CRUISE CONTROL MOTORING

Fred Staab and Les Jackson
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Cruise Control Motoring is a automotive show that takes viewers on an inside tour of the car industry with vehicle reviews, new car recommendations, new automotive tech plus interviews with auto industry designers, engineers and executives.  Cruise Control Motoring is a show for the car enthusiast that enjoys racing and restoring all kind of vehicles. Check out our site at www.cruisecontrolradio.com

  1. 4D AGO

    EVs Are in Trouble? Toyota Highlander, Jeep Recon, Honda Profit Crash

    #CarNews #EVNews #AutoIndustry The car industry is changing fast — and this week it gets wild. Welcome to Cruise Control Motoring, your weekly live automotive news show covering breaking car news, EV news, electric vehicles, hybrid SUVs, new car reveals, auto industry analysis, pricing news, and future vehicles. In this episode, Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down the biggest automotive stories right now, including: Toyota’s shocking reveal of the all-electric three-row Highlander SUV Why Honda’s profits dropped over 60% amid EV restructuring. Jeep confirms the Recon electric off-road SUV will move forward — even if sales lag. Nissan Rogue Plug-In Hybrid pricing revealed and how it compares to Mitsubishi. Subaru drops prices on Forester Hybrid in a push for affordability. Mercedes-AMG reveals the GLC 53 performance SUV Why salvage title cars are quietly flooding dealer lot. s Jeremy Clarkson weighs in on the future of The Grand Tour If you care about new cars, EVs vs gas vehicles, hybrid SUVs, car prices, automotive trends, electric vehicle adoption, and the future of the auto industry, this livestream is for you. Subscribe to Cruise Control Motoring for weekly car news, industry insight, and real-world vehicle analysis. Live every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern 🎧 Also available as the Cruise Control Motoring Podcast #ElectricVehicles #HybridSUV #NewCars #ToyotaHighlander #JeepRecon #NissanRogue #SubaruForester #HondaEV #AutoNews #CarIndustry #CarReviews #FutureCars #AutoTrends #EVSUV #CarPrices #AutomotiveNews #VehicleReveals #PerformanceSUV #LuxurySUV #gasvselectric Chapters cover Toyota’s electric Highlander, Jeep Recon EV, Nissan Rogue Plug-In pricing, Subaru hybrid deals, AMG performance SUV news, and auto industry analysis. 00:00 Welcome to Cruise Control Motoring – Live Automotive News & Car Industry Updates 01:00 Toyota Reveals All-Electric Highlander Three-Row SUV – EV Strategy Explained 05:10 Electric Toyota Highlander Specs, Range, Pricing & Charging Discussion 10:00 EV Charging Infrastructure, Range Anxiety & Real-World Ownership Concerns 15:55 Honda Profits Crash 60% – EV Restructuring & Auto Industry Impact 19:40 Chinese EV Makers, Global Competition & The Future of Electric Vehicles 23:50 Jeep Recon Electric Off-Road SUV – Will Jeep Sell an Electric Trail Rig? 28:05 Jeep Recon EV Pricing, Horsepower & Off-Road Market Debate 31:20 Nissan Rogue Plug-In Hybrid Pricing Revealed – PHEV vs Mitsubishi Comparison 34:45 Nissan Rogue Plug-In Range, Features & Plug-In Hybrid Value 37:30 Subaru Forester Hybrid Price Cuts – Affordable Hybrid SUVs Return 41:30 Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 Performance SUV Reveal – Straight-Six Power 44:30 Salvage Title Cars at Dealers – What Used Car Buyers Must Know 48:40 Jeremy Clarkson Reacts to The Grand Tour Reboot & New Hosts 52:40 Why Top Gear Reboots Fail – Can The Grand Tour Work Again? 57:00 EV Market Reality Check – Are Electric Vehicles Slowing Down? 01:02:00 Physical Buttons vs Touchscreens – Interior Design & Driver Safety Debate 01:06:00 Final Thoughts on EVs, Hybrids & the Future of the Auto Industry 01:16:00 Full Show Wrap-Up – Cruise Control Motoring Sign-Off

