CRUISE CONTROL MOTORING

#BMW3Series #AutoNews #CruiseControlMotoring

The all-new BMW 3 Series leads this week’s podcast —with two powertrains and a big question: gas or electric? The i3 50 xDrive makes 463 horsepower, with BMW estimating a preliminary range of 446–468 miles. The gas-powered M350 xDrive makes 437 horsepower and reaches 60 mph in a BMW-claimed 3.9 seconds. We dig into the specs, technology, pricing, and BMW’s new Drift Moment feature.

Diesel averaged $6.38 a gallon for the week of September 28 as the White House considered a proposed 90-day export restriction. We also look at new fuel economy rules, vehicle classifications, Tesla Model Y delivery waits, and Kia’s 2027 K4, which starts at $22,390 before destination.

Plus: the all-new Volkswagen ID. Tiguan and 2027 Atlas, Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk, Honda’s hybrid plans, the 2027 Chevy Bolt production outlook, a California Highway Patrol Camaro, Aston Martin DBX GT, Chinese vehicles and Waymo’s robotaxi fleet, Ford’s two-tone F-150, Subaru anniversary editions, two-door vehicle sales, and a manual-style shifter conversion for dual-clutch cars.

Join Fred Staab and Les Jackson for the latest automotive news, new models, technology, and industry talk. Subscribe and tell us which BMW 3 Series you’d choose.

Chapters

00:00 Show Opening and Headlines
03:57 All-New BMW 3 Series
18:45 Diesel Prices and Possible Export Restriction
21:14 New Fuel Economy Rules
25:32 Emissions Rollback and SUV Classification
29:45 Tesla Model Y Delivery Waits
32:22 2027 Kia K4 Pricing
36:08 All-New Volkswagen ID. Tiguan
38:45 2027 Volkswagen Atlas Profit Challenge
43:01 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk
47:00 Honda’s Hybrid Plans
50:15 2027 Chevrolet Bolt Production Outlook
55:47 California Highway Patrol Camaro
01:00:43 Aston Martin DBX GT
01:06:11 Chinese Cars and Waymo’s Robotaxi Fleet
01:11:14 2027 Ford F-150 Two-Tone Package
01:14:31 Subaru WRX and BRZ Anniversary Editions
01:17:06 Why Two-Door Models Are Losing Ground
01:23:30 Quick Shift Dual-Clutch Conversion
01:27:04 Closing

#BMWi3 #M350 #DieselPrices #KiaK4 #VWIDTiguan #JeepCherokee #FordF150 #SubaruWRX #ElectricVehicles #CarNews

The next-generation GMC Sierra is here with TWO new V8 engines, a stronger Duramax turbo-diesel and more than 900 miles of projected diesel highway range! Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down the new Sierra, plus the biggest automotive news of the week on Cruise Control Motoring.

We dig into the next-gen GMC Sierra lineup, including its new V8 powertrains, diesel upgrades, AT4 off-road models, redesigned interior, Super Cruise with trailering capability and the technology coming to GMC's latest full-size pickup.

PLUS: Nissan introduces the all-new 2027 Rogue Hybrid with a very different approach to electrification. Its gasoline engine generates electricity while electric motors drive the wheels — giving drivers EV-like performance without plugging in. Could extended-range electric vehicles become the next big thing?

Also on the show:

• Nissan patents a Frontier pickup midgate that could dramatically increase usable bed length
• Nissan moves away from piano-black trim and excessive chrome
• 2027 Kia K5 pricing and trims
• 2027 Subaru Forester pricing and the first Forester Wilderness Hybrid
• Fisker Ocean prices collapse — but is a bargain used Ocean worth the risk?
• A Tesla Cybercab is spotted on the road
• The U.S. auto industry pushes back on Chinese automakers potentially building vehicles in America
• Why the China-built Lincoln Nautilus faces major tariff and depreciation challenges
• Hyundai reveals new technology for the next-generation Tucson
• A new company plans a simple gasoline-powered pickup targeting a price below $22,000
• And an unusual insurance story involving a modified Ford Focus

Cruise Control Motoring is your on-air automotive magazine covering new cars, trucks, SUVs, EVs, hybrids, automotive technology, industry news and the stories car enthusiasts and shoppers need to know.

