Best Cherokee Tech Talk Podcasts (2025)

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Stellantis’ New Hurricane Turbo! 2026 Grand Cherokee Revealed, EV Market Collapse? 1:04:28

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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 t…

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2026 Toyota RAV4 Revealed! Ford’s RTR Mustang and Toyota’s FJ Comeback 1:03:14

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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. An…

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Mini Oxford Edition, F150 Sales , EV Fires, VW Atlas review 54:12

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On Episode of the Cruise Control Podcast with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Mini reveals an affordable Oxford edition and gets set to dump front wheel drive. Ford current edition F150 will stick around a while longer. Talking Tech :Renault has a way to snuff out EV fires and its giving away the tech for free The Petersen Museum celebrates Ken Blocks l…

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BMW V8's Stay, MUSTANG GTD, DODGE SUB 30K PERFORMANCE, ZR1 VETTE RECORDS 55:20

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On this Episode of the Cruise Control Podcast with Fred Staab and Les Jackson BMW says its V8's are here to stay! at least in the USA. If you plan on Buying a Mustang GTD you better be prepared to keep it for while. Dodge's CEO says it might be the right time for a sub 30 thousand dollar performance car. We discuss what that might look like. Volvo …

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Nissan Honda Deal Off, Return of the Celica, 2025 VW GTI and Golf R, Acura ADX 57:13

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On this Episode of the Cruise Control Motoring Podcast with Fred Staab and Les Jackson The Honda Nissan merger is cancelled... Honda admits it wanted to take over Nissan. Now Nissan is going to cut its workforce and is looking for new non automotive partners. It Seems like Toyotas is getting ready to bring back the Celica but they have some big cha…

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Nissan Merger Trouble, Jeep Wagoneer S Deals, Ford Extended Range, Porsche manual record 53:12

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On this Episode of the Cruise Control Podcast with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Nissan might tell Honda no thanks when it comes to the merger and team up with big tech. Jeep shows off its more affordable Wagoneer S Limited.. Ford wants to dive in extended range electric vehicles. Why bigger and heavier vehicles don't always mean you drive will be saf…

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F150 Dethroned, Hemi Made in USA, Subaru Hybrid Revealed 1:00:49

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On this episode of the Cruise Control Motoring Podcast with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Which Toyota model outsold Ford's F 150 to become the best selling vehicle in the US? Could Hemi V8 engine production be headed back to a plant in the USA? Subaru Reveals its Forester Hybrid and its new Wilderness Model at the Chicago auto show Chevy shuts down a…

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AMERICAN MADE INDEX, BMW X5, HONDA TRAIL SPORT PASSPORT 40:37

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson What more American than a F150? We have the latest results from Cars.Com's American Made Index. Should American car manufacturers pull out of the Chinese market? One analyst says do it now! BMW's X5 celebrates its silver anniversary. Toyota says it will build performance cars but it …

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JEEP WRANGLER 392 NOT SO LAST STAND, BMW NEW X3, CHEAP GAS 40:36

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson It was supposed to be the last call for the 392 V8 Jeep Wrangler... Plans changed. BMW Shows off its all new x3 Fisker went Bankrupt but some of his cars are still selling. Would you buy one? A place of their own :The Bronco Off Roadeo opens up a new location to let owner grow their …

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BMW M2, GOODBYE GTR , FAST CHARGE EV, TOYOTA CROWN SIGNIA REVIEW 40:51

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson BMW specs out its 2025 M2 model. One manufacturer says hmm we might start building sedans again Nissan says so long to the GT-R Talking Tech: The world's fastest charging electric car... And what's the disturbing trend happening at many charging stations? And we have an At the Wheel …

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TOYOTA & MAZDA ICED, CADILLAC HYPERCAR, EV"S NOT CONSIDERED, TOYOTA CROWN SIGNIA 41:39

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Toyota and Mazda team up on new internal combustion engines. Nissan says no more to gas engines and Volkswagen cuts its EV budget to buildno electric cars and trucks.Cadillac and Honda want to go into the HyperCar business.Why a big truck or SUV might not be as safe as you think.A Ne…

