CORVETTE TODAY

I don't know about you, but I love having a Head-Up Display in my Corvette!

But did you know that the HUD's didn't come into existence

for Corvette until the C5 era?

On this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, you'll meet Steve Stringfellow, the inventor of the Corvette Head-Up Display! Steve joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to talk about the origins of the Head-Up Display and what it took to actually get it into Corvette and the trials and tribulations thereof.

It's a fascinating episode...get up close and personal with the inventor of the Corvette HUD, Steve Stringfellow!

Don Runkle may not be a household name right now in the world of Corvette, but he sure was when the C4 was launching!

Don sits down with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to talk about his career.

Runkle was the Chief Engineer for Chevrolet, he worked with Zora Arkus Denton, he's been at the head of many companies, including Delphi.

Don tells the story of how Corvette engineers got the OK for the C4 Corvette along with the story of how we didn't have a 1983 Corvette!  He also tells the story of what happened when Corvette was supposed to go to 6 cylinders or diesel.

Plus, Don has just been nominated for the Corvette Hall of Fame!

Don was one of the key figures in Corvette history that kept the Corvette flame burning bright!  You'll truly enjoy this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

The very first guest of CORVETTE TODAY in mid-April 2020 is back on the show after more than 200 episodes!

Jeremy Welborn returns to CORVETTE TODAY to talk with your host, Steve Garrett, about updates to Spring Mountain.

So much is going on there-from expansion of the track to kart racing!

Spring Mountain is already the largest track in North America.  With these improvements in the work, it will make it larger than the Nurburgring!

Check out all of the updates and improvements and book some time at the Ron Fellows Corvette Performance Driving School at Spring Mountain.

The National Corvette Restorers Society is celebrating a landmark 50 years of its organization!

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes to the show, Tony Stein, the Region 7 Director of the NCRS to talk about this milestone!

Tony talks about the beginnings of the NCRS, their worldwide reach, the mission statement for the organization and how they plan to celebrate year #50.

Plus, Tony also talks about joining the NCRS for new members.

The NCRS is a rich part of Corvette's legacy.  Learn all about it and how you can join on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

The insurance branch of the National Corvette Museum is celebrating its 15th year in business!

Adam Boca, the Executive Director of NCM Insurance joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to talk more about this huge milestone.

Adam was there from day 1 when NCM Insurance began.  He talks about the start-up and where they are today.

If you're considering switching your Collector Car (not just a Corvette) over to NCM Insurance, you're going to want to check out this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

Lingenfelter Performance Engineering just celebrated a legendary 50 years in business.  And Ken Lingenfelter stops back by CORVETTE TODAY to reminisce about it!

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, talks with Ken about his beginnings in the business and how the company grew to the powerhouse it is today.

Plus, Ken talks about the offerings LPE has for the C5, C6, C7 and C8 Corvettes!

In the final segment of the show, Ken's wife, Kristen, joins Steve Garret and talks about Lingenfelter's social media  and Corvette accessory offerings.  Kristen races Corvettes herself-she was named Rookie of the Year in 2022!

We cover everything LPE on this edition of CORVETTE TODAY.

We have a new Plant Director at the Bowling Green Assembly Plant.  And on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, you get to meet him, up close and personal.

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, introduces you to Ray Theriault.  Ray has be with General Motors for over 27 years.  His employment with them has taken him around the world!

On this episode of CORETTE TODAY, you'll get to know Ray on a personal and professional basis.  He talks about his career with GM and the future for BGA.

Your new Plant Director at the Bowling Green Assembly Plant is here on CORVETTE TODAY!

CORVETTE TODAY introduces you to the brand new R8C Museum Delivery manager at the National Corvette Museum, Rod Keller!

Rod stops by to talk to your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett and to give you a "behind the scenes" look at what it takes to get your Corvette ready for delivery at the NCM.

Rod talks about his staff and the outstanding job they do.  You'll have a full understanding of the entire Museum Delivery procedure.

Plus, Rod has been a faithful CORVETTE TODAY enthusiast for many years too.

Meet our new R8C Museum Delivery Manager at the NCM on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

CORVETTE TODAY #201 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid February 2024

Fresh off our milestone #200 episode, it's time for our every-other-week News & Headlines show on CORVETTE TODAY!

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Join your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger as the guys keep you current and up-to-date on what's going on in the world of Corvette.

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Here are some of the topics Steve and Keith cover...