Chapters
00:00:00 CRUISE CONTROL MOTORING
00:03:11 NEXT-GEN GMC SIERRA: NEW V8s, DIESEL & 900+ MILE RANGE
00:14:07 GMC SIERRA AT4 & OFF-ROAD MODELS
00:16:52 ALL-NEW SIERRA INTERIOR & TECHNOLOGY
00:19:01 GMC SUPER CRUISE WITH TRAILERING
00:23:38 2027 NISSAN ROGUE HYBRID: EV DRIVING WITHOUT PLUGGING IN
00:34:59 NISSAN FRONTIER MIDGATE PATENT
00:37:49 NISSAN DITCHES PIANO BLACK & EXCESSIVE CHROME
00:39:35 2027 KIA K5 PRICING & TRIMS
00:43:28 2027 SUBARU FORESTER & WILDERNESS HYBRID PRICING
00:46:48 $69K FISKER OCEAN NOW SELLING FOR $15,800?
00:49:46 TESLA CYBERCAB SPOTTED ON THE ROAD
00:51:15 AUTO INDUSTRY PUSHES BACK ON CHINESE CARS IN AMERICA
00:56:14 CHINA-BUILT LINCOLN NAUTILUS: TARIFFS, PRICE & DEPRECIATION
01:00:34 TALK & TECH: NEXT-GEN HYUNDAI TUCSON
01:03:56 NEW SUB-$22K GAS-POWERED PICKUP TRUCK
01:08:33 CAR INSURANCE: PAPER CARD OR PHONE?
01:09:28 DRIVER TRIES TO BUY INSURANCE AFTER POLICE STOP
01:12:31 LOUD EXHAUSTS & POPS — GOOD OR BAD?
01:13:24 CRUISE CONTROL MOTORING WRAP-UP

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#FordF150 #Ram1500 #ChevroletSilverado

The 2027 Ford F-150 is fighting to protect its pickup-truck sales crown as the Ram HEMI returns and an all-new Chevrolet Silverado approaches. Ford’s answer includes a larger standard engine, wider V8 availability, a less expensive F-150 Raptor, BlueCruise hands-free towing and a new Carhartt special edition.

Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down Ford’s strategy and ask whether these changes are enough to keep the F-150 ahead of Ram and Chevrolet.

The new 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 becomes the F-150’s base engine with 325 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque. The naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8, producing 400 horsepower and 410 pound-feet, becomes available across more of the lineup. Ford is also expanding BlueCruise with hands-free trailer towing and offering buyers a more affordable route into the high-performance Raptor.

ALSO IN THIS EDITION OF CRUISE CONTROL MOTORING:

• HONDA REVEALS HOW IT PLANS TO AVOID TOYOTA’S ENGINE-FAILURE CRISIS
• THE 2026 FORD BRONCO RECEIVES ITS NINTH RECALL
• MERCEDES-AMG CREATES A 637-HORSEPOWER CLE 646 SPEZIALANFERTIGUNG
• VOLKSWAGEN’S EV PROTOTYPE COVERS 794 MILES WITH ONE CHARGING STOP
• MINI INTRODUCES THE BLACK-AND-ORANGE 1998 GT EDITION
• 90% OF SUBARU BRZ BUYERS CHOOSE THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION
• A USED-CAR DEALER ADMITS IMPORTING COUNTERFEIT HONDA AIRBAGS
• JEEP REVIVES ITS CIVILIAN HERITAGE WITH THE 2027 WRANGLER JL-2A
• THE 2027 LEXUS GX COMBINES LUXURY WITH SERIOUS OFF-ROAD CAPABILITY
• A FULLY OPTIONED 2027 CADILLAC ESCALADE APPROACHES $200,000
• VOLVO PLUG-IN HYBRIDS REACH MORE THAN 70 MILES OF ELECTRIC RANGE
• HYBRID SALES SURGE WHILE GENERAL MOTORS PLAYS CATCH-UP
• ONE DEVELOPER MAPS ALL 2,199 MILES OF ROUTE 66
• A 25-YEAR-OLD OWNS EVERY 2007 CHRYSLER MODEL IN THE SAME BLUE
• ONE OWNER KEEPS HIS 1957 CORVETTE FOR A RECORD-BREAKING 69 YEARS

Join veteran automotive journalists Fred Staab and Les Jackson for the latest automotive news, new-car reveals, recalls, vehicle technology, industry analysis and the stories affecting car buyers and enthusiasts.

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Which truck would you choose: the 2027 Ford F-150, Ram 1500 HEMI or the upcoming Chevrolet Silverado?

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Chapters
00:00 TODAY’S BIGGEST AUTOMOTIVE STORIES
04:03 2027 FORD F-150 FIGHTS RAM HEMI AND NEW SILVERADO
20:48 HONDA PLANS TO AVOID TOYOTA’S ENGINE-FAILURE CRISIS
25:42 2026 FORD BRONCO HIT WITH ITS NINTH RECALL
30:03 637-HP MERCEDES-AMG CLE 646 SPEZIALANFERTIGUNG
36:11 VOLKSWAGEN EV PROTOTYPE COVERS 794 MILES
41:07 MINI REVIVES ITS LEGACY WITH THE 1998 GT EDITION
44:21 90% OF SUBARU BRZ BUYERS CHOOSE A MANUAL
52:03 DEALER ADMITS IMPORTING COUNTERFEIT HONDA AIRBAGS
54:41 2027 JEEP WRANGLER JL-2A REVIVES A CIVILIAN LEGEND
58:07 2027 LEXUS GX BRINGS LUXURY OFF-ROAD
01:00:56 2027 CADILLAC ESCALADE APPROACHES $200,000
01:03:53 VOLVO PLUG-IN HYBRIDS TOP 70 ELECTRIC MILES
01:05:14 HYBRID SALES SURGE AS GM PLAYS CATCH-UP
01:08:46 ALL 2,199 MILES OF ROUTE 66 MAPPED
01:11:42 EVERY 2007 CHRYSLER MODEL IN THE SAME BLUE
01:13:56 ONE OWNER KEEPS HIS CORVETTE FOR 69 YEARS

