On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Stellantis says it needs to make its battery-electric vehicles profitable and shows off its first all-electric designed from the ground up Jeep. The Conquesters : Bronco scores against Wrangler and what are people selling to buy Ford Mavericks? As the Tesla turns: New models with mixed up tires, Information leaks, and Central Inflation. Mazda says it's targeting Lexus owners in an upscale move. Talking Tech Ferrari's auto-adjustin...
Apr 21, 2022•41 min•Ep. 135
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Ford reorganizes and splits the company into two teams E and Blue. BMW wants to put ani iX or an I4 in your driveway virtually Honda teams up with Sony to develop electric cars One state wants to ban over the air vehicle updates. Mini's got plug plans for the most powerful vehicle they ever made. All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern. Youtube www.youtube.c...
Apr 08, 2022•41 min•Ep. 134
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Dealers' markups are here to stay Is paying MSRP a thing of the past? One executive says its the new way of doing business and it's not going to change, but some manufacturers are fighting back, On the Range. VW's ID4 gets a boost Talking Tech: A hatch that slides 3G Cell service is going away what does that mean to your older vehicle? What to do when your limited edition last of the breed Lamborgini Aventador burns up at sea? Plu...
Apr 06, 2022•41 min•Ep. 133
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Ford's CEO says it's time to reimagine the company. Could it mean spinning off their electric vehicles? We have pricing information from Kia and Mazda. Alfa Romeo's head of North America Larry Dominique joins us to discuss the Alfa Tonale compact crossover and the future of the brand in the US. Tires without air? Michelin got a set for your next vehicle. All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch Cruise Control ...
Apr 05, 2022•41 min•Ep. 132
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Lincolns going for five by 2026 Five Electric crossovers to join their all-electric lineup Hyundai might use microwave parts to make up for the chip shortage. And will the marks ever stop? One Kia dealer doubles the price of an EV6 Subaru Prices out the new WRX Talking Tech: will an inflatable steering wheel lead to more safety? All that and an "At the Wheel" review of the 2022 Genesis GV70 when we get rolling on Cruise Control. W...
Mar 15, 2022•41 min•Ep. 131
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Mercedes plans on continuing the power and performance of AMG even if they're not burning fossil fuels. We have details on the 677 HP EQE Headlight tech gets approved... which could finally cut down on glare. Comeback Kids. Could a VW model and the Delorean be returning to the showrooms? Consumer Reports just released its 2022 Brands Report card and its Top vehicle picks. Mike Quincy joins us to go over the results. Watch Cruise C...
Mar 14, 2022•40 min•Ep. 130
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Ram is ready for a revolution and they want you to help. What brands are at the top of the JD Power Dependability study? As the Tesla turns: Frozen door handles, Removed steering parts, and a battery the size of a soda can. Alpha Romeo reveals its compact SUV All that and an "At the Wheel" review of the 2022 Lexus GX 460 Luxury when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern. Youtube...
Feb 23, 2022•41 min•Ep. 129
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson 5 thousand, 10 thousand, twenty thousand dollars over the MSRP of new vehicles. That's what some buyers have been paying. Is this the new normal? We'll tell you what one auto executive thinks about it. Kia shows off its plug-in hybrid Sportage we have the details. Cars are getting safer but roads are getting more dangerous. What's going on? Is Volvo planning a secret electric-powered? SUV for the US market All that plus an "At the...
Feb 21, 2022•41 min•Ep. 128
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Toyota remains the number one auto manufacturing breaking GM's 90-year record. Nissan prices out its Titan Pickup Safety Tech: Why do some automatic braking systems work better at night? We have the updated list for vehicles that cost more used than new. Talking Tech: A road that can charge your car's battery. All that and an "At the Wheel" review of the brand new Volkswagen Mark 8 GTI Autobahn edition .....when we get rolling on ...
Feb 17, 2022•41 min•Ep. 127
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Is GM planning to get rid of one of its electric vehicles? And what will they replace with? Meanwhile, demand for the Silverado EV and Hummer EV is skyrocketing. And Chevy is almost out of the car business. Thanks to losing its Spark.. Engine and Motor Tech: Including a 335 Horsepower Motor the size of a backpack. A two-stroke gas engine and an emission-free turbine. All that and Les has an "At the Wheel" review of the Mazda MX-5 ...