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1. NCM President and CEO, Sharon Brawner, has left her position at the Museum
2. GM recalls some C8 Corvettes because of lighting issues
3. We have new C8 ZR1 sightings!
4. Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is a C8 Z06 owner!
5. The NCM announces a new exhibit
6. Corvette sales average over $106,000 in Q4 of 2023

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Let's start the next 200 episodes of CORVETTE TODAY with our world famous News & Headlines show!

Listen to the podcast, watch the YouTube video, join the Facebook group, sign up for weekly email notifications, follow the show on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, X (Twitter) and Threads. Plus shop in the CORVETTE TODAY Merchandise Store at:

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www.CorvetteToday.com

We celebrate the 200th episode of CORVETTE TODAY - the ONLY current podcast dedicated to Corvette!

Your host, Steve Garrett, talks about the beginnings of CORVETTE TODAY, how he started the show, some of the guests that have appeared on the show and some of the highlights that have happened since CORVETTE TODAY started in April of 2020.

Please enjoy this retrospect of CORVETTE TODAY as we celebrate show #200!

Towards the beginning of each year, we always like to check in with the National Corvette Museum to see what they have planned for the upcoming year.

In this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, the NCM's Marketing Manager, Mariah Hughes, joins your host, Steve Garrett, to talk about some of the big plans in-store for Corvette enthusiasts.

Get out your 2024 calendars and get ready to plan for some of the exciting things going on this year at the National Corvette Museum with this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

Every Corvette owner has a story.  And when you have owned over 150 Corvettes, you've got a lot of stories!

Dr. Mark Davis was on CORVETTE TODAY #188, which was the Mecum Kissimmee preview show.  Mark talked about the 3 prisine Corvettes up for auction at Mecum Kissimmee.

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, invited Mark back to the show to talk about a few of his favorite Corvettes he has owned of the 150+ he's had.

Mark's theme for this show is Red-Red Corvettes.  He tells you about his favorite Corvette ever and some of the more memorable ones he's had the pleasure to have owned.

Every Corvette owner has a story-Dr. Mark Davis' stories are significant and very memorable!

Tom Hill is a retired GM employee with over 35 years at the company.

He is also the curator of the ONLY Red/Red C2 L88 Corvette inexistance.  And it will be selling at the Mecum Auctions/Kissimmee later this week.

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, visits with Tom to learn more about the L88 Corvettes, what made them so special and why they are so desirable.

Tom was one of the people on the management team that moved the Corvette plant for St. Louis to Bowling Green.  He talks about that transition and the legend of the L88 on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

In July of 2023, the Corvette world and the automotive industry lost a true legend...Reeves Callaway passed away.

Reeves' son, Pete, is now the President of Callaway Cars.  Pete visits CORVETTE TODAY to talk about his father and the future of Callaway Cars.

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, talks with Pete about his upbringing with his Dad, his background and education and how he came up through the company.

Pete also touches on the future of Callaway Cars and Corvette and his vision for what's next for the company.

It's a beautiful tribute to Reeves Callaway.  Meet his son, Pete, on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

Mike Furman has sold more Corvettes than anyone in the 70 year history of the car!

Mike has been on the show many times to talk about his deliver totals, which exceed 6,000 Corvettes delivered.

But on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, Mike sits down with your show host, Steve Garrett, and talks about his life and the Corvettes he has personally owned.

Plus, Mike makes a HUGE Corvette announcement !  Get to know Mike Furman, the man and Corvette enthusiast on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

Mecum Auctions TV host, John Kraman returns to the CORVETTE TODAY show to give you a preview of the world's largest collector car auction, Mecum Kissimmee!

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett gets the lowdown on what's happening et this show.

In the 3rd segment of this show, Keith Cornett joins Steve and visits with Dr. Mark Davis.  Dr. Davis is brining his three "Ultimately Preserved" Corvettes to auction.  Each one is the best of its class and sure to bring high dollars!

This Mecum Auction kicks off the new year in style.  Get ready for it with CORVETTE TODAY!

You know Rick DeBruhl by face and by voice.  You've seen Rick on TV for IndyCar races and Formula 1 on ABC, ESPN, NBC and Speed TV.  You've seen and heard him as TV host of the Barrett Jackson auctions.

Rick sits down with your CORV ETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett and talks about his career.  He talks about his start in radio and television in California. He gives you insight on how he got into the racing business. Rick also talks about rubbing elbows with some of the biggest racing figures in the history of Formula 1 and IndyCar.  And obviously, Rick also talks about the important role Corvette plays in each and every Barrett Jackson auction!

Then Steve and Rick dig deep into Barrett Jackson, which he's done for nearly 20 years.  Rick DeBruhl is a storyteller.  That is clearly evident on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY....enjoy!

