Payne Auto Talk

In Episode 35, Chris talks with Michelle Garcia, Digital Communications Manager of the City of Weslaco's Economic Development Center (EDC). They discuss what Weslaco's EDC does in the community, how it benefits both large & small businesses, Weslaco EDC's event called 'Alfresco' (a monthly block-party for the public), dream cars, future automotive tech, PLUS a musical tribute to Blink 182.

In the 'short' Episode 34, Chris attends Payne PreOwned Weslaco's Back-To-School Event. Sitting down with Bobby Vera (PPO Weslaco's Manager) & Juan Cumbias (PPO Weslaco's Assistant Manager), Chris discusses their event, being a part of the community and what's in store for people on a daily basis at Payne PreOwned Weslaco.

In Episode 33 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris 'flies solo' by discussing heading back to school, including your chance to win a $300 Gift Card from PAYNEAUTOGROUP.COM! Chris discusses switching from the 'vacation-mode' of driving to getting back to 'daily grind' driving, especially during the upcoming school year. PLUS, he talks about safety & courtesy as a motorist, preventative maintenance before your daily commute, and some tips on emergency preparedness in an automotive emergency.

In this 'short' episode of Payne Auto Talk, Chris sits down with Freddie Flores (Manager, Payne Mission Volkswagen & Mitsubishi) right before a training for the New, 'Refreshed' 2024 Volkswagen Atlas SUV. They go over whats new in the worlds of Volkswagen & Mitsubishi, including the 'refreshed' VW Atlas SUV, upcoming Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrids and All Electric Vehicles (EV). Chris & Freddie even take a quick trip down memory lane with some of their favorite models from the past (i.e. Mitsubishi's Eclipse Spyder Sport Coupe), but also look to the future in hopes of their past faves making a triumphant return. This episode also includes a musical tribute to Rock & Roll Icon, Joe Walsh...

Episode 31 of Payne Auto talk involves Chris being joined by both Tony Flores & Arnold Burkholder of Payne Edinburg Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram (CDJR) to discuss JEEP! From aspects of Jeep culture to customer care/satisfaction to financing & options, Tony & Arnold unwrap the latest happenings as to why Payne Edinburg CDJR is #1 in Texas when it comes to Jeep. Click that play button and hear their passion when it comes to the Americana Subculture known as... JEEP!

In our 30th Episode of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), Chris is joined by Payne Auto Group's own Commercial & Fleet Manager, Craig Blackwell. They dive off into the world of providing businesses, both big and small, with vehicles do get their various jobs & duties done. Not only do they discuss the past and present of state of vehicles in business, but what the future holds with Electric and Hybrid products to deliver the everyday products & services that consumers want and make businesses successful. Craig & Chris also talk about family, kids talents PLUS a musical tribute to Texas Country Music Artists, Robert Earl Keen and Cory Morrow...

In our 28th Episode of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), Chris is joined by Rios of Mercedes Boot Company's CEO, Mr. Ryan Vaughn. Both Chris & Ryan discuss the makings of a good pair of boots, the artisans who create them, the folks who wear them, the folks who sell them and the communities in which fine footwear are found. Ryan & Chris also touch on are the important involvement of today's youth in agriculture, and how it shapes the region of Southern Texas from the home-front to the store-front, Ryan's first truck, six degrees of separation in the Rio Grande Valley PLUS Chris delivers a trifecta of musical tributes to Hank Williams Jr., Sawyer Brown and Jerry Jeff Walker.

In Episode 27 of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), Chris reflects on the 2023 Rio Grande Valley Stockshow & Rodeo, future local events (including fundraisers & galas), the newest addition to Payne Auto Group's involvement with civic events, and partnerships with local media and higher education. It's going to be an exciting Spring & Summer in 2023!

In Episode 26 of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), The Payne Street Team's Chris Marshall sits down with KRGV (Channel 5) TV Lifestyle Segment Host, Karla Salinas. Chris & Karla talk about Karlas' real-world fantasy of being a cast member at Disney World (including some behind the scenes factoids), her study of international business morphing into a career in media with KRGV, being a part of the Jeep Owner sub-culture, having a finger on the pulse of global & local fashion, the life of being a Taylor Swift superfan, PLUS a musical tribute to pop-punk icons, Blink 182, by Chris.

In Episode 25 of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), The Payne Street Team's Chris Marshall takes a few minutes to talk about Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October) including preventative measures (screenings & tests) to taking action and getting support. Chris gives a few statistics, plus offers some tips and advice from personal experience in supporting cancer patients along their care & support during their journey. Get informed, take the appropriate measures and stay vigilant in our fight against breast cancer.