    1h 17m

  2. FEB 11

    Nissan Xterra Returns? BMW Subscriptions Backlash + Minivan Sales Surge

    #AutomotiveNews #CarNews #AutoIndustry Is Nissan finally bringing back the Xterra and returning to body-on-frame SUVs and trucks? Are minivans making a major comeback as SUV prices climb? And why is BMW doubling down on subscription features even after massive backlash from drivers? In this episode of Cruise Control Motoring, Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down the biggest automotive industry news of the week, including: Nissan’s future plans for Xterra, Pathfinder, and Frontier. The surprising surge in minivan sales (Kia Carnival, Toyota Sienna, Chrysler Pacifica) BMW’s controversial subscription model for in-car features. Hyundai’s expanding N Performance lineup (ICE, hybrid, EV) The best-selling car in history revealed Kia’s bold new interior design choices. Why flush door handles could be banned for safety reasons. If you follow new car news, auto industry trends, EVs, hybrids, performance cars, SUVs, trucks, and future vehicle tech, this podcast is packed with insight and real-world perspective. 👉 Subscribe for weekly automotive news and car reviews 👉 Like & comment to help the algorithm share this show with more car fans! Fred Staab and Les Jackson discuss all the latest automotive news on the Cruise Control Motoring  #NewCarNews #NissanXterra #MinivanLife #EVNews #CarTech #CruiseControlMotoring #SUVNews #AutoTrends Chapters 00:00 Cruise Control Motoring Intro & Today’s Auto News 01:05 Nissan Xterra Returns? Body-on-Frame SUVs Coming Back 05:00 Nissan Pathfinder & Frontier Future Plans Explained 08:50 Minivan Sales Surge – Why Families Are Ditching Big SUVs 12:05 Kia Carnival, Toyota Sienna & Chrysler Pacifica Sales Boom 15:35 Best-Selling Car in History Revealed (Toyota Corolla Milestone) 20:50 BMW Subscription Features Controversy Explained 26:10 Hyundai N Performance Expansion – ICE, Hybrid & EV Future 29:40 Kia Interior Design Strategy – Buttons vs Touchscreens 32:10 Bold New Interior Colors: Eggplant, Navy & Tuscan Umber 34:50 Flush Door Handles Safety Concerns – Possible Global Ban 40:00 Auto Industry Trends: Design, Safety & Technology 46:00 Future Vehicles & Market Predictions 52:00 Viewer Questions & Industry Takeaways 58:00 Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up

    53 min

  3. FEB 4

    Chevy Bolt on the Chopping Block, Tesla Cuts Back & BMW’s Surprise Hit

    #AutomotiveNews #CarIndustry #CruiseControlMotoring Big changes are shaking up the auto industry — from electric vehicles to performance cars and luxury brands. In this episode of Cruise Control Motoring, Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down the biggest automotive news stories of the week. GM may be preparing to cancel the Chevy Bolt again despite strong demand, Tesla is cutting its flagship Model S and Model X while shifting focus toward robots and AI, and BMW has a major hit on its hands with the new-class iX3. We also cover the newly revealed Mercedes-Benz S-Class loaded with cutting-edge technology, updated 2026 Subaru WRX pricing and lineup details, a surprising extreme off-road Genesis concept, and the return of Chevrolet’s legendary Corvette engine build experience. This is real-world automotive news that affects buyers, enthusiasts, and anyone following the future of cars, EVs, and performance vehicles. #NewCarNews #AutoIndustryNews #EVNews #CarReviews #AutoTech #TruckNews #PerformanceCars #LuxuryCars #CarCommunity Chapters 00:00 Cruise Control Motoring Opens | Weekly Automotive News 00:43 Chevy Bolt May Be Cancelled Again — Tariffs and GM Strategy 07:31 BMW iX3 Demand Surges — Neue Klasse EV with 500-Mile Range 11:56 Tesla Cuts Model S and Model X — Shift to Robots and AI? 20:48 New Mercedes-Benz S-Class Revealed — Tech, Luxury, Powertrains 26:29 2026 Subaru WRX Pricing and Trims — Manual vs Automatic Debate 31:41 Genesis Goes Extreme Off-Road — X(e) Scorpio Concept Explained 35:04 Jaguar Dealers Concerned — EV-Only Future and Brand Survival 38:05 Hyundai Santa Cruz Could End Early — Inventory and Maverick Rival 41:09 Dodge Charger Hemi Return? Stellantis Hints and Challenges 42:54 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata Pricing — Manuals, RF, and Value 45:45 2026 Kia Niro EV Pricing — Tariffs, Hybrid and Plug-In Options 47:27 Volvo Wagons May Return — Why Wagons Make Sense Again 50:23 Corvette Engine Build Experience Returns — Z06, ZR1, ZR1X 57:41 Final Thoughts and Show Wrap-Up

