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 of a vehicle Plus Mazda prices out its CX-5 for 20223 Which cars and trucks fly off the showroom floor? w...
Aug 21, 2022•41 min•Ep. 167
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 explanation Plus we will have At the wheel review of the BMW Sports activity vehicle All that and more when we get r...
Aug 18, 2022•42 min•Ep. 166
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 we will have At the wheel review of the BMW Competition model All that and more when we get rolling on Cr...
Aug 16, 2022•41 min•Ep. 165
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 free for the next five days. Plus we will have At the wheel review of the 2022 Nissan Sentra All that and mo...
Aug 14, 2022•41 min•Ep. 164
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 aerodynamic Ionic 6. Talking tech: The government would like more after crash black box data. Plus we ...
Aug 12, 2022•41 min•Ep. 163
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 an all-electric sedan Plus we will have At the wheel review of the Mercedes GLS 450 4 Matic All that ...
Jul 25, 2022•41 min•Ep. 162
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 wheel review of the Ford Escape Hybrid All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watc...
Jul 23, 2022•41 min•Ep. 161
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Prices are on the rise everywhere and GM is no exception one model got its tag raised over 5 thousand dollars! Could Toyota have a hydrogen-powered crossover in its lineup? Subaru refreshes its three-row Ascent SUV Plus Ford is making more than 5,000 curated photographs and product brochures from the first century of the company’s history available to the public online for the first time. Ted Ryan, Archives and Heritage Brand Mana...
Jul 21, 2022•41 min•Ep. 160
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Cadillac reveals more about its upcoming Celestiq. Hyundai prices out its new 2023 Palisade including the XRT model and Kia tells us how much it will cost to buy its all-wheel drive Seltos CUV What states are the most expensive and least expensive to own and drive a car? Talking tech: Are Pop Up Headlights making a return? Well, sort of... Plus we will have At the wheel review of Subaru BRZ Limited All that and more when we get ro...
Jul 19, 2022•42 min•Ep. 159
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Buick revives the Wildcat name and puts in on a swoopy new concept. Subaru's 2023 Crosstrek was supposed to be all-new but it looks very familiar. Honda says its new HRV has more power. Hertz and Polestar team up to put cars in the dream fleet.. Talking tech: Toyota has passenger safety on its radar Plus we will have At the wheel review of the Kia K5 GT-Line All wheel Drive All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control W...
Jul 15, 2022•41 min•Ep. 158
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson New vehicle reveals New Technology we have it all. Toyota takes the wraps off the super-sized Sequoia, and for something a little smaller they reveal the hybrid edition of the Corolla Cross. What are the best car colors to buy to avoid depreciation? We have the results of a new study Nissan Altima breaks cover and we have the details. Talking tech: How a riding lawn mower might be giving us a look into the future of charging elect...
Jul 13, 2022•41 min•Ep. 157
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Prices are out for Nissan's new Z and it's a bit of a deal. Genesis shares info and tech on its all-new GV60 EV crossover. Honda Previews its EV CUV that it's building with GM. Talking tech: Clearing the Air! Volvo wants you to breathe better Plus we will have At the wheel review of the Kia Niro Hybrid All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control. Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern. Youtube www.yo...
Jul 05, 2022•42 min•Ep. 156
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson BMW reimages its 3 Series Sedan and touring model with hybrids and technology. Cadillac opens up the order books and prices its Lyriq that is flooding the brand with new customers. Ford has a plan to stop big markups by its dealers. Hyundai Sonata Sadness Plus we will have At the wheel review of the brand new Ford Bronco All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Easte...
Jun 30, 2022•41 min•Ep. 155
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Volkswagen revives a tough truck name from the past to enter the Pickup truck market in the US. Plus it signals an entry-level EV is on the way. Mitsubishi reveals its plug-in hybrid Outlander One Auto executive is not too excited about electric vehicles. We take a look at the just introduced Range Rover Sport. Plus we will have at the wheel review of the brand new Mini Cooper All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Contro...
Jun 28, 2022•41 min•Ep. 154
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson VEE SUV... The Escalade V lights up with 682 Horsepower. Subaru updates its Legacy Talking Tech: Hyundai may just break Class 8 trucks' diesel addiction. Toyota Turbos the Highlander. And Ward's Editor in Chief Bob Gritzinger joins us to discuss the 10 best vehicle interiors and user interfaces. All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern. Youtube www.youtube.co...
Jun 26, 2022•42 min•Ep. 153
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Kia reveals its revamped Soul What are the fastest-selling New and used cars? Diesel Details: what's the price of fuel doing to the price of everything. Talking Tech: Synthetic gas that cleans the atmosphere! Plus we will have At the wheel review of the Nissan Frontier Pro 4X All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern. Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControl...
Jun 24, 2022•41 min•Ep. 152
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Jeep says it has so many products and sales that it needs its own stand-alone dealers. Just how much power is onboard the new Cadillac Lyriq? Talking Tech: Another steering wheel transformation and Screen doors for a popular Off-Roader. What might be disappearing from Mini's lineup thanks to world events? Plus we will have At the wheel review of the BMW M440I All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch Cruise Con...
Jun 15, 2022•41 min•Ep. 151
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Stop the line: Ford and Subaru shut down production since they cant' get parts. Porsche brings back the Ducktail. Talking Tech: Audi plans on using recycled glass Why subscription-based vehicle options may be a non-starter Plus we will have at the wheel review of the Subaru Outback Wilderness All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern. Youtube www.youtube.com/u...
