Thursday, February 25, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: NEW EDGE, CRYING CHRYSLER'S and KIA RAY

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

Ford reveals its shaped up Edge with plenty of tech and three choices for fuel efficient power. And Silverado gets more Durmax power and a strengthened spine.

It will Make grown men and women cry: That what Chrysler's chief design officer Ralph Gilles says will happen when you cast your eyes on the new Chrysler 300 sedan. But you might tear up when you see one of their Furious Fuchsia Challengers.

Kia shows its Ray plug in hybrid and the Shelby pumps the power and and cuts the pounds.

And are overweight drivers more likely to survive a car crash?

All that an "At the wheel" review of the 2010 GMC Acadia cross over and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control.












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Tuesday, February 23, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: FORD SET THE PACE, HYBRID FERRARI and CARS FOR A GRAND

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

Its been quite a while since a Ford paced the field at Daytona but that all changed recently. Jamie Allison Ford's new director of North American Motor sports will stop by to tell us what is has in store for Ford fans.
Lawsuits are jamming up the in box at Toyota.. But one is a bit unexpected. Plus could a faulty Toyota part get one driver out of jail?

And Hybrid Ferrari's and Porsche's.. Green just got alot faster.

Grand Cars? Well actually actually its a website selling cars that cost a thousand dollars or less.We'll take a look at some of those deals deals deals.


All that "At the wheel" reviews and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control.












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Thursday, February 11, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: GOLDBERG BULLRUN, GREEN POLICE TDI and SOLAR HYDROGEN POWER

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

The next season of Bull Run on Speed is set to go.. Once again Bill Goldberg is hosting and he is our guest this hour. Super Kia, Super Audi and Super Hyundai.. Manufacturers laid down serious cash to show what they had.

And first she dressed like Marilyn now she got a role on CSI.. Danica's ever expanding career.

Talking Tech: Honda makes hydrogen from the sun at home and Volvo shrinks an engine an gets more power.

Plus a Camaro redesign already? and The Z's 40th edition..

All that "At the wheel" reviews and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control.












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Tuesday, February 09, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:TOYOTA HURT LOCKER , THE NEW NUMBER ONE and HYUNDAI TUCSCON

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

Toyota's hurt locker continues to fill up dramatically. Reports of a repair parts shortage, lawsuits, a new problem with the Prius and a potential huge Federal fine.

Plus bad information from a Government official reeked havoc at Toyota dealers this week.

Which manufacturer has its sites set on being number one if Toyota vacates that position.

At the wheel First Drive: We get behind the wheel of the brand new Hyundai Tucson.

And Talking tech: Could the body of your next vehicle also power its motor?

All that "At the wheel" reviews and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control.












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Monday, February 08, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:EXPLORER INVESTMENT, AUTO FINDER and NEW PERFORMANCE BRANDS

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

Ford invests big in US manufacturing for its next Explorer.

Blood in the Water : Some manufacturers come up with deal to woo shaken Toyota customers.
Saving Face: Have you ever misplaced your vehicle in a parking lot or garage?

Jim Berntsen of Finder technologies will stop over to demo a brand new product that can help.


Talking Tech: Honda makes hydrogen from the sun at home and Volvo shrinks an engine an gets more power.

Plus VW and Toyota ready up new performance brands.

All that "At the wheel" reviews and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control.












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Sunday, February 07, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:TOYOTA TURMOIL, SPYKER DEAL and GM BIG GUY

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

Toyota's Turmoil continues Over two million additional vehicles recalled.
A production shutdown of eight popular models. Dealers unable to sell recalled cars and auto analysts predicting permanent dents in consumers idea of Toyota quality. Whats causing the unintended acceleration and how is it being fixed? We will have full extensive coverage.

And yes there was plenty of other automotive news GM makes it permanent.

Ed Whitacre is their new CEO and he has set some big goals.



Plus Spyker and Saab make it a done deal. But Will the super car manufacturer be able to go main stream?

And expensive China Plates.. No we are not talking about dinner settings

All that an "At the wheel" review of the 2010 Cheverolet Equinox AWD and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control.












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Thursday, February 04, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:LEXUS LFA UPCLOSE, AMG A CLASS and MUSTANG AT DAYTONA

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

More Money Needed? One study say consumers believe GM will have to take another sip from the bailout well.
We get a close up look at the rare Lexus LFA super car.

AMG might be getting ready to hot rod the A and B class but this time its going to take plenty of engineering.

Spoiler Alert!! One part of of NASCAR car of tomorrow goes back to the past and Mustang gets set to fly the flag at Daytona.

Plus Living with Robots and perhaps the most inexpensive form of racing.

All that an "At the wheel" review of the 2010 Toyota Four Runner and a whole lot more when we get rolling on this weeks Cruise Control.










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CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:BIG TRUCK LOVE,TOYOTA THROTTLED and NEW MODELS and PRICING

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

GM may have stopped building Hummers, but it looks like America's love of big trucks Is still just that BIG. One plant goes into over time to keep up with the demand.

TOYOTA's problem with pedals continues and grows. Whats the solution and what do you do if your vehicle throttle sticks open? Edmunds' AutoObserver.com Senior Editor Bill Visnic will be our guest.

Plenty of new model and pricing information from Buick , Mini and BMW and Mazda

And has a politicians pickup truck helped boost sales of one struggling model?