We are thrilled to say that this podcast begins year #2 for CORVETTE TODAY!  Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com teams up with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to keep you on top of what's going on in the world of Corvette.  Here are some of the topics covered in this podcast:

1.  April 2021 Constraints and Production Update – 11000 orders still to produce

3.  Zeus Bronze and Sebring Orange are now no longer available for order

3.  Corvette is the fastest selling new car for the 3rd month in a row!

4.  Corvette dominates Q1 sales with 51% marketshare

5.  Corvette has highest model loyalty in Luxury Sports Car segment

6. Sportscar 365 says GM Racing will make a decision on LMDH & GTD Pro in 45 days

7.  Digital Paint samples for three new 2022 colors revealed

8.  Tonowanda #1 Team Badges available for sale at Chevy Parts Counter

9.  Corvettes at Carlisle to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the ’96 Grand Sport

10.  Supercar Blondie is a fan of the C8 Corvette!

Join us as we start year #2 with this News & Headlines podcast for CORVETTE TODAY!

CORVETTE TODAY celebrates it's one year anniversary with this truly fascinating episode...your host, Steve Garrett, introduces you to the man who designed the C5, C6, C7 and C8 Corvettes, Tom Peters!

Tom talks about his early years when he first discovered Corvette, his path to a California design school, how he got his GM scholarship as a sophomore in college (when they were only given to junior and seniors) and all through his 35 years at GM.

Tom gives you the inside scoop on how they introduced the C5 Corvette at a reserve Air Force base and the competition thereof. He also recalls the story of how Global Design Vice President, Ed Welborn, gave his team the OK to finally call the C7 Corvette a "Stingray". Then Tom recalls his induction into the Corvette Hall of Fame.

If you miss any CORVETTE TODAY podcast, don't let it be this one! You'll be glued to your listening (and YouTube viewing) device for this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

Springtime is here-it's time to get your Corvette out of Winter hibernation!  Plus, it's time to get caught up on the latest news and headlines in the world of Corvette!

Join your host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com for the latest Corvette news and headlines!  Here are a few of the topics discussed on this podcast....

1.  Corvette production update

2.  GM suspends Chevy dealers from submitting any more 2021 Corvette “SOLD” orders

3.  NCM increases deliveries to 55 per week

4.  The Corvette was the fastest selling car in February 2021!

5.  Average transaction price for a 2021 C8 was $86,185

6.  Doug Fehan returns to Corvette Racing as a Brand Ambassador

7.  Corvette Racing may receive a waiver to race current C8.R’s in IMSA GTD Pro Class in 2022

8.  MotorTrend says the C8 E-Ray will be quicker than the Z06

9.  Which generation of Corvette is the most aerodynamic?

10.  Briggs Cunningham’s 1960 Le Mans race car headed to Amelia Island Auction

11.  Comedian Kevin Hart purchases a mint C1 for $825,000

There is so much to get caught up on!  Don't miss this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

Don't miss this unique episode of CORVETTE TODAY.  Your host, Steve Garrett, visits with Michael DiGiorgio.  Michael took a 19 day trip in his new C8 Corvette Coupe.  He traveled over 9,000 miles, visited 23 different states, 17 National Parks and over 100 points of interest.

Michael details his trip, talks about how well the mid-engine Corvette performed and tells you where to watch the videos that chronicle the trip.  As we get into Spring and Summer, this episode of CORVETTE TODAY will definitely make you want to get your Corvette out and maybe plan a road trip of your own!

Here is the link to Michael's first video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbA0JVwPYRc

Enjoy the video and this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

It's time to stay current on what's going on in the world of Corvette with this news & headlines podcast with your host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com!

Here are some of the topics discussed in this podcast:

1.  C8 Production update – Over 7500 Corvettes built for 2021 so far

2.  High wing spoiler and black Trident wheels are back!

3.  There is now a video on how to fix the front lift fluid leak on the C8

4.  Kelly Blue Book reports that the C8 offers the best resale value for sports cars

5.  Autosport.com says that GM is considering dropping Corvette Racing program...say it ain't so!

6.  Corvette Racing gets 2 invites for Le Mans and confirms Spa race entry

7.  Corvette Racing at Sebring and their new racing livery

8.  C8 Z06 mule is confirmed with 345/25ZR21 tires

9.  Shipping Corvettes by Rail might become a thing of the past

10.  ProCharger tests a supercharged C8 on the track

If it's news on Corvette, it's covered in this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, sits down with Frank Mecum from the Mecum Auctions to talk about their business and how Corvette plays an integral part in each auction.