Jun 12, 2022•41 min•Ep. 150
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Ford ignites the production of its electric pickup, The Lightnig, Acura releases details and pricing on its new Integra. A new study says customers really like shopping for vehicles online. We'll tell you what they find the most attractive. Subaru Puts a number on its first Battery Electric, The Solterra Plus we will have at the wheel review of the Ford Maverick Hybrid All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch ...
Jun 09, 2022•41 min•Ep. 149
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Lexus shows off its first all eclectic crossover called the RZ Subaru prices out its only rear-drive vehicle... The BRZ Lincoln reveals its all-electric Star Concept And Lincoln historian Ted Ryan will join us to celebrate 100 years of elegance and innovation. All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern. Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook w...
Jun 07, 2022•41 min•Ep. 148
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Going on Safari. Jeep reveals its Moab concepts that make be a vision of future models. Two new vehicles were revealed by Kia. Talking tech: Synthetic gas development is underway by two manufacturers. As the Tesla turns: A Cyber Rodeo, Model 3 Price increases and Buying Twitter Plus we will have a review of the Jeep Grand Cherokee L Summit All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch Cruise Control live every Satu...
Jun 05, 2022•50 min•Ep. 147
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson VW doubles down on its new corporate approach to sell fewer vehicles but make the ones they sell more expensive. Meanwhile, GM and Toyota are teaming up to build quality affordable EV cars and CUVs Ford's Lightning sets the pace for NASCAR's race in Martindale. Kia prices out its all-new 40 Mile per gallon Sportage Hybrid. Sign of the time credit card companies have to make changes because of high fuel prices. All that and more wh...
Jun 03, 2022•50 min•Ep. 146
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson New strict Federal regulations will change what automakers will be selling in the near future. We take a look at the new requirements. Mercedes hangs a price tag on its first AMG electric. As the Tesla Turns: Sold Out Models, Total Domination and a Drunk Novice Vietnamese SUV manufacturer Vin Fast has plans for a US factory. Vegas Baby!! Formula One is heading to the Neon City Plus we'll have an At the Wheel review of the new 2022...
Jun 01, 2022•41 min•Ep. 144
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Heat for the street: Toyota pops the lid off its 300 Horsepower Three-cylinder All Wheel Drive street-legal rally car the GR Corolla! Ford performs Towing Torture tests on its F150 Lightning pickup What dealer in your neighborhood is charging way over the MSRP sticker price. A new website has the details. GMC'S Hummer EV hit Talking tech: Hyundai wants your Electric vehicle to sound like and drive like a gas-powered vehicle. All t...
May 30, 2022•41 min•Ep. 143
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Selling fewer vehicles and making more money... Is this the future of the auto industry? Mercedes says it our autonomous cars crash we'll accept the blame. Meanwhile over at Tesla. Polestar gets a more affordable model. Automotive plants around the country are closing and in one case it's not because of the chip shortage. Talking tech: Less expensive carbon fiber made from leftover goop... It could happen. Plus, some say strange n...
May 27, 2022•38 min•Ep. 142
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson So long Hemi and hello Hurricane. Stellantis reveals its straight-six twin-turbo powerhouse that upstages its V8's Electrify America wants to build a destination charging station with plenty of amenities Honda reveals some new model plans including the CR-V and possibly the return of the Honda Civic Hybrid. And its time for this year's Drive for Design contest that looks to discover future automotive designers. Ram Designer and 19...
May 25, 2022•41 min•Ep. 141
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Chevy prices out its new Silverado. Now it just has to get the parts to build them. The Euro 7: Ford reveals its EV plans for Europe. We'll offer our opinions on what might make the trip to the US. New Car Assessment: How to rate safety systems its the new task for NHTSA. Hyundais got an exploding seat belt problem. Talking Tech: You car as your friend.. Messages on your door handles and personalized puddle lights What must every ...
May 15, 2022•41 min•Ep. 140
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Oil briefly dipped below $100 dollars a barrel this week. Does that mean pump pain may be reduced? Ford is leaving out features and adding blank off plates. Will this create problems for future used car buyers? Is Audi getting into the Pickup truck business? Could a new assembly plant for Rivian mean the end of automotive dealers? As the Tesla turns: Massive across the board price increases, terminated truth-teller and Elon wants ...
May 13, 2022•41 min•Ep. 139
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson One Automotive executive says new vehicle prices are out of hand and he's got a plan to fix them. Jeep freshens its Cherokee lineup and may have plans for a powerful and efficient new engine. Ford cuts its Mach E lineup What's the future of the Subaru WRX STI? Plus we'll have an "At the Wheel" review of the brand new Hyundai Santa Cruz sport activity vehicle when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch Cruise Control live every Sat...
May 11, 2022•41 min•Ep. 138
On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Volkswagens has been talking about the return of the Microbus now it's finally taken the wraps off the IDBuzz electric van, When will we see it on the showroom floor. Pump Pain Relief? A large number of states are talking about temporarily rolling back or rescinding the gas tax. The return of the Acura Integra As the Tesla turns: Should Elon Musk shut off all Russian Teslas? and someone set an owner a bill for 600 thousand dollars...
Apr 28, 2022•41 min•Ep. 137