Feb 15, 2022•42 min•Ep. 126
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Jeep Prices on its plug-in hybrid 4XE Grand Cherokee Line Up Say goodbye to another sedan..VW walks down memory lane and remembers the Passat. As the Tesla Turns. Hoping for inexpensive Tesla for 25 Grand well....... And Musk gets tracked and a shakedown. It happened again. Another 2022 model can no longer be ordered from the factory... This is a strange trend. Hard to believe but Ford has built over 40 million F Series Trucks. Al...
Feb 11, 2022•41 min•Ep. 125
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Toyota reveals the all-new three-row Sequoia with some heritage and plenty of new capability. What s the average price of a used vehicle these days we have the results of a study from Kelley Blue Book. Mazda begins production of the CX50. The Plan is to double sales in the USA. Plus Ford's 400 Horsepower go anywhere Bronco Raptor the race-inspired off-roader is revealed and we have all the details from Bronco Marketing Manager Est...
Feb 03, 2022•41 min•Ep. 124
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Mercedes showed off its Vision EQXX with dozens of new innovations. Chrysler revives a name from its past. And also plans out is Electric Future. Nissan Kicks off its 2022 Kicks with affordability and fun. Chevy reveals the Silverado EV and the first edition sells out in 12 minutes. We learn about this 600 plus horsepower electric truck from Scot Hoskisson, Lead Program Manager, Battery Electric Trucks. All that and an "At the Whe...
Jan 19, 2022•41 min•Ep. 123
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson GM has a new way for customers to buy used cars and trucks. It's called Car Bravo. Honda teases the new HRV. The average transaction price for a new vehicle climbs even hirer and more people than ever are buying Rolls Royces. Hmm someone's got money. As the Tesla Turns: Cybertruck delayed again, 19-year-old hacks 25 of Elon's vehicles, and the aftermarket comes through with a design fix. Plus Consumer Reports Ten Least Satisfying ...
Jan 16, 2022•41 min•Ep. 145
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Change at the Top: Toyota is now America's best-selling automaker. GM had held that title since 1931 VW says the US still needs the Jetta and they also announce the reveal date for the Volkswagen Buzz van. Talking tech: It's true BMW has a car that can change color with a push of the button. Plus Consumer Reports Investigative Journalist Ryan Felton joins us with the results of his Car Loan Investigation. It's great information yo...
Jan 13, 2022•41 min•Ep. 122
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Genesis reveals its most luxurious model the G90 We'll have pricing for 2022 models from Acura and Mazda The average transaction price for new and used cars continues to climb. Talking Tech: Change the color of your vehicle with the push of a button? One manufacturer is going to show off its system at the CES show in a few weeks. VW is keeping diesel alive we have the details. All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Contro...
Jan 07, 2022•41 min•Ep. 121
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Toyota and Lexus might be a bit late to Electric Vehicles but this week they made up for it announcing 30 upcoming Battery Electrics. BMW plans on changing the exhaust of its vehicles with an over-the-air update. One city sues Kia and Hyundai over vehicles they say are too easy to steal. Plus we'll discuss a car theft trend that uses hidden technology. Talking tech: Honda is going to start monitoring lane markings. We'll tell you ...
Jan 05, 2022•41 min•Ep. 120
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Ford closes the order banks for the F 150 lightning electric pickup and GM says the wait will be long for the electric Hummer. How will manufacturers meet the demand? Mercedes get approval for its level 3 autonomous driving system. As the Tesla turns. A new way to prevent Icing at the charge station and playing computer games while driving. You can do it in a Tesla and now the government safety agency wants to know why. VW is brin...
Jan 03, 2022•41 min•Ep. 119
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson 300 is the new 200 Miles of Range that is for electric vehicles. Hyundai Ionic 5 EV Crossover gets the 300-mile range rating from the EPA meanwhile GM is talking about 400 or 500-mile ranges being the norm. Audi prepares a big send-off to one of its performance models. We'll tell you about a 2022 Crossover that costs less than the 21 model and now comes with All wheel drive standard. Talking Tech: Ford is building parts from plast...
Jan 01, 2022•41 min•Ep. 118
Stellantis has an Electric Vehicle day filled with new product information from Dodge, Ram and Jeep. The future looks pretty exciting. Chip woes continue at GM with Cadillac Eliminating one feature that you might not be aware of. Meanwhile, Ford has found a way to build its F150 with all the features. Musk says get ready for your mind to be blown. Plus talking tech.. Has GM come up with a way to make Lithium production for batteries at lot safer? And whats FRATZOG and why is it being revived? Al...