#2027FordF150 #F150 #FordTrucks #FordRaptor #F150Raptor #FordV8 #V8Truck #BlueCruise #HandsFreeTowing #Carhartt #RamHEMI #HEMI #RamTrucks #ChevySilverado #Silverado #PickupTrucks #TruckNews #ToyotaEngineRecall #HondaReliability #FordBroncoRecall #MercedesAMG #VolkswagenEV #MINI1998GT #SubaruBRZ #ManualTransmission #JeepWrangler #LexusGX #CadillacEscalade #VolvoHybrid #Route66 #Corvette #AutomotiveNews #CarNews #CruiseControlMotoring

#HondaPassport #JeepWrangler #AutomotiveNews

The 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport is taking direct aim at the Jeep Wrangler with nearly 9.7 inches of ground clearance, major suspension upgrades and serious factory-engineered off-road capability. Is Honda finally ready to challenge Jeep?

Fred Staab and Les Jackson also reveal which cars, trucks, SUVs and hybrids have the best chance of reaching 250,000 miles. Toyota and Lexus dominate the new longevity study—but several surprising vehicles also make the list.

Plus, are sedans making a comeback? Sales are climbing for the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Kia K5, Volkswagen Jetta and Mazda3 as buyers search for affordable, fuel-efficient alternatives to expensive SUVs.

Also in this edition of Cruise Control Motoring:

• The new BMW 3 Series finishes high-performance testing

• Volkswagen ID. Polo demand takes off

• Ford Maverick crushes Hyundai Santa Cruz sales

• Washington questions Ford’s ties to Chinese manufacturing

• GM CEO Mary Barra discusses what went wrong with electric vehicles

• Hyundai and Kia close the gap with German luxury brands

• New Kia Niro Hybrid pricing and features

• Why drivers are rejecting unnecessary automotive technology

• Ram ranks last for innovation—and its buyers don’t care

• Range Rover shrinks its screens but doesn’t restore the buttons

• New Kia model names appear in trademark filings

• AAA finds headlight glare is getting worse

• A turbocharged engine that can keep running underwater

Join veteran automotive journalists Fred Staab and Les Jackson for automotive news, new-car reveals, industry analysis, vehicle technology and the stories affecting car buyers and enthusiasts.

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What would you choose for off-road adventures: the Honda Passport TrailSport or Jeep Wrangler?

Chapters

00:00:00 Honda vs Jeep, 250K-mile cars and today’s top stories

00:03:02 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport targets Jeep Wrangler

00:09:13 Cars most likely to reach 250,000 miles

00:15:44 New BMW 3 Series completes summer testing

00:18:21 Are sedans finally making a comeback?

00:25:53 Volkswagen ID. Polo attracts huge demand

00:30:33 Ford Maverick crushes Hyundai Santa Cruz sales

00:32:28 Washington questions Ford’s China connections

00:36:16 GM CEO Mary Barra explains the EV miscalculation

00:43:14 Hyundai and Kia close the luxury-brand gap

00:45:45 2027 Kia Niro Hybrid pricing and updates

00:50:34 Are automakers giving us too much technology?

00:54:36 Ram ranks last for innovation—and buyers don’t care

00:56:15 Range Rover shrinks its screens but skips the buttons

01:01:27 Kia’s mysterious new model names

01:04:30 AAA says headlight glare is getting worse

01:09:07 New turbo engine can run underwater

01:13:54 Closing thoughts

#HondaPassportTrailSport #HondaPassport2027 #Jeep #Wrangler #JeepWrangler #TrailSport #OffRoadSUV #ToyotaReliability #250000Miles #ReliableCars #SedanComeback #ToyotaCamry #HondaAccord #FordMaverick #KiaNiro #VolkswagenIDPolo #BMW3Series #AutomotiveTechnology #CarNews #NewCars #CruiseControlMotoring

#GenesisGV90 #Hyundai #AutomotiveNews

Genesis is going BIG with its new 657-horsepower GV90 flagship electric SUV, complete with coach doors, a massive 123.5-kWh battery, ultra-luxury seating and some fascinating new safety technology. But that's just the beginning.

Hyundai says new battery technology could cut EV battery costs by 30%, speed charging by 40% and extend battery life by 20%. Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down what that could mean for future EVs.

Plus, the average new vehicle transaction price is now just $145 shy of $50,000. Ford is responding with some serious price cuts on the 2027 Maverick — while the Lincoln Corsair is headed dramatically in the other direction.

Also on this edition of Cruise Control Motoring:

• Porsche builds a factory race car you can buy — for about $275,000

• 2027 Kia Sportage pricing

• Ford cuts Maverick prices by as much as $4,270

• Lincoln Corsair gets hit with a major price increase

• Ram finally gives the Power Wagon a Cummins diesel — just as diesel prices soar

• NHTSA expands its GM/Honda electronic brake-system investigation to more than 1.16 million vehicles

• U.S./Canada auto tariffs could reach 50%

• Jeep introduces another special-edition Wrangler

• BMW says younger buyers are helping kill physical dashboard buttons

• Is the Toyota Tacoma becoming America's last manual-transmission pickup?