Frank takes you through what happens on auction days, their TV show and coverage, how he got started in the family business and what his job entails as Vice President of Consignments.  You've seen Frank during the auctions negotiating with sellers and buyers.  Get the inside scoop on what it's like on the auction floor on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

Corvette Product Manager, Harlan Charles returns to the CORVETTE TODAY podcast to answer YOUR questions about Corvette!  Your host, Steve Garrett, polled readers from MidEngineCorvetteForum.com and CorvetteForum.com to see what questions they had about Corvette for Harlan to answer.

You'll find out interesting answers to questions like:

1. What are cold weather driving limitations for the C8 Corvette, if any?

2. Will 2021 C8 Corvette owners receive a "thank you" Corvette model gift too?

3. What are the differences between a Z51 and non-Z51 Corvette for street use.

4. How does the Corvette Team go about selecting colors for new Corvettes?

5. What was Harlan's favorite item that didn't make it to the C8?

These questions and more are answered by THE Product Manager for Corvette, Harlan Charles, on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

Steve Garrett introduces you to the star of Bitchin' Rides on MotorTrend TV, Mr. Dave Kindig!

Get a "behind the scenes" look what it takes to film a show like Bitchin' Rides from the man himself. Dave talks about his humble beginnings, how he taught himself design sketching, car fabrication and how he built his business and his shop from the ground up.  It's a fascinating story that you won't want to miss.

Plus, Dave is a Corvette guy too.  He talks about past Corvette builds, future Corvette projects and his favorite Corvettes to date.  By simply listening to this podcast, you can tell that Dave Kindig is truly one of the nicest car guys you'll ever meet.  And his talent, car design and build quality is unmatched.  You'll love this episode of CORVETTE TODAY....promise!

I know it's February and you're probably not driving your Corvette (unless you live in Florida or a warm weather climate), but we still have lots of news & headlines for you in this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com fill you in on the latest in the world of Corvette.  Here are some of the topics discussed:

1.  Corvette plant closes for 2nd straight week

2.  GM announces they will make only electric vehicles by 2035.

3.  Carbon Fiber ground effects package for the C8 available again.

4.  GM says Gen X buying more C8 Corvettes

5.  Corvette Racing wins at Daytona!

6.  Corvette Racing’s Laura Wontrop Klauser talks about the future of GT Racing

7.  The ’59 red Corvette from the movie Animal House goes up for sale!

8.  A Z51 C8 Corvette runs a 2.49 for Car & Driver’s 2021 Lightning Lap

9.  GM debuts the full Super Bowl commercial

It might be cold outside, there might be snow on the ground, but we have the latest in the world of Corvette on CORVETTE TODAY!

Have you ever watched the 24 hours of Le Mans, in France!  It's the Grandaddy of all races.  Corvette test driver, Jim Mero, participated in Le Mans in 1995!

Steve Garrett sits down with Jim to recap his entire Le Mans experience....what an incredible story.  Jim recalls his time with racing legends like John Paul, Jr, Chris McDougal, Doug Rippie, Tommy Sapp and even Mario Andretti. Jim takes you through his racing career and how he made it to Le Mans, the world's biggest race, with a C4 Corvette!

Listening to this podcast will give you goosebumps.....do not miss this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com connect to bring you up to date on the latest news in the world of Corvette!  Here are just a few of the topics discussed in this podcast:

1.  GM Vice President, Steve Hill, says most C8 buyers are new to the Corvette Brand and wealthier than C7 customers.

2.  The high wing spoiler for C8 is available again on Chevrolet.com

3.  The first 1967 L88 sells for $2.5m at the Mecum Auction/Kissimmee

4  Laura Wontrop Klauser is named as Sports Car Racing Program Manager

5. The 2021 race season begins for Corvette Racing at Daytona with new lineup

6. New C8.R driver, Nick Tandy, says the C8 is more stable than the Porsche 911 RSR

7.  A man wins Corvette in the Georgia Lottery, but can’t get one from a local dealer

8.  A 2019 C7 ZR1 run the quarter mile in 9.592 seconds!

9.  Lingenfelter introduces a lowering kit for C8

You'll be up-to-date on Corvette when you listen to this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

On this CORVETTE TODAY podcast, Steve Garrett sits down with Bloomington Gold owner and president Guy Larsen to talk about what happens at a Bloomington Gold event.  Find out why its so much fun to attend!

You'll learn how to get your car judged and certified at Bloomington Gold, Find out what there is to do at this huge Corvette event. And, if you would like to become a judge for Bloomington Gold, you'll hear about that process too.  You don't have to have your Corvette judged at Bloomington Gold to have fun at this event.

