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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-adjusting cockpit.   Plus we'll have an "At the Wheel" of the Volkswagen Taos Compact CUV when we get rolling on Cruise Control   Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern.  Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD  

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.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD  

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?   Plus we'll have an "At the Wheel" review of the sporty Toyota Corolla Hatchback.   Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern.  Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD  

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 live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern.  Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD  

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.   Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern.  Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD    

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 Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern.  Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD   All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control

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 www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD

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 wheel" review of the Hyundai Veloster Turbo R Spec  when we get rolling on Cruise Control   Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern.  Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD

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 Cruise Control   Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern.  Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD

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 Miata RF we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern.  Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD

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.   All that and an "At the Wheel" review of the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid when we get rolling on Cruise Control   Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern.  Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD

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 Esteban Plaza-Jennings 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 www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD

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 Wheel" review of the Honda Ridgeline Sport  when we get rolling on Cruise Control Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern.  Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD

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 Cars   And we'll have an "At the Wheel" review of the Lexus IS350 F Sport. when we get rolling on Cruise Control   Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern.  Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD  

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 you need to hear if you are planning to finance a new vehicle. 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 www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD

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 Control Watch Cruise Control live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern.  Youtube www.youtube.com/user/CruiseControlVideo Facebook www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD

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 why. Plus: The cost of speed around the world. 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 www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD

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 bringing back its camper van.   Plus more 2022 Pricing from Buick and Honda.   And why your connected car could become disconnected in 2022.   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 www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD

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 plastic that was once floating in the Ocean A new study says sticking with the older car could be dangerous. 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 www.facebook.com/CRUISECONTROLRAD

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?   All that and more when we get rolling on Cruise Control.