• The future of manual transmissions and simulated shifting • Polestar faces a major U.S. sales problem

• And a rare Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat goes to the dealership for routine service — and allegedly comes back wrecked.

Join Fred Staab and Les Jackson for automotive news, new vehicles, industry analysis and plenty of opinions on Cruise Control Motoring. Subscribe and join us every week.

Chapters

00:00:00 Cruise Control Motoring

00:01:00 Hyundai's EV Battery Breakthrough

00:08:06 Genesis GV90: 657 HP Luxury Flagship

00:15:18 Porsche's $275,000 Factory Race Car

00:18:42 2027 Kia Sportage Pricing 00:22:55 Average New-Car Price Nears $50,000

00:31:25 Ford Starts Cutting Prices

00:31:56 2027 Maverick Gets Big Price Cuts

00:36:28 Lincoln Corsair Price Jumps $7,300

00:39:34 Ram Power Wagon Finally Gets Cummins Diesel

00:41:48 GM/Honda Brake Investigation Expands

00:46:12 U.S.-Canada Auto Tariffs Could Hit 50%

00:50:01 Jeep Wrangler Smoky Mountain Edition

00:55:21 BMW Blames Younger Buyers for Killing Buttons

01:02:44 America's Last Manual-Transmission Pickup?

01:07:35 Are Manual Transmissions Really Dying?

01:12:35 Polestar Faces U.S. Sales Ban

01:19:31 Hellcat Goes in for Service — Comes Back Wrecked

01:26:15 Closing — See You Down the Road

#Genesis #GV90 #ElectricVehicles #EVNews #FordMaverick #Porsche911 #RamPowerWagon #BMW #ToyotaTacoma #CarNews #NewCars #CruiseControlMotoring

#FordMustang #FordBronco #automotivenews

Ford may be preparing two HUGE additions to its lineup: a four-door Mustang and a Ford Bronco pickup aimed directly at the Jeep Gladiator. We break down what Ford dealers are reportedly being shown and what these new models could mean for Mustang, Bronco and Ford’s future lineup.

Plus, Chevrolet’s new 721-horsepower Corvette Grand Sport X is rolling off the production line, Kia reveals pricing for the affordable EV3 with up to 321 miles of range, and Lucid turns the three-row Gravity into a 1,070-horsepower Gravity GT-S.

We also dig into Audi’s fight to save its legendary five-cylinder engine, including the possibility of putting it into the Volkswagen Golf R, Chrysler’s plans for two vehicles priced below $30,000, the latest Mercedes-Benz C-Class technology, the 600-horsepower Dodge Charger Super Bee Launch Edition, Gordon Murray’s screaming 12,100-rpm V12 supercar and a new hydrogen land-speed record.

And Toyota has one of the strangest — and smartest — recall diagnostic procedures we’ve seen: technicians are literally using a plastic hammer to help determine whether recalled Toyota Tundra V6 engines need replacement. We explain how Toyota’s V35A Crank Bearing Inspection actually works.

IN THIS EPISODE: 2027 Corvette Grand Sport X • Kia EV3 • Lucid Gravity GT-S • BMW recalls • BMW M engines • Audi five-cylinder • VW Golf R • Ford F-150 Raptor • Ford Bronco pickup • Lincoln Bronco-based SUV • four-door Ford Mustang • Chrysler Pacifica concepts • Chrysler Airflow/Aero plans • Mercedes-Benz C-Class • Gordon Murray S1 LM • Dodge Charger Super Bee • Jaguar Land Rover production • hydrogen land-speed record • Toyota Tundra engine recall

CHAPTERS

00:00 Cruise Control Motoring — This Week’s Automotive News

03:48 721-HP Corvette Grand Sport X Production Begins

08:45 Kia EV3 Pricing + 321 Miles of EV Range

13:26 Lucid Gravity GT-S — 1,070-HP Family SUV

15:54 BMW Recall — The Fix May Involve Adhesive 20:57 BMW’s New Tech Keeps High-Performance Engines Alive

24:16 Audi Fights to Save the Five-Cylinder Engine

25:59 Could a 5-Cylinder Volkswagen Golf R Happen?

29:04 2027 Ford F-150 Raptor Gets a Lower Entry Price

31:06 Ford Bronco Pickup vs. Jeep Gladiator

34:43 A Lincoln Version of the Bronco?

38:54 Ford Dealers See a Four-Door Mustang Prototype

42:00 Could the Four-Door Mustang Become a Police Car?

44:24 Chrysler’s Performance Pacifica Concepts

46:51 Chrysler Plans Two Vehicles Under $30,000 50:01 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Gets Major Technology Upgrade

54:25 Gordon Murray’s New V12 Supercar

59:02 600-HP Dodge Charger Super Bee

62:26 Jaguar Land Rover Could Move Production Closer to U.S.

