Tuesday, May 27, 2008

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: HANDS OFF MY HEMI, REVITALIZED INDY and HONDA'S NEW HYBRIDS

WWW.CRUISECONTROLRADIO.COM On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred and Les Jackson

Back home again in Indiana: The Indy 500 is back and bigger than ever. We'll tell you why. And Oh Yes Jim Nabors will be singing once again.

Hands off my Hemi! We know Nissan is turning to Chrysler to build their next gen pickup.. But will the Dodge boys serve up their trademark Hemi in the engine bay of Nissans new fullsize truck?

Plus Honda cues up a fleet of hybrids.

And what would you pay for a 1962 Ferrari? Would you pay a eight figure sum??

Plus an "At the Wheel" reviews of the 2008 LEXUS GS460 and the Mitsubishi Lancer EVO GSR

All that and more on this edition of the Cruise Control Pod cast.

http://www.cruisecontrolradio.com/ for more information. Find out how to listen live on Saturday May 31st, 2008 from 10AM to12 Noon. Call in 1 877 977 6100

Monday, May 26, 2008

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:DRASTIC ACTION AT FORD, ROAD TRIP RIDES and DROWSY DANGER

WWW.CRUISECONTROLRADIO.COM On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred and Les Jackson

Ford takes drastic action and cuts production to avoid a sea of red ink. What changes are in store? Stay tuned.

Its really over for good : Truck and SUV sales plummet. What will future trucks look like? Ford just might revive an old name plate with fuel efficient power.

The government has just released Mile per gallon ratings for the 2009 VW Jetta TDI diesel and they are significantly lower than the 50 plus MPG mentioned earlier by the manufacturer. We'll check in with Keith Price of Volkswagen and get his response.

Road Trip rides: we take a look at Kelly Blue Books list of the best vehicles to hit the highway.

Drowsy Danger. Important news for this holiday weekend about how to avoid dozing off behind the wheel.

Plus an "At the Wheel" review of the 2009 VW Jetta Sportswagon

All that and more on this edition of the Cruise Control Pod cast.

http://www.cruisecontrolradio.com/ for more information. Find out how to listen live on Saturday May 31st, 2008 from 10AM to12 Noon. Call in 1 877 977 6100

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:GRAY MARKET MESS, DIESEL DRAGS and FUEL EFFICENT FERRARI

WWW.CRUISECONTROLRADIO.COM On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred and Les Jackson

Why are some dealers getting into the export business with vehicles intended for the US Market?

Two more manufactures reveal their Electric vehicle plans

How about this a brand new fuel Efficient Ferrari. And its got a name from the past..

We know Diesels are great for hauling a big payload but how at the drag strip?? Eric McBride of the Diesel Hot Rod Association will stop by to fill us in

All that and more on this edition of the Cruise Control Pod cast.

http://www.cruisecontrolradio.com/ for more information. Find out how to listen live on Saturday May 24th, 2008 from 10AM to12 Noon. Call in 1 877 977 6100

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:MUSTANG MILESTONE,MICRO MUSCLE and CHALLENGE X

WWW.CRUISECONTROLRADIO.COM On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred and Les Jackson

Big Milestones this week Mustang and Prius celebrate special sales moments.

How has the high price of gas created a problem for some gas stations?

Talking Tech: GM reveals two micro engines for Europe you can bet they are headed to the US.

Accepting the challenge: Students take up the task of creating a greener more fuel efficient SUV.. We'll talk to Team Penn State on the road.

Plus "At the Wheel" reviews of the 2008 Jeep Liberty Limited and Wrangler

All that and more on this edition of the Cruise Control Pod cast.

http://www.cruisecontrolradio.com/ for more information. Find out how to listen live on Saturday May 24th, 2008 from 10AM to12 Noon. Call in 1 877 977 6100

Thursday, May 15, 2008

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:PICKUP DEALS, PUMP PROBLEMS and THREE WHEEL TROUBLES

WWW.CRUISECONTROLRADIO.COM On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred and Les Jackson

The price of fuel is up and maybe you wallet is a little slim but could it be a good time to buy a full size pickup truck? You might be surprised.


Are you getting all you paid for at the pump? Turns out maybe not.

We'll tell you how one gas pump component could be coming up short.

Hyundai claims it fuel efficient future with be a 50 / 50 deal

Plus an "At the Wheel" review of the 2008 Dodge Caravan with Swivel and Go.

All that and more on this edition of the Cruise Control Pod cast.

http://www.cruisecontrolradio.com/ for more information. Find out how to listen live on Saturday May 17th, 2008 from 10AM to12 Noon. Call in 1 877 977 6100

Monday, May 12, 2008

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: AUTO INDUSTRY DOWNTURN, COLLISION AVOIDANCE and ROVER CELEBRATE

WWW.CRUISECONTROLRADIO.COM On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred and Les Jackson

The auto industry is in turmoil with gloom and doom breaking out everywhere thanks to high gas prices and a sour economy but there are some bright spots. We'll take a look at who is doing well in these tough times.

Could collisions become only a memory? We'll delve into some new technologies you will be seeing in the near future.

What works and What doesn't.

And Land Rover celebrates a big anniversary. Lets ride back into the past of this famous manufacturer.

Plus an "At the Wheel" review of the Dodge Journey crossover

All that and more on this edition of the Cruise Control Pod cast.

http://www.cruisecontrolradio.com/ for more information. Find out how to listen live on Saturday May 17th, 2008 from 10AM to12 Noon. Call in 1 877 977 6100

Wednesday, May 07, 2008

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:HIGH MPG PORSCHE'S,CAT NAPPING and GT-R BURNS THE RING

WWW.CRUISECONTROLRADIO.COM On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred and Les Jackson

You already know about the new Federal fuel mileage requirements that that are on the way. But did you know that they may require Porsche's to get better MPG than Toyota's.

And could Paper Sludge put power in your tank? GM thinks so.

Don't look now but an important part of your exhaust system may have been ripped off.. Catalytic Converters are being stolen everyday thanks to their precious metals We'll tell you
how to protect yours and Cat Clamp it.

Plus the Nissan GT-R burns up Germany's Nurburg Ring.


All that and more on this edition of the Cruise Control Pod cast.

http://www.cruisecontrolradio.com/ for more information. Find out how to listen live on Saturday May 10th, 2008 from 10AM to12 Noon. Call in 1 877 977 6100

Sunday, May 04, 2008

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:GAS TAX HOCUS POCUS and FUN AND INEXPENSIVE RIDES

WWW.CRUISECONTROLRADIO.COM On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred and Les Jackson

Some politicians in Washington think they have a bright idea on how to save pain at the pump Well we'll take a close look at this plan.

We ask what subcompacts sales have gone through the roof in the last few weeks and We'll take a look at the new high MPG version of the Chevy Cobalt.

Jack Nerad Kelly Blue Book's executive editorial director will join us with the results of several recent studies about affordable inexpensive cars and the most popular family vehicles.

And the 540 horsepower Shelby GT500 KR gets a price!

All that and more on this edition of the Cruise Control Pod cast.

http://www.cruisecontrolradio.com/ for more information. Find out how to listen live on Saturday May 10th, 2008 from 10AM to12 Noon. Call in 1 877 977 6100