Chevy Bolt on the Chopping Block, Tesla Cuts Back & BMW’s Surprise Hit

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. 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

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Chevy Bolt on the Chopping Block, Tesla Cuts Back & BMW’s Surprise Hit is an episode from CRUISE CONTROL RADIO by Fred Staab and Les Jackson.

This episode is 57:55 long.

This episode was published on Feb 4, 2026.

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