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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...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Volkswagen  OKs the Ford alliance. What vehicles will we see first?   Buick ups the game when it comes to its Envision crossover.   Cadillac is discounting a future collectible and we have deal details.   You can't ignore Physics: A new study says you are more at risk during a crash if you are driving a small vehicle.   Talking te...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Toyota reveals two brand new hybrid family haulers and one of them has a fridge!   Now everyone can buy a Mini for less than 20 thousand dollars, And the Jeepster returns.   Hertz is selling off its performance fleet.   Plus Volvo limits speed on all fo its vehicles.   And finally, we have the story of the stainless steel Ford and...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Cancelations continue in the automotive world including the New York Auto Show and the Woodward Dream Cruise   Nissan freshens its Kicks and Genesis Prices the G80 l below the Euro Competition.   When will Ford build is last sedan for the US Market?    And its never really been revealed but could the new Ford Bronco be in producti...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Welcome to as the Tesla Turns the mega edition... Including legal violations, potential arrests, disconnected steering wheels, a new million-mile battery, and transportation for astronauts.  Other than that it was a boring week for Elon Musk.   Audi and FCA are top of the tech when it comes to Infotainment. Jeep gets Desert rated....

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Delays for the next Generation F150 and Bronco. When will we see them in showrooms?   Volvo has a new flagship. Genesis adds a feature other luxury brands wish they had.     Say goodbye to the V12 BMW's. Lemans goes virtual.   And Dodge sells at least eight different versions of its Charger including the Hellcat widebody. Brand Ma...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Some manufacturers are ready to restart product while other are in a holding pattern. Does Ferrari have the plan for the new normal when it comes to plant operations? and the UAW says let wait.   Hyundai has too many cars, could be a good thing if your on the market for a new ride.   Mini has to change the name of its high style w...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   We'll start this hour with the state of oil. In fact there is so much crude in the world that  people are running out of places to store it.   Kia may lose its Sting and Lexus is saying good by to one of its models.   Ford has  revealed its 1400 horsepower Electric CobraJet Mustang for the track   Talking Tech: is a plastic bubble...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   Troubles ahead for Ford and Toyota. Plus we'll take a look at FCA's plan to get back in production.   Nissan's next Z has a name and Mazda has big plans for its 6 sedan   Vehicle accidents are at a 50 year low.. And insurance companies might be sending you a check because of it.   Many people are working from home but what if you...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Will the car buying process change forever with no touch transactions becoming the new normal?   A no cost diesel option? Yes its true when it comes to Cadillac. And speaking of GM's luxury brand could performance station wagons be headed back to dealerships?   The Corona Virus is cancelling or delaying the reveals of new models fro...

On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson   GM, FORD and some AUTOMOTIVE parts suppliers convert production to masks and ventilators to fight the Corona virus, but When will they restart building vehicles?     Staying at home has got a lot of people thinking about Jeeps.   Genesis has plans for a new luxury sedan the G80. We've got the reveal date   Talking Tech: Bugatti 3D...