    58 min

  4. JAN 19

    Jeep vs Bronco , Corvette ZR1X 8-Second Shock, Mazda & Kia Prices

    Jeep cuts Wrangler prices as the Ford Bronco heats up the off-road SUV battle. In this episode of Cruise Control Motoring, Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down the latest automotive news, industry trends, and new-vehicle pricing you need to know right now. We cover Jeep Wrangler price cuts, the new Ford Bronco RTR, and why plug-in hybrids are disappearing from Stellantis lineups. Plus, Mazda CX-5 pricing for 2026, 2027 Kia Telluride pricing and trims, and a deep dive into automaker data privacy after Toyota’s lawsuit. Then we shift into high-performance news as the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X becomes the first street-legal 8-second production car, delivering supercar-level acceleration with a factory warranty. We also discuss Honda entering the RV market, the last American V12-powered vehicle, and what all of this means for car buyers in 2026 and beyond. If you follow automotive industry news, new car pricing, performance cars, SUVs, and future vehicle trends, this livestream delivers insight you won’t get anywhere else.   Fred Staab and Les Jackson discuss all the latest automotive news every Saturday at 10 AM Eastern on the Cruise Control Motoring Livestream — right here on the Cruise Control Motoring Podcast. 00:00 Jeep vs Ford: Wrangler Price Cuts Explained 01:10 Ford Bronco RTR Revealed – Affordable Raptor Alternative? 03:40 Jeep Wrangler vs Bronco Sales Battle Breakdown 06:05 Jeep Cancels Plug-In Hybrids – Why PHEVs Are Fading 09:15 Dodge Hornet Discontinued – Stellantis Strategy Shift 17:55 Dodge Muscle Car Future: Charger Sixpack & Durango Power 21:01 2026 Mazda CX-5 Pricing, Trims & What’s New 26:55 2027 Kia Telluride Pricing, Trims & Design Debate 35:07 Automakers Selling Your Driving Data? Toyota Lawsuit Explained 40:46 Corvette ZR1X Becomes Street-Legal 8-Second Car 48:15 Honda Enters RV Business – What It Means for the Brand 52:10 The Last American V12 Engine Explained 57:50 Final Thoughts & Industry Outlook #AutomotiveNews #AutoIndustry #JeepWrangler #FordBronco #CorvetteZR1X #MazdaCX5 #KiaTelluride #CarPrices #SUVNews #PerformanceCars #CarPodcast #CruiseControlMotoring #newcarnews