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UNLOCKING HONDA"S HYDROGEN FUTURE, NEW MPG RULES, JEEP NEW MODELS 40:36

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson One manufacturer says sedans are not dead. Honda goes Hydrogen right here in the USA. New fuel mileage ratings were just released, what does this mean for new models? Talking Tech: Could a new type of electric motor be the key to affordable electric vehicles? And JEEP Says its going …

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GM EV DISCOUNTS, 2024 LEXUS RZ, SUBARU WRX and TOYOTA PRIUS PRIME REVIEW 40:34

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson GM says it will discount its electric vehicles by 7500 dollars in place of the Federal tax benefit. The 2024 Lexus RZ has plenty of news to share. Why are some Mercedes getting turquoise lights?Subaru prices its 24 WRX.. Are narrow lanes safer? We have the results of a new studyDodge…

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FORD ROLLS, GENESIS G70,MAZDA PAINT SCIENCE, BUICK ENCORE GX 40:28

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Ford Tops sales for the Sports car, truck, and commercial segments but will rollaway F150's put a damper on its success? Kia has another plan for stopping the theft of some of its models.Genesis Prices out its 2024 G70 Sporty sedan..Talking Tech: The science Mazda is using to make it…

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AIRFLOW RETHINK, EV SILVERADO RANGE, OLD CARS, LEXUS RZ REVIEW 40:58

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Chrysler's Airflow concept is getting a new name and a big redesign.. What's in store for the brand? Chevy's EV Silverado work truck gets a 450 mile range but its gonna cost you. The average age of vehicles is climbing. We'll tell you why Are Chinese built cheap EV's ready to dominat…

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TOYOTA TACOMA, AM RADIO, ALPHA TONALE, HYUNDAI PALISADE 41:03

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson The midsize pickup truck segment continues to get even hotter... Last week Ford revealed its new Ranger and this week it was Toyota's Turn with its all new Tacoma including its available hybrid drivetrain and Factory build overlanding Trailhunter edition. What's slowing down producti…

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MILLIONS RECALLED, HOT PETS, BIG PRICE INCREASE, TOYOTA TRD OFFROAD REVIEW 41:16

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson A new airbag recall means 67 Million vehicles are headed back to the dealersWhat are the most dependable cars and trucks money can buy? Ford shuts down the Mustang line to get it right.Plus Summer is here.. What do you do if you see a Pet in a hot car? It maydepend on the state you a…

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RANGER RAPTOR, ACCORD, BANNING SLOW CARS, MERC EQE 500 REVIEW 41:11

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Ford Reveals the new Ranger midsize pickup and its not just the XLT and Lariat no,there's also a Ranger RaptorHonda's Brand new Accord sedans aces the tough safety tests.Talking Tech: Could an Etched Metal finish be the latest in customized looks for your new ride?Why is the Nürburgr…

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TOYOTA POWER OPTIONS, FORD MAVERICK , CYBER TRUCK BOAT , MINI SE DRIVEN 41:17

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson The Head of Toyota repeats his view that the future is not all electric and there is roomfor a range of power for future vehicles How much will a fully loaded Ford Maverick set you back if you can find one? We found a place that will let you rent one of these popular mini pickups Kia…

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NEW MODEL PRICING, TESLA ROBOTS, GENESIS GV60 REVIEW 41:08

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson The latest pricing from Nissan, Mitsubishi, and Kia As the Tesla turns: Cybertruck is now a boost as well.. Plus Robots for sale for less than cars. Talking Tech: Car interiors that destroy viruses Bond stunt cars sell for a good cause Plus an At-the-Wheel review of the Genesis GV60 …

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HEAVY DUTY PICKUPS , HYDROGEN FUTURE, NEW MODEL REVEALS , FORD LIGHTNING REVIEW 41:57

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Heavy Duty Reveals: Ford shows off its Super Duty, Chevy updates its HD, and RAM beefs up its Rebel. Which manufacturer has more EVs in its lineup than any other? Who is betting on a Hydrogen future? New Models and New Pricing We got em. Talking Tech: A steering wheel just for you. P…

