Kurt Chase is the host of The Automotive Edge and a veteran of the automotive industry with over 38 years of experience working directly inside the car business.
Throughout his career, Kurt has built extensive relationships across dealerships and developed a deep understanding of how the industry operates behind the scenes. He now uses that experience to help consumers make more informed decisions when buying, leasing, or servicing a vehicle.
Kurt’s approach is centered on transparency and consumer advocacy. He provides guidance at no cost, with a focus on helping people avoid common mistakes and navigate the process with confidence.
Buying, leasing, or trading a vehicle can be one of the most expensive decisions people make and most consumers walk into it at a disadvantage. The Automotive Edge, hosted by Kurt Chase, is built to level that playing field.
With more than 38 years of experience in the automotive industry, Kurt brings an insider perspective on how dealerships operate, how deals are structured, and where consumers often lose money without realizing it.
Each episode covers real-world guidance on buying, leasing, financing, trade-ins, and how to navigate service and maintenance decisions, along with insights into current market conditions and vehicle trends. The goal is simple: make the car buying and ownership process more transparent, less stressful, and more advantageous for the consumer.