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Ray brings 43 years of car dealership experience, and Zach (his son), brings the questions. In each episode Ray and Zach discuss aspects of buying a car, how car dealerships work, and more (with a bit of humor every once in a while).

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    • Oct 2, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Auto Insider podcast, hosted by Ray and Zach, is an absolute gem for anyone looking to navigate the world of buying a car. With their wealth of knowledge and expertise, they provide the public with invaluable insights into the car buying process, while also offering tricks and resources to alleviate any anxiety that may come with it. What sets this podcast apart is the perfect blend of informative content and comic relief that Ray and Zach bring to each episode. They have truly mastered the art of keeping their listeners engaged and entertained throughout.

    One of the best aspects of The Auto Insider podcast is the abundance of information it offers. Even if you consider yourself well versed in the car buying process, you will undoubtedly learn something new from these guys. Their episodes are packed with nuggets of wisdom that can be applied to your next car purchase. From understanding dealership tactics to knowing what questions to ask, Ray and Zach cover it all in a fun and relatable format.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is the dynamic between Ray and Zach. Their banter and chemistry add an extra layer of enjoyment to each episode. It's clear that they genuinely enjoy sharing their knowledge and experiences with their listeners, which creates a welcoming atmosphere for anyone tuning in. Whether they're joking around or engaging in deep discussions about the auto industry, their conversations are always a treat to listen to.

    While it's hard to find any negatives about The Auto Insider podcast, one small criticism would be that sometimes the co-host can come across as a little rough around the edges compared to his father's seasoned professionalism. However, this is only a minor issue that does not detract significantly from the overall quality of the show.

    In conclusion, The Auto Insider podcast is an absolute must-listen for anyone interested in purchasing a car or simply wanting to learn more about auto sales and dealership workings. With Ray's 43 years of experience in the industry, paired with Zach's refreshing energy, this podcast offers a wealth of valuable information in an engaging and fun format. Whether you're a car enthusiast or someone who dreads the car buying process, you can't go wrong with tuning in to The Auto Insider podcast.



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    Carvana and CarMax AUTO INDUSTRY DISASTER | Episode 937

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 31:20


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from Carvana and CarMax. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    Wells Fargo & Edmunds Just Rang The Auto Industry ALARM BELL | Episode 936

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 26:26


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from Wells Fargo and Edmunds. Tune in to learn more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    GM and Ford Just Found a MAJOR LOOPHOLE That BREAKS The Car Market | Episode 935

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 34:42


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from Ford and General Motors. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    These Automakers Are Going OUT OF BUSINESS | Episode 934

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 29:39


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from Jaguar and Land Rover. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    The Used Car Market Is In a BUBBLE & It Might Have Just BURST | Episode 933

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 31:03


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest trends in the used car market. Zach makes the case for the used car market bubble finally, possibly, popping. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    CarMax is SOUNDING THE ALARM: Used Car Market RESET | Episode 932

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 33:08


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from CarMax. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    Automakers Are Starting to SHUT DOWN Production | Car Market RESET 2025 | Episode 931

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 34:22


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news of automakers shutting down. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    Carvana Is Selling New Cars Now WTF? | Episode 930

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 30:03


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from Carvana and CDJR. The two companies appear to be working together more and more. Tune in to learn more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    Porsche Pulls the Plug on EVs | Episode 929

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 30:38


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss Porsche's (and other automakers) decision to pull out of developing more EVs. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    Prices Hikes Are HERE | Volkswagen RINGS THE ALARM BELL | Episode 928

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 29:16


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from Volkswagen. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    Nissan WTF??? | Episode 927

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 32:50


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from Nissan. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    AAA Shocks the Auto Industry | Episode 926

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 29:56


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from AAA. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    WAIT 60 DAYS TO BUY A CAR | Episode 925

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 33:22


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the idea of waiting to buy a car to get the best deal. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    Ram, Dodge, Jeep & Chrysler Can't Sell ANYTHING So They Just Made THIS HUGE CHANGE | Episode 924

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 32:51


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from Stellantis. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    Car Dealers Can't Sell Overpriced Cars & The Car Market Is Starting to Crumble! | Episode 923

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 31:10


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news on the auto industry. Tune in to learn more!

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    Automakers & Car Dealers Are Going BANKRUPT As Prices Skyrocket and Customers STOP BUYING | Episode 922

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 29:54


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from various automakers and car dealers. Tune in to learn more.

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    The 10 BEST Car Deals For September 2025 | Episode 921

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 30:16


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the 10 best new car deals right now in September. Tune in to learn more!

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    The UGLY Truth About Ford (SHOCKED The Auto Industry) | Episode 920

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 28:19


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest recall data from Ford. What is going on at Ford? WOW!

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    General Motors (GM) Just SHOCKED The Auto Industry | Episode 919

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 30:29


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from General Motors including Mary Barra's stock sale to destination charges. Tune in to learn more!

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    The Car Market is BROKEN | Episode 918

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 35:17


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news on the auto industry. Tune in to learn more!

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    America REFUSES Electric Vehicles | Automakers PANIC | Episode 917

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 29:42


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news on EVs. Tune in to learn more!

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    Automakers Are Raising Prices Even Though Customers Can't Afford Their Cars | Episode 916

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 34:18


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest information on car prices going up. Tune in to learn more!

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    SLASHING PRODUCTION - Mazda SHOCKS The ENTIRE Car Market! | Episode 915

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 32:56


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest information from Mazda and Nissan. Tune in to learn more!