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OVER MSRP?, DODGE LAST CALL , MEGAZILLA V8 41:18

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson What vehicles are selling for over MSRP?Hertz and GM team up for fleet electrificationDodge reveals two more of its Last Call Collectible models Talking Tech: Cars that know how you feel and have your back when it comes to the road.As the Tesla Turns: Owner Lock Out and Pinchy window…

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VW ALEXA TEST DRIVE , HYBRID SORENTO , BMW RANGE LIMIT , 2024 MUSTANG 40:41

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Could Alexa sell you your next car or truck? Volkswagen is updating the test drive. Kia reveals its Sorento Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid and we have the pricing Talking tech: Toyota is developing hitchless towing. Why is BMW limiting the range of its electric vehicles? Plus its codename…

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HONDA CUTS , TESLA YOKES , NISSAN Z DESTRUCTION, KIA EV6 REVIEW 41:13

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Under pressure: What put an end to a car dealer's almost 100 percent markup on new Z06 Corvettes? On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Honda cuts its output by 40 percent As the Tesla Turns: Elon says rip off those mirrors, plus Yoke steering wheelsare falling apart and the so-called "Full Self Driving" option gets a pr…

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KIA EV9 , MACH E ORDERS , AVERAGE CAR COST , HEMI HERITAGE 40:59

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Kia is hoping for another Telluride with its under-development EV9 all-electric SUV. Dodge released the first of its last call Hemi powered Challengers Ford opens the Mach E order banks for 2023The average cost of a car loan is setting records. What are mostpeople paying each month? …

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FASTEST PRODUCTION CAR, BMW HYDROGEN POWER, DODGE LAST CALL 41:17

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Who builds the fastest production car? The answer might surprise you. Pricing for the Kia Sportage EV plug In and Hyundai's Santa Cruz BMW gets set for some Hydrogen Horsepower. And its been a huge week for Mopar fans including the reveal of the HornetCUV lineup, the Return of the Du…

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KIA EV GT, PORSCHE UNFINISHED , LINCOLN DESIGN CHIEF 37:19

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Two of the most radically different automotive events are held in the same week. The Woodward Dream Cruise and Monterey Car Week Over at Pebble beach Kia will be showing off its 576 horsepower EV6 GT. The electric horsepower race is only beginning Why does Porsche have so many unfini…

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GMC CANYON AT4X , HYDROGEN POWER , LAND ROVER DEFENDER REVIEW 41:11

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson GMC adds a tough off-roader to its line up The Canyon AT4X. Subaru updates the largest model in its line the Ascent. What's in a new government bill when it comes to Electic Car tax credits? Talking tech Hydrogen power by 2025? One manufacturer says it will be ready to go What vehicl…

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BRONCO HERITAGE EDITIONS, NISSAN TITAN , EXPENSIVE VEHICLES TO INSURE 41:03

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Ford Rolls back the calendar to 1966 and pays tribute to some of the original Broncos with Chrome name plates and factory-painted wheels. We discuss the Bronco and Bronco Sport Heritage Editions. Nissan Prices out the Titan. BMW says don't worry you'll get used to paying a monthly fe…

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MAXIMA END OF ROAD, GENESIS G90, TOYOTA COROLLA CROSS REVIEW 41:24

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson The Nissan Maxima comes to the end of the road. But a new sedan could get the green light and its got a very popular name associated with two-door performance.. Genesis prices out its super lux G90 GM wants to pay off some Bolt EV owners Will the new Mustang GT be packing 500 ponies?…

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MAVERICK TREMOR , PRODUCTION CUTS , TOYOTA BUY BACKS 41:07

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson Supply chain Problems: Manufacturers delay new models and cut back on production because of parts shortages. Ford shows the cost-effective off-roader Maverick Tremor. Why are more and more rats chewing up your vehicle's wiring harness? Toyota is buying back one of its newest models P…

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JD POWER APPEAL, CHEVY COLORADO, ROBOT RECHARGE, HEATED SEAT TUNING 40:49