    59 min

  5. JAN 12

    Ram’s 10-Year Warranty, $50K Civic & EV Reality Check | CES 2026

    The automotive industry is changing fast — and we break it all down on this edition of Cruise Control Motoring. Fred Staab and Les Jackson dive into the biggest automotive news, new car pricing debates, and CES 2026 technology stories, including a major warranty move by Ram, the shocking reality of a nearly $50,000 Honda Civic Type R, Subaru performance struggles, and why Volkswagen is pausing the ID. Buzz in the U.S. They also cover cutting-edge CES 2026 auto tech, including robotics, battery breakthroughs, and the future of connected vehicle navigation — plus why affordable cars are becoming harder to find. If you follow auto industry news, new car releases, EV trends, and car pricing, this episode delivers context, insight, and straight talk. Fred Staab and Les Jackson discuss all the latest automotive news on the Cruise Control Motoring Podcast Chapters 00:00 Cruise Control Motoring Opens | Auto Industry Change Ahead 03:38 Ram Adds 10-Year / 100K Powertrain Warranty for 2026 09:17 Cummins Diesel Power Wagon Returns | Torque, Off-Road & Pricing 13:44 Ram Dakota Confirmed for 2027 | Mid-Size Truck Market Shift 15:52 Is a $50,000 Honda Civic Type R the New Reality? 17:26 Civic Type R vs Golf R vs WRX vs GR Corolla 19:51 Subaru WRX Sales Collapse | Performance Sedan Trouble 26:14 VW Pauses ID. Buzz in the U.S. | EV Pricing vs Demand 31:13 Kia K4 Hatchback Pricing Revealed | Affordable Cars Return 40:51 CES 2026 Tech Talk | Solid-State Batteries & Donut Lab 44:52 BMW Conversational Navigation | AI Enters the Dashboard 47:21 Ford Ends Escape Production | Smart Move or Big Mistake? 52:35 Vehicle Affordability Fallout | Government & Pricing Pressure 59:32 Subscription Features Return | Paywalls, Heated Seats & More 01:02:26 Auto Trivia & Industry Notes 01:03:18 Final Thoughts & Sign-Off #CES2026 #AutoNews #AutomotiveIndustry #CarNews #NewCars #CarPricing #EVNews #TruckNews #RamTrucks #HondaCivic #Volkswagen #SubaruWRX #KiaK4 #FutureOfCars #CruiseControlMotoring #carpodcast

    1h 4m

  6. JAN 6

    EV Reality Check: Ford Pulls Back, Hyundai Eyes Trucks, $30K Cars Vanish

    Ford hits the brakes on electric vehicles after losing more than $19 billion, Hyundai says it plans to dominate U.S. auto sales by 2030, and Mercedes confirms hybrids are the future with the new CLA Hybrid. On this episode of Cruise Control Motoring, Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down the biggest automotive industry stories shaping 2025 and beyond — from EV pullbacks and hybrid strategy shifts to pickup truck pricing, under-$30,000 cars disappearing, and a rare affordable 2026 model that may still give buyers hope. We also cover: Ford’s dramatic EV strategy reversal and the future of the F-150 Lightning Hyundai’s bold plan to conquer America with a new body-on-frame pickup Why sub-$30,000 new cars are nearly extinct — and the one exception Mercedes-Benz revealing advanced hybrid tech for the next-gen CLA Jaguar leadership turmoil and brand confusion. Kia’s fix for stolen vehicles BMW’s controversial proprietary fasteners Jeep celebrates 85 years with special-edition Wrangler models If you care about new car news, EVs vs hybrids, pickup trucks, vehicle pricing, and the future of the auto industry, this episode is packed with insight and real-world analysis. Fred Staab and Les Jackson discuss all the latest automotive news on the Cruise Control Motoring #AutomotiveNews #AutoIndustry #CarNews #EVNews #HybridCars #FordLightning #HyundaiPickup #MercedesCLA #NewCars #CarPrices #Under30K #TruckNews #FutureOfCars #CruiseControlMotoring #FredStaab #lesjackson Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to Cruise Control Motoring 00:48 – Ford Loses $19B on EVs & Changes Course 03:40 – Ford Scales Back EVs, Returns to Hybrids & Gas Engines 06:00 – Extended-Range Electric F-150 Lightning Explained 09:07 – Why Expensive Electric Trucks Failed 11:17 – Ford Cancels Electric Vans & Battery Strategy Shifts 15:01 – Why Hybrids Make More Sense Than Full EVs 16:08 – Hyundai CEO Targets 1.44M U.S. Sales by 2030 17:29 – Hyundai’s New Body-on-Frame Pickup Plan 18:36 – Can Hyundai Take on Ford, GM, and Ram? 19:39 – Why $30K New Cars Are Disappearing (Cox Automotive) 21:23 – Full-Size Pickup Prices Drive Market Inflation 23:05 – Why Affordable Cars Are Vanishing 24:23 – Mercedes-Benz Reveals CLA Hybrid Powertrain 25:03 – CLA Hybrid Specs, Performance & Technology Breakdown 26:37 – Entry-Level Luxury Cars Go Hybrid 27:37 – The Last Under-$30K New Car: 2026 Nissan Altima 29:14 – Altima Pricing, Trims & Features Explained 30:28 – Why Affordable Sedans Still Matter 31:28 – Jeep Wrangler White Cap Special Edition Revealed 32:52 – Jeep Celebrates 85 Years With Heritage Editions 34:00 – Why Special Edition Vehicles Continue to Sell 38:10 – Market Trends Shaping New Car Pricing 42:30 – EV vs Hybrid: What Buyers Actually Want 47:15 – What These Industry Shifts Mean for Consumers 52:10 – Final Thoughts on the Future of EVs & Hybrids 56:30 – Wrap-Up: What to Watch Next in Automotive News