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    Friday Q&A With Ray & J | Episode 914

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 56:52


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray, Justise, & Mario answer your questions live. Leasing, EVs, state of the industry, get all of your questions answered.

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    Banks SCREWED The Car Market (SCARY DATA) | Episode 913

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 31:28


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data from TransUnion. THIS IS NUTS! Tune in to learn more.

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    BMW and Mercedes-Benz SHOCK the Auto Industry | Episode 912

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 33:49


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest crazy news from Mercedes-Benz and BMW. What is going on!? Tune in to learn more!

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    THIS is the BEST Time to Buy a New or Used Car | Episode 911

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 30:31


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the best time to buy a new or used car. Tune in to learn more!

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    Honda Sends a HUGE SHOCK to The AUTO Industry | Episode 910

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 32:07


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from Honda and NHTSA recalls. Tune in to learn more!

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    CarEdge Live Q&A | Episode 909

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 30:54


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach have a Q&A! Tune in to learn more!

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    Leasing vs Buying a Car: Which is ACTUALLY Cheaper in 2025? | Episode 908

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 40:28


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss if it makes more sense to lease or finance a vehicle in 2025. Tune in to learn more!

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    CAR MARKET CRASH 2025 IS COMING | Episode 907

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 34:45


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data from auto industry executives who say they are concerned about the future of the auto industry. Tune in to learn more!

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    TOYOTA Dealers Have a MAJOR PROBLEM | Episode 906

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 33:00


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data on Toyota inventory and the challenges it is creating. Tune in to learn more.

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    2025 Used Car Market UPDATE | Episode 905

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 30:14


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data on the used car market. Tune in to learn more!

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    Audi, Lincoln, Ram Can't Sell ANYTHING | Big TROUBLE | Episode 904

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 26:26


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest market days supply data. Tune in to learn more!

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    NEVER PAY CASH FOR A CAR | DO NOT MAKE THIS MISTAKE | Episode 903

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 38:42


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach answer your car buying questions LIVE! Tune in to learn more.

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    Audi, Dodge, and Mazda Are Offering $10,000 OFF Cars They CAN'T SELL | Episode 902

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 38:07


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach are joined by Joe Lewis to discuss the current state of the car market. Tune in to learn more!

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    Car Dealers Can't Sell Overpriced Cars | FINALLY LOWERING PRICES | Episode 901

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 31:17


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data on new and used car prices and surprisingly, some brands prices are coming down. Tune in to learn more!

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    Banks SCREWED The Car Market (SCARY DATA) | Episode 900

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 30:41


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data from the Federal Reserve. Tune in to learn more!

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    MORE TARIFF CHAOS!! | Episode 899

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 51:13


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray, Phil, and Justise dive into the growing turmoil in the auto industry. Ford has hit the brakes on key EV projects, a major online car platform is shutting down its wholesale arm, and looming tariffs could have major unintended consequences. We'll break down what's really going on, who's at risk, and what it all means for car buyers and dealers.

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    Honda Profits PLUNGE 50% | Episode 898

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 32:17


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from Honda. WOW did they just signal a warning for the auto industry. Tune in to learn more!

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    Is this the EV Collapse? The Dominoes Are Falling! | Episode 897

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 47:04


    Today on CarEdge Live, the EV market may have just hit its biggest turning point yet. With sales declining at Lucid, Rivian, and even BYD, and factories being sold off, what does this all mean for the future of electric cars—especially here in the U.S.? Ray and Justise dig into the numbers, the news, and the reality behind the headlines.

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    MAZDA Just SHOCKED The Auto Industry | Episode 896

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 35:18


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from Mazda and what implication it will have on the auto industry. Tune in to learn more!

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    Car Market Update For New & Used Vehicles Summer 2025 | Episode 895

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 33:51


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data to help you understand the new and used car market this summer. Tune in to learn more!

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    The Car Market is Bankrupting Americans (And It's About to Get Worse) | Episode 894

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 30:01


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data from Credit Acceptance Corporation which is showing financial hardship for consumers. Tune in to learn more!

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    Carvana DOES IT AGAIN ... SHOCKING The Auto Industry | Episode 893

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 35:21


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from Carvana. Tune in to learn more!

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    TOYOTA Just Did the IMPOSSIBLE | Episode 892

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 27:26


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data on the used car market! Tune in to learn more.

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    EDMUNDS Just Put the Entire Auto Industry On ALERT | Episode 891

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 38:28


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data on the used car market! Tune in to learn more.

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    The Industry Civil War Nobody's Talking About | Episode 890

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 45:43


    Today on CarEdge Live, tensions are boiling over between automakers and dealers—and now the Department of Justice is involved. But that's just the beginning. From a landmark FTC crackdown on deceptive marketing, to the rules manufacturers use to control dealer territories, to a new U.S.–EU trade deal that could shift the global balance, Ray and Justise are breaking it all down. What does it mean for the future of car buying? Tune in to find out who's really pulling the strings.

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    Mercedes-Benz Can't Sell ANYTHING | Slashing Prices | Episode 889

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 29:15


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data from Mercedes-Benz. Tune in to learn more!

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    Hyundai Sounds the ALARM BELL | This Is BAD | Episode 888

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 35:35


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from Hyundai. Tune in to learn more!

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    Capital One Just Put the Entire Auto Industry On ALERT | Episode 887

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 28:15


    Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data from Capital One and other auto lenders. Tune in to learn more!

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