Wednesday, August 25, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:GM IPO, BUICK REVIVED, NEW DURANGO and BBC TAKES ON STIG

On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

There are two words that GM wishes would disappear forever GOVERNMENT MOTORS!

The General filed for its Initial Stock Offering this week. But the pavement ahead might have a few potholes. James Bell Kelly Blue Book.Com's executive market analyst will give us his view on the situation.

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Two more electrics charge up One tiny vehicle from Kia and another from a new company called Coda. And Michigan lays out its plans for helping out electric car owners.

A couple of years ago Buick was thought of as a "Damaged Brand." Now its the shining light for GM. We'll take a look at how this happened.

And the Durango is reborn, The BBC gets on the Stigs case and Suzuki hits the Salt.

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All that and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control.










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Tuesday, August 24, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: FORD PRICE AND WEIGHT CUT, CORVETTES AT CARLISLE PREVIEW and

On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

Ford cuts the price and the weight of one of its most popular crossovers.
Chevy reworks its marketing team.. It's just another round of its executive
shuffle.

Porsche grows its Boxster for an interesting reason.

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And we are getting ready ! Next week we will be broadcasting from the middle of the sea of fiberglass. Yes its time once again for our two hour Vette special from Corvettes at Carlisle.. Lance Miller will stop by this hour to preview the events including a giant American flag made from 158 Corvettes. Our Cruise Control Radio Special will air Saturday August 28th 10AM Eastern find out how to listen live CLICK HERE

Plus the best cars for dogs and a horrible leaf blower accident!

All that and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control..











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Thursday, August 19, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: NISSAN LEAF, BUGATTI SUPERSPORT and CHAMBER TIRES

On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

Sunday's Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance featured 175 of the most prized collector cars and motorcycles. But there has plenty of other automotive news and reveals including two super cars the Mclaren Mp4-12C and Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Supersport

How will Nissan get Americans excited about their Leaf the affordable 100 percent electric car?
We will get the details from Mark Perry Director Product Planning for Nissan.

Talking Tech: Can a new type of tire that allows negative camber increase fuel mileage and tread life?

And Porsche is scanning the US for the oldest model still out there.

All that, our "At the wheel" reviews of some latest new cars and trucks and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control










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Wednesday, August 18, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: FORDS BOSS 302, BEWARE OF RECALLS and NISSANS JUKE PRICE

On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

Two new Bosses.. One that drives the company and the other you drive.

So your on the market for a used car.. But how do you know if it was previously recalled and if the repairs have been done? We'll talk with Larry Gamache of Carfax live from the Michigan International Speedway.

Plus Infinity bows the brand new G25 and launches a performance line. Nissan's Juke is priced

And it is perhaps the most expensive speeding ticket ever.

All that, our "At the wheel" reviews of some latest new cars and trucks and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control










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Tuesday, August 17, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: CHEVY CRUZE, MORE FORD HEAVY DUTY POWER and THE POOP BUG

On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

SALES SALES SALES the numbers are in for July and some manufactures are very happy and others are depressed.

We get a close up look a Chevy's brand new Cruze compact sedan and talk to Jim Campbell Chevrolet's marketing VP.

This week Ford bumped the power of the 2011 diesel Super Duty pickups.. but don't worry if you already own a 2011 SD diesel the dealers have you covered.

Talking tech : Dung Beetle , Poo Bug , Little Gasser all nicknames that fit a VW bug that runs on human waste... Better keep your AC on Recirc.

Plus Racing Eco boosted a Woody Spark and Proof of a mid engine C7 Corvette??

All that, our "At the wheel" reviews of some latest new cars and trucks and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control










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Monday, August 16, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:HYUNDAI 50 MPG , JEFF GORDON and CLASSICCARS.COM

On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

Its called the Management briefing seminar. Hmm sounds like a stuffy business meeting. But in reality it brings together all of the Top Auto Execs in the business. And there was no shortage of news, big predictions and new model whispers, including Hyundai's 50 MPG goal for its fleet. We'll have all the details.

And we have a one on one interview with NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon who talks about this weekend's Road Course adventure in Watkins Glen , his future crew member and the Whooping cough.

Plus its known as America's Collector Car Market place. We will talk with Roger Falcione who created ClassicCars.Com which helps make automotive dreams a reality.

All that Sunglasses you DON"T want to sit on , a Diesel Fiat that might not have a diesel under its hood..and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control.










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Sunday, August 15, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: ELECTRIC WARS , CHEVY CONQUESTS and SHELBY GT500 DRIVEN

On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

Electric wars.. The Volt and the Leaf square off in a positively electric marketing and warranty duel.

Chevy Conquests : Why there are plenty of new faces at GM dealerships.

TALKING TECH: Making gas or diesel from Sugar? It could happen according to one group. You might be filling up on synthetic fuel.