65:19 Hydrogen Car Sets 406-MPH Land-Speed Record 69:41 Toyota Tundra Engine Problems — The Hammer Test

81:14 Closing — Cruise Control Motoring

#Ford #Mustang #FordMustang #Bronco #FordBronco #BroncoPickup #Corvette #CorvetteGrandSport #ChevroletCorvette #KiaEV3 #Kia #Lucid #LucidGravity #Volkswagen #GolfR #Audi #BMW #DodgeCharger #SuperBee #Toyota #ToyotaTundra #TundraRecall #MercedesBenz #Chrysler #ElectricVehicles #EVNews #CarNews #AutoNews #AutomotiveNews #NewCars #PerformanceCars #MuscleCars #PickupTrucks #CruiseControlMotoring

#FordFathom #ElectricTruck #ford

Ford has revealed the name and starting price for the first vehicle based on its new Universal EV Platform. Fathom is expected to be a small electric pickup roughly the size of a Ford Maverick, with a starting price of $28,350. Ford sees its new affordable EV architecture as a major step toward bringing lower-cost electric vehicles to the mass market.

But that’s just the beginning of this edition of Cruise Control Motoring. Fred Staab and Les Jackson also dig into the growing problem of negative equity, with nearly 3 in 10 trade-ins underwater and some buyers carrying enormous amounts of old debt into their next vehicle. Mercedes admits touchscreens went too far, Ford explains a major July sales decline, and Ferrari’s roughly $600,000 electric model is already attracting buyers.

Plus: hybrids are beating battery EVs in California, Tesla insurance costs get a closer look, the Camaro could return for the 2029 model year, Hyundai’s Venue becomes one of America’s least-expensive new cars, heated seats top a surprising list of must-have features, and GM develops technology that could automatically adjust your mirrors to reduce blind spots. And yes, there’s still plenty of V8 news: Ford expands V8 availability in the F-150 while Ram changes course with the 5.7-liter HEMI.

Cruise Control Motoring — automotive news, new vehicles, technology, pricing and industry analysis with Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

CHAPTERS

00:00:00 Cruise Control Motoring

00:03:41 2027 Ford F-150 Expands V8 Availability

00:10:24 Ram Changes Course on the 5.7L HEMI

00:13:44 Toyota EV Pricing and New Electric Models

#Ford #FordFathom #ElectricTruck #ElectricVehicles #EV #FordMaverick #FordF150 #Ram1500 #HEMI #MercedesBenz #Ferrari #Camaro #ChevroletCamaro

#HyundaiVenue #Tesla #HybridCars #CarNews #AutomotiveNews #CruiseControlMotoring

00:19:07 Ford Fathom: The Under-$30K Electric Pickup

00:26:21 Nearly 3 in 10 Trade-Ins Are Underwater

00:34:16 Mercedes Admits Touchscreens Went Too Far

00:39:03 Ford Explains Its Big July Sales Drop

00:44:49 Ferrari’s $600K Electric Car Sells Out

00:50:29 Hybrids Are Beating EVs in California

00:54:04 Why Teslas Can Cost More to Insure

01:00:19 Camaro Could Return for 2029

01:03:07 Hyundai Venue: America’s Cheapest New Car?

01:04:52 Heated Seats Are a Must-Have Feature

01:08:05 GM’s Automatic Mirror Technology

01:11:31 Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up

#Mercedes #Audi #carnews

Could Mercedes actually be banned from selling vehicles in the United States? This week on Cruise Control Motoring, Fred Staab and Les Jackson explain the legal challenge facing Mercedes-Benz and what it could mean for one of the world's biggest luxury automakers.

We also take a first look at Audi's biggest SUV ever—the all-new SQ9 and discuss why Audi is entering an even larger luxury SUV segment. Plus, Dodge's legendary Super Bee may be making a comeback, pricing is revealed for the powerful Ram Rumble Bee, Genesis unveils a stunning 641-horsepower performance EV, Toyota updates the GR Corolla, we examine the growing gap between new and used vehicle prices, electronic door handle safety concerns, and how new restrictions on Chinese automotive technology could reshape the automotive industry. If you enjoy automotive news, new vehicle reviews, industry analysis, interviews and buying advice, subscribe to Cruise Control Motoring for new videos every week.

FEATURED STORIES

Could Mercedes face a U.S. sales ban?

Audi unveils its biggest SUV ever All-New Audi SQ9

Dodge Super Bee returns. Ram Rumble Bee pricing revealed.

Genesis reveals a 641-horsepower performance EV

Toyota GR Corolla updates

New vs. used vehicle pricing

Electronic door handle safety concerns

Chinese automotive technology restrictions

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:58 Could Mercedes Be Banned From Selling Cars In America?

18:40 Audi Reveals Its Biggest SUV Ever – New SQ9

27:20 New vs. Used Vehicle Prices Continue To Separate

33:45 Chinese Technology Ban Could Reshape The Auto Industry

38:45 Genesis Unveils 641-HP Performance EV

41:33 Dodge Super Bee Returns?