    1 hr

  7. 11/17/2025

    Stellantis’ New Hurricane Turbo! 2026 Grand Cherokee Revealed, EV Market Collapse?

    Fred Staab & Les Jackson are back on Cruise Control Motoring with a packed podcast covering some of the biggest automotive stories of the week. Stellantis shocks the world with its all-new Hurricane 4 Turbo — twin-spark, port + direct injection, and up to 35 pounds of boost delivering 324 horsepower & 332 lb-ft from only 2.0 liters! We break down this advanced powerplant and what it means for Jeep, Ram, and beyond. We also dive deep into the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee refresh, new trims, upscale tech, and incredible fuel economy + towing numbers. JD Power warns of an EV sales collapse, Jaguar delays its Electric GT halo car, Dodge reveals its wild Dude pickup concept, and… how did a rare GM EV1 end up at an impound auction?! #CruiseControlMotoring #JeepGrandCherokee #HurricaneEngine #Stellantis #KiaTelluride #EVNews #CarPodcast #AutoNews #JaguarEV #DodgeDude #ElectricVehicles #CarReview #LiveCarShow #sema2025 #dodgehemi #ramhemi

    1h 4m

  8. 10/31/2025

    2026 Toyota RAV4 Revealed! Ford’s RTR Mustang and Toyota’s FJ Comeback

    Fred Staab and Les Jackson** take you on another fast-paced ride on Cruise Control Motoring! This week: Toyota reveals the 2026 all-hybrid RAV4 — more horsepower, more range, and a GR Sport version that adds some Gazoo Racing flair. Ford shows off its RTR Mustang, a driftable, affordable EcoBoost performance coupe designed with Vaughn Gittin Jr. Another automaker struggles with an aluminum shortage, stalling production. Kia teases the 2027 Telluride, while GM talks AI and conversational software for future vehicles. We break down which electric vehicles are delayed, canceled, or still coming, plus a look at the new Toyota FJ — will it reach U.S. shores? It’s the latest in auto tech, design, and performance — all in one show! Keep the automotive content coming please like and subscribe and ring the bell https://tinyurl.com/Cruise-Control-Subscribe The Cruise Control livestream goes live on Youtube starting at 10AM Eastern every Saturday . Go to @cruisecontrolmotoring #CruiseControlMotoring #ToyotaRAV4 #RTRMustang #ToyotaFJ #EVNews #AutoPodcast #HybridSUV #FordPerformance #KiaTelluride #CarTalk #carpodcast #mustangmache #kiatelluride #corvettemuseum #corvette

    1h 3m
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Cruise Control Motoring is a automotive show that takes viewers on an inside tour of the car industry with vehicle reviews, new car recommendations, new automotive tech plus interviews with auto industry designers, engineers and executives.  Cruise Control Motoring is a show for the car enthusiast that enjoys racing and restoring all kind of vehicles. Check out our site at www.cruisecontrolradio.com

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  • Creator
    Fred Staab and Les Jackson
  • Years Active
    2005 - 2026
  • Episodes
    151
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © copyright 2026 Cruise Control Radio
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