Put this Corvette show on your calendar for 2021-find out why by listening to this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

It's our first News & Headlines podcast of 2021 with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com.  Even though we're just coming out of the holidays, there is plenty of Corvette news to discuss.  Here are a few of the topics discussed on this podcast:

1.  GM delivers almost 9,000 C8 Corvettes in Q4 of 2020

2.  Part 2 of the “Mid Engine Corvette Story” launched right after the new year

3.  2021 C8 Corvette VIN #1 delivered at the NCM

4.  Mecum Auctions features over 230 Corvettes for sale at their Kissimmee Show-last 2020 C8 offered for auction along with Mickey Thompson’s 1963 Z06 Tanker Corvette

5.  Motor Authority names C8 Corvette as it’s “Best Car To Buy” in 2021

6.  Randy Pobst hot laps a C8 Corvette for MotorTrend

7.  Procharger for C8 Corvette makes 700 horsepower

8.  Hear about the new features on the 2021 C8 Corvette

9.  YouTuber Doug Demuro names the C8 his favorite car of 2020

10.  Muscle Car City (in Florida) to close after 14 years

It's a great way to start 2021-it's our first News & Headlines podcast of 2021 on CORVETTE TODAY!

We kick off 2021 talking about the National Corvette Museum!

There's a LOT of opportunities and things to do when you visit the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky!  And who better to explain everything that's going on than the Director of Marketing & Communications for the NCM, Katie Ellison.

Steve Garrett and Katie go through darn near everything you can do, see and experience what you visit the NCM, which includes hosted trips by the NCM, the new race track, exhibits, the gift shop and how to become a member too.

Plus, Katie takes us through getting your car delivered to you at the NCM!  There's a whole lot you didn't realize that goes on at the National Corvette Museum. And you'll learn about everything on this episode of the CORVETTE TODAY podcast!

Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com finish up 2020 in style with this News & Headlines podcast.  Here are some of the topics discussed in this podcast:

1.  Retired Corvette Exterior Design Manager, Tom Peters, joins the staff at the National Corvette Museum.

2.  The first 2021 C8 is a Torch Red Z51 coupe

3.  New 2021 C8 Corvettes started shipping as of December 20th

4.  2020 C8 Corvette named “The best car I drove this year” by a Fox auto reviewer

5.  Doug Fehan steps aside from Corvette Racing (hear Doug's CORVETTE TODAY podcast #24)

6.  The C7 Corvette Racing #3 car on sale for $950,000

7.  GM releases part 1 of the documentary covering the development of the mid-engine Corvette

Finish off 2020 by listening to this CORVETTE TODAY podcast.....Happy New Year!

Have you heard of the National Corvette Restorer's Society?  If you haven't or if you've considered joining the NCRS, be sure to listen to this podcast.  Steve Garrett sits down with Harry Ledgerwood from the Kansas City chapter of the NCRS.  Harry recently got elected as the Midwest Regional Director for the NCRS.

This podcast introduces you to the National Corvette Restorer's Society, tells you what they're all about and why it's important to join.  It's a fun and informative CORVETTE TODAY podcast.

Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com get you into the holiday spirit with a lot of Corvette news & headlines.  Even thought it's the holiday season, there is still tons of things to talk about in the world of Corvette!  Here are some of the news items covered in this podcast:

1.  2020 Corvette production to end on Monday, December 14th.

2.  What spec is the last 2020 C8 Corvette built?

3.  C8 Corvette outsells all other rivals in Q3 2020.

4.  Will ordering a personalized VIN give you a loophole to getting your Corvette early?

5. The Corvette Performance Driving School at Spring Mountain has a special holiday offer.

6. A  2020 Corvette arrives at a dealership with a two-tone "Boomerang"

7.  A 1989 Corvette is turned into the Michael Keaton Batmobile and sells at the Mecum Auction for $88,000

8.  The "All Corvettes Are Red" historic photoshoot!

Happy holidays from CORVETTE TODAY....enjoy this podcast!

Steve Garret brings in another key member of the Corvette Team, Kirk Bennion, for the CORVETTE TODAY podcast.  Kirk and his team are responsible for the design and looks of Corvette!  Kirk has been with General Motors for over 36 years and started working on the Corvette team in the C4 era.  

Steve and Kirk reminisce about Kirk's path to GM, when he and his staff started working on the design of the C8, what Kirk's favorite design elements of the mid-engine C8 Corvette are, what his favorite generation of Corvette is and what outside influences come into the design of Corvette.

It's a fabulous listen from an A-List member of the Corvette Team-meet Kirk Bennion, Corvette's Exterior Design Manager on CORVETTE TODAY!