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











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CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: HONDA CHALLENGE, CTS V COUPE and BEET JUICE

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

The CEO of HONDA issues a challenge to his engineers .

VW shows a 45 MPG sporty hybrid, they say appeals to your head and heart.

Seems like Cadillac has a new model premiering every week lately and more are in the pipeline.

Get ready cause we are going to take a fast five hundred and fifty six horsepower ride in the 2011 CTS V coupe with Chief Engineer Dave Leone.

Plus Beet juice on the highway and one man's strange way of "Paying it forward"

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











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Thursday, January 21, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: FOCUS ON FOCUS, NISSAN JUKED and G8 EL CAMINO RETURN?

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


Nissan Jukes around and reveals its 2010 plans with seven brand new models, two of them will cost less the ten thousand dollars.


Ford rolls out the Global 2011 Focus. The Blue oval folks claim its small without the sacrifice.

Chantel Lenard Group Marketing Manager for Focus will explain.

Could a GM model that was canceled before it was built actually return to the line up?

And BMW puts the breaks on a roller coaster, A classic with bullet holes hits the blocks and a hacked billboard leads to a traffic jam..We'll explain.

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











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Wednesday, January 13, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:MICRO CARS MULTIPLY, CES AUTO TECH, BUICK GS

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

Micro cars heating up: New models from GM , The NANO and THINK headed to the US and big changes at SMART. Will American drivers warm up to these minuscule high milers?
The big picture: Is the US falling out of love with the automobile? One group says yes.

The story of two Audi Ads : One approved; the other definately not approved.

Plenty of Tech to talk about this week in Las Vegas . The Consumer Electronics Show revealed the latest automotive tech trends. Out guest Paul Hochman will take us on a tour of the floor.

Plus the Buick GS show car , Cameras fall out of favor and Expensive Speed.

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











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Tuesday, January 12, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: DETROIT BUZZ, MORE SAAB BIDS and CHRYSLER DRIVETRAIN DETAILS

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

There is already plenty of buzz coming from the Detroit auto show the info is leaking like the roof of the van and we will bring you up to date.

Winding down and more bids.. Could SAAB be the brand that refuses to die. A super car builder, a former F1 Honcho and "A Born from Jets" executive are all bidding even while GM starts slicing up SAAB.

Ford and Chrysler drop some future drive train details. And did Chevy send a signal about the next engine for the Vette?

Talking Tech : The pedals are shaking.. But its a good thing.

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











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Monday, January 11, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: PONTIAC FIRE SALE, GM BITING APPLE and MAINSTREAM JETSON

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

Cruise Control Radio is ready to cover everything automotive this year so buckle up.

Fire Sale: Its deal time on remaining Pontiacs and Saturns.. Would you buy one?
Will GM take a bite out of APPLE for a new CEO?

Meet George Jetson!! Will flying cars go mainstream in 2010?

Tyrant Motors: A South American leader is making big demands on auto makers.

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











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Sunday, January 10, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST:BAD NEWS FOR BIO, SAAB NOT OVER and TAURUS SHO

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

GET OUT ON THE HIGHWAY! : The Cruise Control Van rolls out on the hunt for the latest automotive stories.

The SAAB saga continues. Possible last minute deals, 2010 limited production and a fan rally.. I guess its not over until the Swedish lady sings.

Bad year for BIO FUEL. Seems like with the greening of the US 2009 would have better for Bio Fuel industry.

Plus you told us you enjoy our top ten list stories so we will run down some more for you.

And on the in car entertainment front Kia gets its own sync and Ford gets ready to play tag.

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


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










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Wednesday, January 06, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: WORST RIDES EVER , SMALL DISPLACEMENT and THE LAST BIG BLOCK

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

What were the worst cars and trucks of the decade? We'll take a look at these forgettable rides. And take your calls for some your favorites or less than favorites.

Small engines are going to be a big story in 2010. But it looks like the Fiat 500may have that market locked up already.

And what Fiat models will be shown at Chrysler's booth during the Detroit Auto Show.

And bankruptcies and disappearing brands have some customers avoiding GM and CHRYSLER. But the General has a plan to get customers back in the showrooms.

Plus the last big block , The Buick GS and the CTS V Coupe

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










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Tuesday, January 05, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: CHROME FOR ALL, FORDS NEW NICKLE and LED PROBLEMS

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

Could a strip of chrome trim be the key to more sales at GM ? One executive thinks so.


Breaking News : Fords new 5.0 liter V8 new details and we are sharing them.

Chrysler gets set to make some FIRE in a US factory.

TALKING TECH: No more cheap interiors at Ford thanks to Ruth. who is she, well lets just say she's just a bit robotic.

Plus Why are LED traffic lights causing problems?, Camaro heads to the brickyard and Jay Leno latest project that does not involve a small engine.


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










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Monday, January 04, 2010

CRUISE CONTROL PODCAST: HYBRID GT-R?, FUTURE MAZDA RX-7 and THE BIG ONES

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

What were the biggest Car related stories of 2009.. Well there is not shortage. We will run down some of the biggest.

One Last Hope fades away. A 12th hour bid for SAAB looks to have come to an end or has it?

TALKING TECH: One Manufacturer puts and end to Morse coders.


Plus GTR Hybrid , A 2012 Mazda RX7 and the Indian Mountain goat case

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











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