44:05 Ram Rumble Bee Pricing Revealed

49:30 Toyota GR Corolla Gets Even More Extreme

58:30 Electronic Door Handle Safety Concerns

01:07:30 Final Thoughts

01:11:14 End

#MercedesBenz #Audi #AudiSQ9 #SuperBee #RumbleBee #Ram #Mopar #Genesis #GRCorolla #LuxurySUV #ElectricVehicles #AutoNews #Automotive #CruiseControlMotoring

#Cadillac #RangeRover #Toyota

Cadillac is making a surprising shift by bringing gasoline-powered models back into its long-term plans, while Range Rover is preparing an all-new GT that could redefine luxury electric performance.

Toyota also previews the 2027 Tundra Trailhunter, Nissan expands the Z lineup, Volkswagen updates Atlas pricing, and we discuss whether now is the right time to buy a used EV or hybrid.

Join Fred Staab and Les Jackson as they break down the week's biggest automotive stories, explain what they mean for consumers, and separate the hype from the headlines.

Chapters

00:00:00 Introduction

00:09:08 Range Rover GT Revealed | Land Rover's New Electric Grand Tourer

00:09:43 Cadillac Brings Gas-Powered Models Back Into Future Plans

00:20:34 Ford Explains How Racing Builds Stronger, More Durable V8 Engines

00:25:28 Nissan Z NISMO Manual Pricing & Enthusiast Updates

00:49:25 2027 Toyota Tundra Trailhunter | What's New

00:56:24 Volkswagen Atlas Pricing, Features & Value

01:07:23 Is Now the Time to Buy a Used EV?

01:08:52 Toyota & BMW Expand Hydrogen Partnership

01:11:25 Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts

#TundraTrailhunter #RangeRoverGT #CadillacNews #ToyotaTundra #LuxuryCars #ElectricVehicles #CarNews #AutomotiveNews #NewCars #NissanZ #VolkswagenAtlas #OffRoad #PickupTrucks #SUV #Hybrid #EV #CarReviews #CruiseControlMotoring

#Ford #AutoNews #subaru

Ford is facing a proposed lawsuit over tariff-related vehicle pricing, and we break down what it could mean for buyers.

Plus, Subaru has announced pricing for the all-new Trailseeker EV, Toyota is shifting Tacoma production to Texas, Hyundai cuts the price of the Ioniq 5 N,

Nissan prepares to end Altima production, Bronco Sport news, autonomous vehicle developments, an incredible 11,000 RPM V12 hypercar, and much more.

Join Fred Staab and Les Jackson as they cover the biggest automotive headlines of the week on Cruise Control Motoring.

In this episode: Ford tariff refund lawsuit explained Subaru Trailseeker pricing announced Toyota Tacoma production moves to Texas Hyundai Ioniq 5 N gets a price reduction Nissan Altima production winding down Bronco Sport updates Autonomous vehicle news 11,000 RPM V12 hypercar MINI news and more

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Cruise Control Motoring

00:42 Ford Tariff Refund Lawsuit Explained

03:45 Toyota Moves Tacoma Production to Texas

09:05 Subaru Trailseeker Pricing Announced

15:20 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Price Cut

20:05 Fiat Topolino News

25:18 Nissan Altima Production Ending

30:02 Autonomous Vehicles & First Responders 3

6:10 11,000 RPM V12 Hypercar

43:00 MINI News

49:30 Bronco Sport Update

56:20 Viewer Mail & Automotive Discussion

01:10:28 Thanks for Watching

#Ford #MachE #MustangMachE #Subaru #Trailseeker #Toyota #Tacoma #Hyundai #Ioniq5N #BroncoSport #AutoNews #ElectricVehicles #EV #CarNews #CruiseControlMotoring

#Corvette #RamTRX #AutomotiveNews

The automotive world is making headlines this week! Chevrolet's Corvette ZR1X smashes the Pikes Peak Hill Climb record by more than 23 seconds, RAM brings back the supercharged 777-horsepower TRX, and the latest Cars.com American-Made Index reveals the most American-built vehicles for 2026—with some surprising results.

We also cover Porsche's decision to keep the iconic 911 gasoline powered, Toyota's plan to increase RAV4 production, the latest Tundra engine recall controversy, why more buyers are turning to used vehicles, how EV depreciation may create bargains, Volkswagen's ambitious product plans, Honda's Element comeback rumors, Jaguar's biggest launch in decades, BYD's growing threat, GM's changing product strategy, autonomous Nürburgring records, and the growing debate over license plate privacy.

If you love trucks, sports cars, performance vehicles, automotive technology, industry news and new car reviews, you've come to the right place. Subscribe to Cruise Control Motoring with Fred Staab and Les Jackson for weekly automotive news, vehicle reviews, industry analysis, interviews and new car coverage.

