Ray brings 43 years of car dealership experience, and Zach (his son), brings the questions. In each episode Ray and Zach answer your car questions, discuss industry news, and share tips you can use when buying your next vehicle. All with a bit of humor every once in a while.
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CarMax SHOCKS The Auto Industry | Episode 869
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30:35Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest CarMax earnings. Tune in to learn more!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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RAM Just Sent a MASSIVE WARNING To The ENTIRE Car Market! | Episode 868
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43:42Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data from Ram which is sending shockwaves through the auto industry. Tune in to learn more.By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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CarGurus Just Put the Entire Auto Industry On ALERT | Episode 867
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56:15Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach review the latest data from CarGurus. Tune in to learn more!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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Audi, Mazda, Ram, and Hyundai Are RINGING THE ALARM BELL | Episode 866
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39:09Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach review the latest data on new car inventory. Tune in to learn more!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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EV Sales COLLAPSE — What Happens Now? | Episode 865
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52:29On today’s show, Ray and Justise dive into the latest data that could mark a turning point in the EV market. Despite all the hype, incentives, and promises, something surprising just showed up in the registration numbers—and it’s not what automakers wanted to see. Are consumers tapping the brakes on the electric vehicle push? Is this the moment rea…
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Did Toyota Just Outsmart the US Government? | Episode 864
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53:16Today on CarEdge Live, Toyota is making major moves: shifting production, rising influence in Japan, and possibly cracking open new access to American car buyers overseas. But is there more to it? Ray and Justise break down what’s really going on — and why American automakers and regulators might not be ready for what’s coming next. This could be T…
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Gen Z Have Stopped Paying Their CAR LOANS | Episode 863
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30:04Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach review the latest data on the auto loan delinquency crisis and why Generation Z in particular is in tough shape. Tune in to learn more!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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Car Sales Just PLUMMETED—Here’s What It Means for Prices This Summer | Episode 862
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31:03Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data on new car sales and what impact it will have on future car prices. Tune in to learn more!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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The Auto Industry is in FULL PANIC MODE | Episode 861
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56:42Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest information on the rare earths. Tune in to learn more!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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The US Car Market Just BROKE & It's Going to Get WAY WORSE | Episode 860
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38:12Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data on Gen Z purchasing habits and what impact that is having on the auto industry. Tune in to learn more!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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THE WORST Phone Call We've EVER Had With A Used Car Dealer | Episode 859
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45:00Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach review a phone call that Jamer from the CarEdge team had with this car dealer. It is unbelievable. Tune in to learn more!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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Toyota and Ford Sales SKYROCKET | Episode 858
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54:28Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest trends and what to expect in the new and used car market for June. Tune in to learn more!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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We CAUGHT KIA & THIS Dealer In a MAJOR SCAM & We're CALLING THEM OUT | Episode 857
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46:32Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach are MAD today on the show. Mark Auto Group and Kia absolutely took advantage of a customer and Ray and Zach are calling them out!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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Ford is About to Set a VERY BAD (and SHOCKING) RECORD | Episode 856
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57:30Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest recall trends and how Ford is leading the way, big time! Tune in to learn more.By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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Car Dealers Are DUMPING Cars at Auction | The Market Has FLIPPED | Episode 855
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50:32Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest trends and what to expect in the new and used car market for June. Tune in to learn more!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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Car Market RESET 2025 Is BEGINNING RIGHT NOW | Episode 854
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50:19Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data from Cox Automotive and various dealers. Tune in to learn more!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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Ford just made their BIGGEST MISTAKE YET! | Episode 853
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43:26On today’s CarEdge Live, Ray and Justise break down Ford’s latest move — and why it could be one of their biggest missteps yet. From behind-the-scenes decisions to growing signs of internal trouble, we’re connecting the dots on what’s going wrong at Ford — and what it means for buyers.By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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Used Car Prices Just Hit a NEW RECORD HIGH | Episode 852
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47:32Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest data from Edmunds on used car prices and take live call-ins. Tune in to learn more!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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These 5 Automakers Are GOING TO GO OUT OF BUSINESS | Episode 851
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50:40Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest news from various automakers and highlight why some manufacturers are struggling and might go out of business. Tune in to learn more!By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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Your Questions Answered – Auto's, Watches, CarEdge & The Best Food in Jersey! | Episode 850
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46:47On today’s CarEdge Live! Ray is joined by Phil, Debbie, Tricia & Brian for a fun Friday episode where we dive into your questions, chat all things CarEdge, and take a closer look at Ray’s watch of the day. Plus, we'll wrap things up with a discussion on the best food spots in New Jersey. Come for the cars—stay for the watches and Chicken Parm!…
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Tariffs, Layoffs, and Price Hikes - Oh My! | Episode 849
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45:51On today’s CarEdge Live! Ray and Phil dive into the latest whirlwind of auto industry news: Subaru hikes prices, Japanese automakers beg for tariff relief, and Mercedes-Benz shifts hundreds of jobs out of Michigan. What does it all mean for the future of car buying in America?By Bleav + Zach Shefska
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We Recorded The Dealer Calls… You Need to Hear This | Episode 848
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1:10:09On today’s CarEdge Live, Ray and Ryan break down real, recorded calls with dealerships—pausing to analyze every tactic, response, and negotiation move. From pricing games to pressure plays, you’ll get an insider’s look at how dealers operate and how to push back with confidence. If you’re planning to buy a car—or just want to understand the psychol…
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Car Market Reality Check – What Dealers See Coming Next | Episode 847
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38:17On today’s CarEdge Live! Ray & Justise are joined by Chris Baker from the Boucher Auto Group for a no-spin look at the current state of the car market. Are prices finally leveling off? Are better deals on the horizon—or are high prices, low inventory and uncertainty the new normal? Chris shares what dealers are really seeing on the ground, how inve…
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The Truth About Memorial Day Car Sales — What to Know Before You Buy! | Episode 846
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46:32On today’s CarEdge Live! Ray & Justin break down the truth about Memorial Day car sales—what’s real, what’s hype, and how to actually save money. With dealerships ramping up promotions, it’s easy to get caught in the noise. We’ll show you where the real deals are, which vehicles have the biggest discounts, and how to avoid the common traps that cos…
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Toyota’s Quiet Revolution: The AI That Could Change Everything | Episode 845
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45:55On today's CarEdge Live, Ray, Justise, and CarEdge Concierge Steve break down Toyota’s bold new AI supply chain shift and the debut of their rugged new EV, the bZ Woodland. Then—why drivers are flat-out rejecting hands-free tech and safety features automakers keep pushing. The data is in… and it’s not pretty.…
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