Plus Recycled Jetta's, Detroit Group Hugs and Expensive boots.

All that an "At the wheel" review of the 2011 Shelby GT500 and trucks and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control..










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Friday, August 13, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: EXPLORING EXPLORER , AMG DOWNSIZED and SUPRA RETURNS?

On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

The reveal of the brand 2011 Ford Explorer was big news for the blue oval folks. We will hear from program manger Julie Levine about this new SUV.

Porsche green lights its uber expensive hybrid while the folks at AMG downsize their performance engines.


Plans Revealed?: Toyota re ups ownership of the SUPRA nameplate.
What do they have planned?

Talking Tech : Will you future ride moisturize your skin??

Plus Recycled Jetta's , Detroit Group Hugs and Expensive boots.

All that,our "At the wheel" reviews of some latest new cars and trucks and a
whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control..










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Monday, August 09, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: VW'S QUEST, MKZ HYBRID and TOLLS or TAXES?

On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

VW'S QUEST to be the number one car manufacturer is going to include hybrids and electrics in the US Market.

How can the same sedan's hybrid model cost the same as it's gas only version? Lincoln's Gregg Scott will explain.

TALKING TECH: Imagine driving from Italy to China at 37 miles per hour... Well maybe your being driven by something other than a driver.

And Tolls or Taxes which do you prefer?

Plus The Oldest NASCAR driver and road kill beer.. Sounds refreshing!

All that, our "At the wheel" reviews of some latest new cars and trucks and a
whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control..










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CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: FIRST DRIVE KIA SPORTAGE, HYBRID SPIES and MERCURY CLOSING COSTS

On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

FIRST DRIVE: Kia calls it a sports car with a backpack.. We get behind the wheel of the brand new 2011 Kia Sportage on the streets of San Francisco

CLOSING COSTS: Ford is looking to save money by killing off is Mercury brand, well it looks like they are going to have to spend big to save.

Talking Tech: Throw that key fob in your sock drawer.

All you need is a your smart phone to operate your GM car.

PLUS: Hybrid spies and Z28 Spy shots.

All that, and an "At the wheel" review of the 2011 Subaru Outback and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control.









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CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: 2011 CHEVY CRUZE FIRST LOOK

On this Cruise Control Video Podcast with Fred Staab

Jim Campbell Vice President of Marketing for Chevrolet talks with Cruise Control's Fred Staab about the 2011 Chevy Cruze.
Campbell discusses the upscale features of the Cruze that are not normally found in a compact sedan and reveals some information about the upcoming Eco edition that will get 40 MPG. And why small displacement engines with turbochargers are the future at GM.

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Friday, August 06, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: JEFF GORDON WATKINS GLEN

On this Cruise Control Video Podcast with Fred Staab

Fred Staab talks one on one with Jeff Gordon as he gets ready for the Heluva Good! NASCAR road race a Watkins Glen.

Jeff talks about how he prepares for a road race and how he hopes to get a win.

That's something that has eluded the team since 2006 when it comes to a road courses.


Gordon also talks about his roles as spokesman to raise awareness of Pertussis or Whooping cough and his soon to be born son.

The event was held in Times Square New York City. You get to see it all shot in HD.

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Tuesday, August 03, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: FORD F150 POWER, FIAT 500 COLLECTOR EDITION and ENGINE INNOVATION

On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

FORD announces the power plant line up for the 2011 F-150. We'll tell you why the folks in the marketing department will be busy.

Toyota teams with Tesla for a new juiced up RAV4 but also dreams of an electric super car

Talking Tech: The internal combustion engine is not dead, but it might be in for a big redesign. Bill Gates ponies up some cash to an innovative engine company.

The Fiat 500 is not available yet in the US but already they are offering a collectors edition to Fiat fans in the USA.

Plus: Caprice puts on its plain clothes, Subaru gets a hot spot and Indy League changes the game for 2012

All that, and " At the wheel" review of the 2010 G37 Coupe and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control.









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Monday, August 02, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: BMW MEGA CITY, CORVETTE ROCKETS and HONDA DIESEL DUMP

On this hour of Cruise Control with Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

Hurricane Alex is had its way with auto factories in Mexico and that's resulting in vehicle shortages plant shut downs and perhaps the delay of one very anticipated model.

Still building Rockets: GM strikes a patriotic note with it first Corvette ad in years and also offers a new option for 2011. You can build your own engine.

Hyundai releases a new R-Spec Genesis.

Talking Tech: The BMW MEGA CITY car is putting the driver and passenger in a cell.

And while Honda announces its dropping its Diesel development one European manufacturer is getting read to intro its Diesel electric 60 MPG plus full size sedan..

All that, our " At the wheel reviews of some latest new cars and trucks and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control.









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