#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.

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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

#Silverado #Chevrolet #pickuptrucks

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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#AutomotiveNews #TruckNews #CarIndustry

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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