#Chevrolet #CorvetteZR1X #PikesPeak #Ram #RamTRX #Carscom #AmericanMade #TruckNews #CarNews #PerformanceCars #SportsCars #Porsche911 #Toyota #RAV4 #Tundra #Volkswagen #HondaElement #Jaguar #BYD #ElectricVehicles #EVNews #UsedCars #CruiseControlMotoring

Chapters 00:00:00 Cruise Control Motoring Introduction

00:00:57 Cars.com Most American-Made Cars Rankings

00:04:30 Corvette ZR1X Breaks Pikes Peak Record

00:09:30 RAM TRX Returns with 777 Horsepower

00:14:30 Porsche Confirms Gas-Powered 911 Future

00:18:30 Toyota Expands RAV4 Production

00:23:00 Toyota Tundra Recall Update

00:27:00 Why More Americans Are Buying Used Cars

00:31:30 EV Depreciation Creates Buying Opportunities

00:36:00 GM Says High Gas Prices Are Changing Buyers

00:41:00 BYD's Growing Threat to Global Automakers

0:46:00 Volkswagen Plans 20 New Vehicles

00:51:00 Jaguar's Biggest Launch in Decades

00:56:00 Honda Element Comeback?

01:01:00 License Plate Cameras & Privacy Debate

01:06:00 First Autonomous Nürburgring Record

01:12:00 Listener Mail & Automotive Discussion

01:18:00 Final Thoughts 01:21:25 End

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Chevrolet has officially revealed the all-new 2027 Silverado and it's making a statement. With new V8 engines, advanced technology, updated styling and major capability upgrades, Chevy says this is the most powerful and advanced Silverado ever built.

On this episode of Cruise Control Motoring, Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down everything you need to know about the new 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and discuss whether Chevy is striking back at Ford, Ram and Toyota in the full-size truck market. Also this week: • BMW confirms the next M3 will be available as both a gasoline-powered performance car and a fully electric model • Porsche updates the Taycan with virtual gear changes and simulated shifting • Genesis impresses at the 24 Hours of Le Mans • Ford tears down engines daily in an effort to improve quality and reduce recalls • Nissan introduces a more affordable Frontier Sport truck • Hyundai continues its sales momentum • Audi focuses on improving interior quality and design If you love pickup trucks, performance cars, automotive technology, new vehicle reviews, industry news, V8 engines, EVs and motorsports, you've come to the right place.

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CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:01 Show Preview

00:05 2027 Chevrolet Silverado Revealed

00:11 Nissan Frontier Sport Pricing & Value

00:18 BMW M3 Gas vs Electric Future

00:25 Genesis Impresses At Le Mans

00:31 Porsche Taycan Gets Virtual Gear Changes

00:37 Audi Focuses On Better Interiors

00:45 Ford Tearing Down Engines To Improve Quality

00:52 Chevy Revives Historic V8 Engine Names

00:58 Hyundai Sales Momentum Continues

01:04 Automotive Industry Roundtable

01:10 Viewer Discussion & Analysis

01:16 Final Thoughts

01:19:40 Cruise Control Motoring Podcast

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Ford dealers are running out of F-150 trucks just as the next truck war is about to heat up—and it could have a major impact on pricing, availability, and the entire auto industry.

On this episode of Cruise Control Motoring, Fred Staab and Les Jackson break down the biggest automotive news stories of the week. From the Ford F-150 shortage and truck market competition, to BMW’s all-new 7 Series packed with next-generation luxury tech, and the latest EV developments from Mercedes, Hyundai, Jeep, and more—this episode covers it all.

We also dive into EV buying trends, performance debates between electric and gas vehicles, and what’s really driving changes in the auto industry. Fred Staab and Les Jackson discuss all the latest automotive news on the Cruise Control Motoring Livestream at 10 AM Eastern every Saturday right here on YouTube. It’s also available on demand on the Cruise Control Motoring Podcast.

Chapters

00:00 Automotive News Livestream – Cruise Control Motoring

00:01 Toyota EV SUV Performance vs GR Supra | Electric vs Gas Debate

00:05 EV Performance vs Driving Feel – Do Electric Cars Feel Fast?

00:09 Ford F-150 Shortage Crisis | Truck Inventory Supply Issues

00:11 F-150 Production Problems & Supply Chain Breakdown

00:12 Truck War Heats Up | Ford vs Chevy Silverado Strategy

00:14 BMW 7 Series 2027 Reveal | New Luxury Tech & Design

00:16 BMW Theater Screen & Interior Tech Deep Dive

00:18 Too Much Tech? BMW vs Mercedes Luxury Debate

00:20 Hyundai Ioniq 3 EV Reveal | Range, Charging & Features

00:22 EV Range & Charging Reality | Real World Driving

00:23 Is Now the Time to Buy an Electric Vehicle?

00:25 Jeep Wagoneer EV Cancelled? Market Shift Explained

00:27 EV Market Uncertainty | Automakers Changing Strategy

00:28 Infiniti QX65 Production Begins | U.S. Manufacturing Shift

00:30 Infiniti Comeback? Future of the Brand 00:31 Mercedes Electric C-Class Reveal | 400+ Mile Range EV 00:33 EV Charging Speed & Range Breakthroughs 00:34 Future of EV Adoption | What Buyers Really Want 00:35 Hyundai Elantra N TCR Edition | Performance Bargain?