Jul 21, 2021•31 min•Ep. 117
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Ford is shutting down plants due to the chip shortage and that includes the F150 Camaro woes. Sales slide could this be the end of Chevy's sporty two-door? Is Ford building a C8 Corvette competitor? and a possible Mini Raptor? Mini has a vision of a Urbannaut Plus 16 cars that cost less to buy new than they do used. And why are folks in Oregon pumping their own gas? All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control...
Jul 19, 2021•42 min•Ep. 110
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Volvo shows off its Concept recharge. A built from ground up electric CUV and they shine a light on future technology we will be seeing in just a few years. Porsche details its super hot Cayenne Turbo GT packing over 600 horsepower! Kia scores when it comes to Stinger safety What vehicle brands are most likely to get a speeding ticket? The results of a new study may surprise you. Plus we'll have a dual review of the 2021 Mazda CX3...
Jul 15, 2021•41 min•Ep. 108
Hyundai teases its new pickup truck the Santa Cruz What Range Anxiety? ....Mercedes says its soon to be revealed EQS will have 478 miles of range and can fast charge over one hundred and eighty miles in just 15 minutes. Nissan's 370 Z sales are plummeting. VW's ID4 is outselling the Mustang Mach E Talking tech: School bus safety is about to get better thanks to CV2X Genesis reveals its X All that and Fred has an "At the Wheel" review of the Lexus 250 When we get rolling on Cruise Control...
Jun 06, 2021•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 113
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Volkswagen says it doesn't need to be number one anymore. The Acura MDX rates a safety plus. Chipmakers say they can catch up with demand by June but Ford cancels production of the Bronco due to the shortage. Criminals are stealing a strange car part. Talking Tech: Germany says it's going to mine the Rhine for an important battery chemical. All that and an At the Wheel Review of the Toyota TRD Camry...
May 08, 2021•40 min•Ep. 116
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Honda unwraps its 11th generation Civic with a more straightforward design inside and out. AMG GLC 63 S SUV comes alive with V8 Power. Talking Tech: Virtual Design. It's the key to Cadillac's future new models. Why are Canadian Car dealers annoyed with their US counterparts? All that and an At wheel review of the all-new 2022 Acura MDX Crossover When we get rolling on Cruise Control....
May 07, 2021•42 min•Ep. 107
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Plenty of vehicle reveals at the Shanghai Auto show. What will be coming to the U.S and Europe? Toyota is getting in the electric crossover game. And Honda says it's going all-electric by 2040. Genesis goes electro lux with its G80. VW prices out its Taos Crossover and shows off an SUV that is too big for Americans. Plus why is it a great time to sell a used car? And We're going to take a look at the documentary All You Need to Kn...
May 05, 2021•41 min•Ep. 106
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Honda unwraps its 11th generation Civic with a more straightforward design inside and out. AMG GLC 63 S SUV comes alive with V8 Power. Talking Tech: Virtual Design. It's the key to Cadillac's future new models. Why are Canadian Car dealers annoyed with their US counterparts? All that and an At wheel review of the all-new 2022 Acura MDX Crossover When we get rolling on Cruise Control...
May 03, 2021•41 min•Ep. 111
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Consumer Reports says it was able to drive a Tesla with no one in the driver's seat fooling the Autopilot system. Mini shows off its Oxford Edition line up that can have you behind the wheel for about 20K Subaru Prices out its new Outback but has to stop all US Production thanks to the chip shortage. And Chips might be the only parts in short supply. Cadillac Reveals the production version of its all-electric Lyric crossover. All ...
May 03, 2021•41 min•Ep. 105
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Audi adds to its E Tron line up with the Q4 and Q4 sport back If you wanted a Durango Hellcat well you just might be in luck. Are the days of the traditional brick-and-mortar dealers numbered thanks to new upstarts? Talking Tech: Ford goes hands-off with its level 2 over-the-air update called Blue Cruise. Michelin wants to be more than a tire manufacturer And what's a car thing? All that and more When we get rolling on Cruise Cont...
Apr 28, 2021•41 min•Ep. 104
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Mercedes reveals its Electric flagship the EQS Mazda takes the wraps off its first Battery Electric the MX30. Chip woes: the chip supply problem persist cutting into production at Honda GM and Nissan, Volkswagen brings back the RTX What!!! Mustang maintains its sporty car sales lead and celebrates its 57th birthday. The car could have looked completely different when it was originally designed we are going to dig into the Ford arc...
Apr 21, 2021•42 min•Ep. 103
