Payne Auto Talk

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Listen to Payne Auto Talk for auto industry insights on all new and used brands available by the Payne Auto Group! Located in South Texas Rio Grande Valley area and established since 1949 we are well versed in automotive from whats best buy for your buck to whats hot and coming to the car world! Lo que tu quieres REGARDLESS!

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March 19, 202646 min

Episode 71: 87th Annual RGV Livestock Show (w/Tony Flores - Ed Payne CDJR)

In Episode 71 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team), talks with Tony Flores (General Manager, Ed Payne Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram) at the 87th Annual Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show (RGVLS) in Mercedes, Texas. They discuss the latest redesigns & updates of New 2026 Model CDJR Vehicles, their discounts & rebates, EP-CDJR's Parts & Service Department, and what is on the horizon for the CDJR lineup of performance & economical model vehicles.

January 14, 202655 min

Payne Auto Talk Episode 70: Adrian Gonzalez and Hector Lopez at Payne Edinburg CDJR

In Episode 70 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Adrian Gonzalez (General Manager, Payne Edinburg Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram) and Hector Lopez (Sales Associate, Payne Edinburg Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram) and discuss 2025 from the world of Payne Edinburg CDJR. Part of their year involves an increase in social media effectiveness in communicating with customers (via TikTok), keeping tabs on the Stock Market & National Policies that affect financing a vehicle purchase, and gearing up for 2026 while closing out the 'old year'. Adrian & Hector also let us all in about new technologies and products in store for us from Stellantis (CDJR's controlling interest).

October 30, 202540 min

Payne Auto Talk Episode 69: Adrian Gonzalez, General Manager of Payne Edinburg CDJR

In Episode 69 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team), has quite the chat with Adrian Gonzalez (General Manager, Payne Edinburg CDJR) about his recent attendance to a conference of Chyrsler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram's (CDJR) parent company, Stellantis. Adrian divulges upon what's on the horizon from CDJR cars, trucks, SUVs, PLUS their options, accessories and services... Including the SRT/Performance Line. Tune-In and Buckle Up...WE Have What YOU Want At Payne Auto Group & PayneAutoGroup.com...Lo Que Tu Quieres... REGARDLESS!!!

October 22, 202529 min

Payne Auto Talk Episode 68: Scott Inskeep, Sales Professional of Payne Weslaco Chevrolet

In Episode 68 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) has a chat with Mr. Scott 'Coach' Inskeep (Payne Weslaco Chevrolet) about how his career on the gridiron as a student, player and coach led him to being a sales associate at the Payne Auto Mall's Chevrolet Franchise. Scott's journey also intertwines with the UTRGV 'Vaqueros' Football Program, and he speaks upon how lessons learned on the field, as player and coach, apply to his everyday life. PLUS, Chris delivers a musical tribute to the late-great Waylon Jennings in the form of one of his NEWEST realeases!

August 31, 20251 hr 3 min

Payne Auto Talk Episode 67: Jay Cantu "Double-J" of iHeart Radio in the Rio Grande Valley

In Episode 67 of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Mr. Jay Cantu (VP of Programming for iHeart Radio in the RGV) to talk about life both on and off of radio. They cover Jay's journey on the airwaves, being a part of the iHeart Family, Community Involvement, being media partners with Payne Auto Group, Upcoming Local Events... PLUS a musical tribute to the Rio Grande Valley's own - Joe Vega (Midnight Run)!

August 19, 202544 min

Payne Auto Talk Episode 66: Mark Alaniz, General Manager of Payne Alice Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

In Episode 66 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Mr. Mark Alaniz (General Sales Manager) of Payne Alice Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM to hear about the latest happenings in the Alice, Texas area. Chris & Mark go over what's available at Payne Alice CDJR, its staff & crew (including Mark himself), local events and also the recent partnership with Texas A&M Kingsville... PLUS, a musical tribute to The Outfield!

August 9, 202516 min

Payne Auto Talk Episode 65: Adriana I, Sales Professional of Payne Edinburg Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

In Episode 65 of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with previous PAT Guest, Adriana Ibarra (Payne Edinburg Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-RAM), brings us up to speed on a NEW Program called the Vehicle Exchange Program (VEP). With the VEP, qualified customers have the option of upgrading their current vehicle (PreOwned or New) while maintaining their current monthly payment! Adriana also talks about the VEP's perks and how it also applies to Farm, Ranch, Commercial & Fleet Vehicles. PLUS, she reminds us of maintenance and services available, even on SUNDAYS!

May 29, 20251 hr 5 min

Payne Auto Talk Episode 64: Pete Magallanes, Service Manager of Payne Weslaco Chevy Buick GMC

In Episode 64 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Pete Magallanes (Service Manager, Payne Weslaco Buick-GMC) to discuss the latest happenings in Weslaco's hub for 'Luxury & Professional Grade' vehicle maintenance & services. Pete talks of his humble beginnings in California, his venture to the Lone Star State, love of America's Favorite Pastime, PLUS the shaping of hearts & minds via sports INCLUDING the kiddos of the Magallanes Tribe. Buckle-Up for Pete's take on team-building skills that DELIVER from the baseball diamond, to the homefront, and into the hallowed halls of automotive maintenance at Payne Weslaco Buick-GMC. This episode's musical tribute [by Chris] is to Contemporary Christian artist, Chris Tomlin...

May 20, 20251 hr 1 min

Payne Auto Talk Episode 63: Matt Castillo, General Sales Manager of Payne Weslaco Ford

In Episode 62 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Payne Weslaco Ford's General Sales Manager, Matt Castillo. When it comes to Ford, Matt KNOWS what's happening in the Mid-Valley and he shares with us his journey of 15 years of not only being a Payne Employee, but being a 'Blue Oval' Man from the get-go. Since Ford Employee Pricing is the hot-topic of the season, Matt dives right in and explains as to how it works and what Ford vehicles it applies to, PLUS the ins & outs of Ford Mobile Service, and Matt brings Chris up to speed on the All-NEW 2025 Ford Expedition. Get ready for TWO musical tributes to both Zach Bryan and The Red Clay Strays to cap-off the episode!

May 14, 202528 min

Payne Auto Talk Episode 62: Ruben Basaldua, Service Manager of Ed Payne Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

In Episode 62 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Ed Payne Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram (EP-CDJR) Service Manager, Ruben Basaldua. Chris is brought up to speed on the latest happenings at EP-CDJR's Service Department, including the new crew of diesel technicians in the team, what services are offered for both everyday driving PLUS Commercial-Fleet, and what to expect during your visit. Ruben tells us about his experiences, from working on his family's ranch, living in Rio Hondo, Texas, his rodeo days and being a fellow musician with a love for Eddie Rabbitt, to which this episode's musical tribute is dedicated to.