00:37 Performance Cars vs Value | What Matters Most

00:39 Nissan Classic Parts Program | Restoring Older Cars

00:41 795 HP Mustang Discussion | Performance Wars

00:43 Robots Building EVs | Future of Auto Manufacturing

00:45 Gen Z & Ferrari Ownership Trends | Changing Car Culture

00:47 Gas Prices & Car Buying Decisions

00:50 Auto Industry Trends & Market Shifts

00:55 Mid-Show Discussion & Industry Commentary

01:00 Future Vehicle Strategy | EV vs Hybrid Debate

01:05 Final Automotive Industry Insights

01:10 Wrap-Up & Closing Thoughts

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#CarNews #AutomotiveNews #BreakingNews

This week on Cruise Control Motoring, the auto industry is facing major shifts as global competition heats up, automakers rethink strategy, and new products reshape the market. Ford CEO Jim Farley issues a stark warning about Chinese automakers and what it could mean for the future of the industry.

Nissan reveals its future with the 2027 Rogue Hybrid and a teaser of the returning Xterra, while Infiniti outlines an aggressive product plan. Volkswagen shifts production strategy toward its best-selling Atlas SUV, signaling changing market demand. We also break down what’s happening with Chinese automakers, pricing pressure in the market, Porsche bringing back classic design elements, Jaguar’s ongoing struggles, and why car colors have become so bland. If you follow automotive news, car industry trends, new vehicle technology, and future product strategy, this episode is packed with insights.

Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Cruise Control Motoring – This Week’s Auto Industry Headlines

00:56 Nissan Future Revealed – 2027 Rogue Hybrid and e-Power Explained

04:00 How Nissan e-Power Works – EV Drive Without Charging

07:45 Xterra Returns – Nissan Teases Off-Road Comeback

10:30 Infiniti Reboot – Five New Models in Five Years

12:30 V6 vs Turbo Debate – Nissan Strategy Explained 16:20 Mitsubishi Incentives – Tennessee Buyer Deals

18:30 Ford CEO Warning – Chinese Cars and Global Competition

22:00 China Auto Market – Growth, Pricing Pressure, and Risks

25:00 Would You Buy a Low Cost New Brand Vehicle? Market Reality

30:00 Volkswagen Strategy Shift – ID.4 Production Changes

31:30 Atlas Expansion – Why SUVs Continue to Dominate

33:30 What VW’s Move Means for the U.S. Market 35:00 Porsche 911 GT3 – Classic Plaid Interior Returns 37:00 Why Most Cars Are Boring Colors Today

40:00 Jaguar Struggles – Brand Facing Uncertain Future

45:00 Auto Industry Trends – Where the Market Is Heading

50:00 Pricing Pressure and Consumer Buying Decisions

55:00 Global Competition and What Comes Next

1:00:00 Final Analysis – Winners and Losers Emerging

1:05:00 Key Takeaways for Car Buyers

1:10:00 Audience Question and Closing Thoughts

1:14:30 Wrap Up and Sign Off

#AutoNews #CarIndustry #NewCarReviews #AutoIndustryNews #SUVNews #TruckNews #FutureOfCars #CarCommunity #AutoTrends #CruiseControlMotoring

#CarNews #EVNews #AutoIndustry The auto industry is shifting fast and this week on Cruise Control Motoring we break down the biggest automotive news stories shaping the future of cars. Fred Staab and Les Jackson analyze the latest electric vehicle trends, hybrid SUVs, new car pricing, and industry shakeups in this week's Cruise Control Motoring Podcast

In this episode: • Kia reveals pricing and details for the new Telluride Hybrid SUV • Dodge and Ram could reunite as a single brand again • Hyundai cuts one of its electric vehicles from the U.S. lineup • Audi reveals the RS5 performance hybrid • Toyota expands its lineup with a new model announcement • The latest developments in the EV market, hybrid vehicles and future automotive technology Cruise Control Motoring covers car news, automotive industry analysis, EV trends, hybrid technology, new vehicle reveals, and performance cars every week.

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00:00 Welcome to Cruise Control Motoring – Automotive News & Industry Updates

00:45 Kia Telluride Hybrid Pricing Revealed – Big Hybrid SUV News

05:00 Telluride Hybrid Specs, Powertrain & Fuel Economy Discussion

10:20 Telluride Hybrid vs Gas Model – What Buyers Should Know

16:00 Dodge and Ram Reuniting? Brand Strategy Debate

21:30 Should Ram Trucks Become Dodge Ram Again?

27:00 Ram Brand History and Truck Market Strategy

33:20 Hyundai Cuts an EV from the U.S. Lineup – EV Market Reality

38:00 Audi RS5 Performance Hybrid Revealed

42:30 Audi Hybrid Performance Technology Explained

46:30 Toyota New Model & Industry EV Strategy Discussion

50:00 Final Thoughts on EVs vs Hybrids in Today’s Market

52:40 Cruise Control Motoring Wrap-Up

#HybridSUV #ElectricVehicles #TellurideHybrid #DodgeRam #AudiRS5 #HyundaiEV #CarIndustry #AutoNews #FutureCars #NewCars #HybridCars #AutomotiveTrends #SUVNews #PerformanceCars #CarTalk

#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

#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

#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

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

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