans, in fact, they have a new one about to be introed and Hyundai has plans for Three new EV's   Safety changes...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   The Mach 1 Mustang is returning for a limited time only.   And sticking with Ford we have some details in the soon to be revealed F 150 and the date is set.   Talking Tech: Is the smartphone the key to pedestrian safety? It sounds counterintuitive but one company says it's true.   Aston Martin will build you a car fit for James Bo...