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson What makes that new CUV so Appealing? We run down the results of JD Powers'The latest study, its all about Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout. Chevy gets competitive with its all-new Colorado pickup. Sort of a mini Silverado,Ford Puts its Lighting to work and we uncover a …

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FIGHTING DEALERS, MUSTANG REVEAL , GENESIS PRIORITY ONE G90 40:47

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonBoth 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 pl…

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TOYOTA CROWN, SUBARU REFRESH , BMW X4 REVIEW 41:40

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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 cont…

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NOT EV READY, NEW JEEPS , LAST V12 , BMW COMPETITION REVIEW 41:08

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonThe 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 NASAGo out big: The last BMW V12 has been built, plus is there a speci…

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EV’S TOO EXPENSIVE, VW AERO SEDAN , JEEP FREEDOM , NISSAN SENTRA REVIEW 40:41

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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 holi…

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JD POWER , HYUNDAI UPDATES, CRASH DATA , F250 BIG D DRIVEN 41:26

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonJD Power rolls out its Initial Quality Study and finds the last year has not been tookind to manufacturers, We have the results of the least and most problem-plaguednew cars and trucks. Hyundai switches up its lineup for 2022 and some vehicles won't be making the cut.Plus they go all-…

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NO BUY OUTS , POLESTAR HILL CLIMB, VW EV SEDAN ,MERCEDES GLS 450 REVIEW 41:17

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonDealers 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.Subar…

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PORSCHE PUBLIC, NISSAN LEAF UPDATE, DODGE EV PERFORMANCE , FORD ESCAPE HYBRID 41:04

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonPorsche 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 aboutthe updates for 2023.Dodge sets the date for revealing its future performance vehicles.How can a license plate cost…

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PRICES UP, TOYOTA HYDROGEN POWER, FORD HERITAGE VAULT 40:49

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonPrices are on the rise everywhere and GM is no exception one model gotits tag raised over 5 thousand dollars!Could Toyota have a hydrogen-powered crossover in its lineup?Subaru refreshes its three-row Ascent SUVPlus Ford is making more than 5,000 curated photographs and product brochu…

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HYUNDAI PALISADE, KIA SELTOS, SUBARU BRZ REVIEW 42:26

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonCadillac reveals more about its upcoming Celestiq. Hyundai prices out its new 2023 Palisade including the XRT model and Kia tellsus 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: …

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BUICK WILDCAT, SUBIE CROSSTREK , POLESTAR HERTZ, KIA K5 GT LINE REVIEW 41:04

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonBuick 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 safe…

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NEW CARS, NEW TECH, BEST COLORS , NISSAN ALTIMA , MUSTANG MACH E REVIEW 40:47

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonNew vehicle reveals New Technology we have it all. Toyota takes the wraps off the super-sized Sequoia, and for something a little smallerthey 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 N…

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NISSAN HAS Z PRICE , GENESIS GV60, HONDA EV CUV, KIA NIRO HYBRID REVIEW 41:38

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonPrices 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 t…

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BMW 3 SERIES NEW, LYRIQ ORDERS UP, FORD BRONCO REVIEW 40:47

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonBMW 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 …

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VW SCOUT , MITSU PLUG IN , MINI COOPER REVIEW 40:58

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonVolkswagen revives a tough truck name from the past to enter the Pickup truckmarket 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 int…

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ESCALADE V , TOYOTA TURBOS , HYUNDAI HYDROGEN, WARDS BEST INTERIORS 41:52

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonVEE SUV... The Escalade V lights up with 682 Horsepower.Subaru updates its LegacyTalking 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 inte…

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KIA SOUL , SYNTHETIC GAS , NISSAN FRONTIER PRO 4X DRIVEN 41:02

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonKia reveals its revamped SoulWhat 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…

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JEEP GOES IT ALONE , MINI MANUALS , BMW M440i REVIEW 40:52

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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 t…

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FORD AND SUBARU LINE DOWN, PORSCHE DUCKTAIL, OUTBACK WILDERNESS DRIVEN 41:13

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On this edition of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les JacksonStop 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 Wil…