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Cruise Control

Get the latest news and stories from the local and global automotive scene with Ariff Roose, Richard Bradbury and Daniel Fernandez, as they discuss industry trends, technology, road safety, new and used cars, and more! Keep up to date with Cruise Control on Instagram at @bfmcruisecontrol

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44:34

The New Mercedes-Benz C 200 is Extremely Accomplished

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2022/04/13

In this week's show, Ariff and Daniel talks Great Wall Motors' eventual reappearance in Malaysia, Toyota and Lexus' successful March, and a look into why some salespersons might appear to be 'ignoring you' on the showroom floor. In Part 2, the duo talks about yet another controversial new BMW design, a new Honda City Hatchback variant called the V-SENSING, before Daniel commemorates the 20th birthday of the original Volkswagen Golf R32.Finally, in Part 3, it's all about the first impressions on the

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45:15

This Ain't No Land Rover. It's A Range Rover.

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2022/04/06

In this week's show, the trio discusses Hertz's purchase of 65,000 Polestar cars, a report that ranked Malaysia as the 8th most stressful country to drive in, the government's plans to freeze toll prices in the Klang Valley, and the cases of cross-border filling. In Part 2, the trio discusses the possible return of Chinese carmaker Chery, the massive Lotus Eletre and the Toyota GR Corolla.Finally, in Part 3, Daniel managed to get his hands on the new Land Rover Defender, finding it as luxurious as a

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41:09

The Volvo V60 Is Sublime, But Nobody's Buying One

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2022/03/30

In this week's show, we start with a discussion on whether Malaysia should continue to subsidize fuel, before discussing two (wildly different) PHEVs - the first, a Haval H6 plug-in hybrid with a 200km electric range, and the second, the stunning Ferrari 296 GTB. In Part 2, Ariff reports back on his two factory visits: Carsome's brand new automotive refurbishment facility and Porsche's first assembly plant outside of Europe, in Kulim, Kedah.Finally, Daniel discusses the enjoyment he had behind the

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44:40

The All-Electric Volvo XC40 Recharge

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2022/03/23

This week, we (mainly) discuss electric cars as Daniel suggests an opportunity for Skoda to return to Malaysia via their new lineup of global EVs and Ariff investigates Volvo's impressive and all-electric XC40 Recharge. Finally, the trio finds out whether the emergence of new and exciting electric cars in Malaysia will change the way Malaysians see car brands. Will we continue to be badge snobs?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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46:17

The 2009 Mercedes E-Class is Overlooked as a Used Car

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2022/03/16

In this week's show, the trio talks rising tyre prices, Malaysia's first premium automotive carrier, and BMW Group's acquisition of Alpina. After that, they mull over two new small European electric cars in the form of the Mercedes EQA and the Volvo XC40 Electric, and the dilemma that Malaysian electric car buyers have with those two. Finally, in Part 3, it's all about the W212 Mercedes-Benz E-Class as Daniel tells us that for around RM60k, it's probably a bargain in the used car lot. With a

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45:17

What's In The New Camry?

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2022/03/09

This week, the trio kicks off the show by talking about the frequent flooding and the littering that contributes to it. After that, however, they discuss the popularity of station-wagons and why you might consider buying one, in the form of a Volvo V60. In Part 2, they talk about the fabulous-looking, all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5, the Rolls-Royce alter-ego in the Black Badge Ghost, and the last of the Lamborghini Aventador.Finally, in Part 3, Daniel gives us a tour of the facelifted Toyota Camry

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42:35

Did the Honda Prelude Miss the JDM Boat?

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2022/03/02

In this week's show, Ariff discusses the return of Formula One in March, and the launch of Gran Turismo 7 - the most anticipated racing video game in years, and the development of an AI called 'Sophy'. Next, Daniel has some good news for Citroen/DS owners and Motorcycle riders, and then go through the car launches, featuring the Honda Odyssey, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and two new Mercedes-Maybach ultra-luxury cars.Finally, in Part 3, Daniel discusses an interesting late-eighties Honda that's somehow

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42:24

Remember Nissan's Luxury SUV from 2005?

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2022/02/23

In this week's show, the trio discusses Carsome's all-new car refurbishment facility, Honda's Certified Used Car Programme, and how it's changing the Used Car market in Malaysia. After that, they highlight the importance of your tyres and impart some tips on keeping them performing well.In Part 2, they discuss a host of cars featuring the disappearance of Jeep in Malaysia, an RM8.1 million McLaren Elva, the Toyota Voxy, an all-new Volkswagen Golf, and an 'entry-level' Volvo XC90. For our used car

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42:10

The Most Complete Car That Mercedes-Benz Makes Today?

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2022/02/16

In this week's show, Ariff and Daniel discuss the road tax exemption for emission-free vehicles and why it doesn't quite make sense. After that, Daniel talks about a car in Glenmarie that had curiously been burnt to a crisp. In Part 2, they explain the reasons behind the RM108k price tag for the Honda City Hatchback RS e:HEV, and discuss BMW Malaysia's introduction of the facelifted BMW X3 and its new plug-in hybrid variant.Finally, in Part 3, we discuss the all-new Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 AMG Line -

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39:19

The Prices Of Some Used Cars Are Getting Out Of Hand

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2022/02/09

In this week's show, the three catch up on the local news after the Chinese New Year holidays, as Daniel brings us up to speed on Proton's spare parts problems and dismisses rumours of an entry-level Perodua electric car at this time. In Part 2, we look at Ford Malaysia's 'Ford Ranger Getaways Experience', and the Gordon Murray Automotive T.33 sports car. Finally, Daniel tells us about a RM328,000 1998 Honda Civic Type R that was recently listed for sale, and discusses the inflation of certain used

