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Episodes
Thursday Sep 24, 2020
Thursday Sep 24, 2020
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-seat entertainment systems and bringing back road feel.
Being Aware: The National Highway Safety Administration has a great App that will keep you informed about recalls. We'll tell you how you can get it for free
And an Asleep at the Wheel Tesla driver breaks a record.
All that and an " At the Wheel" review of the Jeep Mojave Gladiator when we get rolling on this edition of Cruise Control Radio.
Saturday Sep 19, 2020
Saturday Sep 19, 2020
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 most
US-made content? Ford's Ranger did well and this week a new off-road edition called
the Tremor was introduced.
It's one of the oldest models still in production. But that's gonna change on September 18th.
We are talking about Nissans 400 Z. And one beloved feature may be staying in the lineup.
Plus Talking Tech: Unlock your car with your face.
All that and an " At the Wheel" review of the Honda CR-V Touring
Edition when we get rolling on this edition of Cruise Control Radio.
Saturday Aug 22, 2020
Saturday Aug 22, 2020
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 Tech we'll have the results of the JD Power Tech Experience survey.
COVID has caused the cancellation of scores of automotive events across the
US this summer. We'll talk to Lance Miller co-owner of Carlisle Events about
next week's Corvettes at Carlisle and some of the changes they have made.
All that and an "At the Wheel" review of the Lexus 450 H hybrid CUV
when we get rolling on this edition of Cruise Control Radio.
Saturday Aug 08, 2020
Saturday Aug 08, 2020
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 is a Smear.
Talking Tech: the first Electric Vehicle certified by the EPA with a 500 Mile range.
Jaguar has a great way for you to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the E type
All that and an "At the Wheel" review of the Mazda CX-30 Premium edition.
Saturday Aug 08, 2020
Saturday Aug 08, 2020
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 has some suspension trouble,
Tesla says it's open to sharing. And Musk says some owners are lazy!
Talking Tech: Audi elevates the look of taillights
All that and an "At the Wheel" review of the Volvo XC90 Inspiration edition.
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
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 Grueber joins us with all the details.
All that and more when we get rolling on this edition of Cruise Control Radio.
Monday Jul 27, 2020
Monday Jul 27, 2020
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 Hybrid
Saturday Jul 25, 2020
Saturday Jul 25, 2020
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 Elon Musk
The Maverick May return, Mitsubishi has product plans and Formula one cancels
All that and an "At the Wheel" review of the luxurious Genesis G90
Friday Jul 17, 2020
Friday Jul 17, 2020
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 proven safety features with premium add ons?
Consumer Reports Policy Analyst Ethan Douglas joins us with the results of a recent study.
All that and more When we get rolling on this edition of Cruise Control Radio.
Friday Jul 17, 2020
Friday Jul 17, 2020
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 live inside a GeoFence?
Plus the GMC Syclone and the Ford Boss 302 have a comeback... Well, sorta.
All that and more When we get rolling on this edition of Cruise Control Radio.