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Is your vehicle trying to tell you something? Learn to identify 9 common car noises that indicate it is time for a check-up. Whether you are a seasoned mechanic or just learning the basics of vehicle maintenance, our show provides the information you need to keep your ride running smoothly. We break down specific car sounds that often signal underlying issues, helping you catch potential problems before they become costly repairs. Listen closely to what your vehicle is telling you and gain the

California’s New Car Pricing Rules: Is the End of Hidden Dealer Fees Finally Here? WrenchNation Podcast | Special Guest: Ray Shefska of CarEdge The price you see should be the price you pay. But is buying a car finally becoming more transparent? California is taking aim at confusing vehicle pricing practices, hidden fees, and last-minute surprises at the dealership. What do these changes mean for car buyers, dealerships, and the future of automotive retail? On this episode of WrenchNation, hos

Dealers Can’t Sell Cars: How to Slay the Negotiation Car dealers are sitting on inventory, buyers are pushing back on high prices, and the old rules of negotiating a vehicle purchase are changing. So how do you use today’s market to your advantage? On this episode of WrenchNation, Frank Leutz welcomes back special monthly guest Ray Shefska of CarEdge to break down what’s really happening inside today’s dealership..but more importantly, how consumers can use that information when it’s time to

A car accident can last only seconds, but the decisions you make afterward can affect your finances, your health, and your insurance claim for months—or even years. In this episode of WrenchNation, host Frank Leutz welcomes Russell “Rusty” Reynolds, JD, founding partner of Reynolds & Reynolds Injury Law, for an important conversation every driver should hear before they’re ever involved in a collision. Together, they discuss the critical first 24 hours after an accident, including what informa

Learn the current dealership trends affecting your next purchase. We analyze the market to help you navigate your next car buying advice session. We are joined by Ray Shefska, a consumer advocate and co-founder of CarEdge, to discuss the state of the automotive industry. With 43 years of experience inside franchise dealerships, Ray provides an insider perspective on why some stores are struggling while others are thriving. This session is designed for anyone planning on buying a car soon who wa

With Special Monthly Guest Ray Shefska of CarEdge After several years of inflated prices, limited inventory, and “take it or leave it” dealership attitudes, the automotive market may finally be returning to reality. Is the era of paying thousands over sticker becoming a thing of the past? On this month’s edition of WrenchNation Radio, host Frank Leutz welcomes back special monthly guest Ray Shefska of CarEdge to examine what many are calling The Great Car Market Reset. For consumers who delaye