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39:04

Finding Out What Mazda Premium Means

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2022/01/26

In this week's show, the three have updates on RFIDs and Smart Tags, before discussing Peugeot's locally-produced 2008 and the return of Smart cars to Malaysia! In Part 2, Daniel and Richard waffles on about the Ford Capri on its 53rd Birthday, while Ariff also waffles on what Mazda Premium means in the Mazda 3 2.0 Sedan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:58

The Toyota Corolla Cross Is Still A Corolla At Heart

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2022/01/19

In this episode, Ariff discusses the spectacle that was the 2022 24h Le Mans Virtual Race, before the trio discusses station wagons versus SUVs, and the first hoo-haa of the New Year as PLUS Highways had decided to close Touch 'n' Go and Smart Tag lanes in the most inconvenient fashion.After that, they go through the car launches, starting with the prices of the 2022 Honda Civic, BMW's NextGen showcase, (featuring the BMW iX, iX3 and i4), and the Porsche Taycan GTS. Finally, it's the most

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39:49

A Used Mercedes B-Class Is A Bargain For What It Is

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2022/01/12

In this week's show, Ariff and Daniel discusses Sony Mobility (Sony's new car program), and rising prices of Lithium and how it may effect electric cars in 2022.In Part 2, they briefly touch on Melaka's brand new EV assembly plant, and mull over rumours of an Audi CKD program. They also discuss another record breaking year for Volvo, and their launch of the V60 station wagon.Finally, in Part 3, Daniel talks us through a largely forgotten Mercedes-Benz: the first-generation B-Class. At the time, it

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43:50

Why Isn't The Toyota Supra More Popular?

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2022/01/05

The first episode of 2022 starts a little somberly as Daniel and Ariff reflect on the floods, the expiry of the SST tax exemption on cars and why some online car platforms may be holding too many cars. In Part 2, the two discuss the new Toyota Supra and why it isn't flying off the shelves like many thought it would. Finally, in Part 3, Daniel takes the new Myvi facelift for a spin to see whether there's more to the minor visual tweaks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:36

Fawning Over The Honda Civic

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2021/12/15

In this week's show, Ariff gives us a 2021 Year in review of the top news stories that we've covered in the local and global automotive world. Then, the two discuss two new versions of iconic cars - the all-new 11th Generation Honda Civic, and the 7th Generation Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Finally, in Part 3, Daniel takes a closer look at why prices of Used Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles have fallen fairly quickly in recent months.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:46

The Darling of the Dusun

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2021/12/08

In this week's episode, we discuss the PDRM's 80% discount on certain traffic summons, GoCar's GoEV car sharing and subscription plan for the Nissan Leaf EV, and Toyota's Hydrogen-powered GR Yaris. Next, we take a look at the newly launched Honda City Hatchback and the upcoming flagship Hyundai SUV, the Palisade. Finally in Part 3, Daniel takes the new Suzuki Jimny out for a spin to find out whether this back-to-basics, go-anywhere, cutesy SUV is really worth the steep RM168,000 asking price.See

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37:21

Japan's Most Premium Sports Car

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2021/12/01

In the news this week, we make a little public service announcement to remind people to renew your road tax, driver's license or insurance coverage, as the license moratorium expires on 31st December 2021. We also discuss Nissan's target to have 50% of their global sales in 2030 be electrified vehicles, before finishing up on the extremely controversial BMW XM.In Part 2, we go through the local car launches with the family-oriented Kia Carnival, the classy pickup truck in the Mazda BT-50, and the

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40:15

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is A Suburban Family Icon

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2021/11/24

In this week's show, the trio discusses continued calls for cheaper electric cars in Malaysia and the hurdles that Proton and Perodua have to jump, in order to do so. They then mull over a recurring conversation about banning kapchais, before talking about Great Wall Motors' eventual entry into Malaysia. Following that, Ariff talks us through the facelifted Perodua Myviand their new EZMOBi car subscription service, and two new all-electric people carriers from Hyundai and KIA. For our Used Car

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43:59

The 2006 Volkswagen CrossPolo Was Far Ahead of its Time

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2021/11/17

In this week's show, Daniel talks about the new James Bond movie and its unlikely hero car, while Ariff discusses COP26, all-electric pledges and the carbon cost of manufacturing an electric vehicle. In Part 2, the duo discusses the Subaru Solterra, their first-ever electric vehicle, an all-new Toyota Avanza, the facelifted Perodua Myvi, a Honda 'ZR-V' concept, the rugged Mazda CX-50, and the apparent 'blasphemy' that is the 2023 Acura Integra. Finally, in Part 3, Daniel sheds light on a small

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43:59

The 2006 Volkswagen CrossPolo Was Far Ahead of its Time

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2021/11/17

In this week's show, Daniel talks about the new James Bond movie and its unlikely hero car, while Ariff discusses COP26, all-electric pledges and the carbon cost of manufacturing an electric vehicle. In Part 2, the duo discusses the Subaru Solterra, their first-ever electric vehicle, an all-new Toyota Avanza, the facelifted Perodua Myvi, a Honda 'ZR-V' concept, the rugged Mazda CX-50, and the apparent 'blasphemy' that is the 2023 Acura Integra. Finally, in Part 3, Daniel sheds light on a small

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