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CORVETTE TODAY

By Steve Garrett

You've found CORVETTE TODAY-the only podcast dedicated to Corvette. Find out about everything Corvette-America's Sports Car! Join your host, Steve Garrett, as he talks about what's going on in the world of Corvette. Hear guests from the Corvette industry along with the latest news & headlines about Corvette! Join the Facebook group, And sign up for CORVETTE TODAY emails: https://corvettetoday.ck.page and see the YouTube channel! Play CORVETTE TODAY on your smart device too! Just say, "Hey Alexa (or hey Google), play the podcast called CORVETTE TODAY", and you're connected!
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CORVETTE TODAY #205 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late March 2024

CORVETTE TODAY #205 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late March 2024

CORVETTE TODAY #205 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late March 2024

Spring officially starts on Tuesday, March 19th! That signals the start of Car Show Season-it's time to get those Corvettes out of winter hibernation!

Your CORVETTE TODAY host Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com team up to bring you the latest and greatest news in the world of Corvette. Here are a few of the topics that Steve and Keith cover on this show...

  1. MacMulkin and Criswell Chevrolet get their first customer E-Rays
  2. The 2024 Corvette makes the Top 5 in Kelly Blue Book's Best Resale Value Award
  3. E-Ray #18 already listed for sale for $389,995
  4. Dave Kindig's version of the C1 Corvette, the CF-1, wins the coveted Riddler Award at the 2024 Detroit Autorama
  5. An E-Ray hits the dyno and has the highest torque of any Corvette
  6. A preview of Corvette Racing at Sebring

These stories and many more can be seen and heard on next week's CORVETTE TODAY show as we swing into Spring!

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Mar 18, 202434:60
CORVETTE TODAY #204 - Meet The New Director At The Bowling Green Assembly Plant, Ray Theriault

CORVETTE TODAY #204 - Meet The New Director At The Bowling Green Assembly Plant, Ray Theriault

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!

Mar 11, 202430:35
CORVETTE TODAY #203 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early March 2024

CORVETTE TODAY #203 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early March 2024

CORVETTE TODAY #203 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early March 2024


We just passed a HUGE milestone for CORVETTE TODAY...Episode #200. Now, we set our sights on the next milestone for the show - the beginning of year #5 for CORVETTE TODAY, which happens in the middle of April of this year.

Next week, it's time for another News & Headlines show! Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com is back with your CORVETTE TODAY host, steve Garrett to talk about these topics and more...

  1. 2024 E-Rays are now shipping to customers
  2. The list of teams racing at Le Mans has been released. Is Corvette Racing on that list?
  3. Chevrolet cuts prices on two sets of wheels for the 2024 Corvette Stingray
  4. He just got out of prison and needed a ride home. So he steals a transport with eight Corvettes on it
  5. Another award for Corvette...Canada's ALG Residual Value award from JD Power 

This and much more on next week's News & Headlines show from CORVETTE TODAY!

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Mar 04, 202434:21
CORVETTE TODAY #202 - Meet The New R8C Museum Delivery Manager At The NCM, Rod Keller

CORVETTE TODAY #202 - Meet The New R8C Museum Delivery Manager At The NCM, Rod Keller

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.

Feb 26, 202427:28
CORVETTE TODAY #201 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid February 2024

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

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!

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.

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

  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

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


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Feb 19, 202438:49
CORVETTE TODAY #200 - A Celebration Of 200 Shows!

CORVETTE TODAY #200 - A Celebration Of 200 Shows!

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!

Feb 12, 202425:58
CORVETTE TODAY #199 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early February 2024

CORVETTE TODAY #199 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early February 2024

CORVETTE TODAY #199 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early February 2024


As we close in on a huge milestone for CORVETTE TODAY, episode #200, Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com is back with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett to bring you the latest news & headlines.  


Here are some of the topics the Steve and Keith talk about….

1.  Robert Maxhimer joins the National Corvette Museum as Director of Collections and Exhibits

2.  The Bowling Green Assembly Plant set a new record for most Corvette built in a day

3.  Corvette Racing starts the 2024 season at the 24 Hours of Daytona

4.  Two C2 Corvettes sell for huge money at auction


The best way to stay on top of what’s going on in the world of Corvette is to listen or watch CORVETTE TODAY’s News & Headlines shows every other week!


Listen to the podcast, watch the YouTube video, join the Facebook group, sign up for weekly email notifications and shop in the Merchandise Store at:


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Feb 05, 202430:36
CORVETTE TODAY #198 - What's Happening At The National Corvette Museum in 2024

CORVETTE TODAY #198 - What's Happening At The National Corvette Museum in 2024

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.

Jan 29, 202423:39
CORVETTE TODAY #197 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid January 2024
Jan 22, 202436:48
CORVETTE TODAY #196 - Dr. Mark Davis And 6 Of His Favorite Corvettes

CORVETTE TODAY #196 - Dr. Mark Davis And 6 Of His Favorite Corvettes

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!

Jan 15, 202434:02
CORVETTE TODAY #195 - Corvette News & Headlines & The Biggest Stories of 2023
Jan 08, 202437:33
CORVETTE TODAY #194-Tom Hill And The Legend Of ONLY Red/Red L88 Corvette In Existence

CORVETTE TODAY #194-Tom Hill And The Legend Of ONLY Red/Red L88 Corvette In Existence

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!

Jan 01, 202429:15
CORVETTE TODAY #193 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late December 2023
Dec 25, 202331:04
CORVETTE TODAY #192 - Pete Callaway and Callaway Cars

CORVETTE TODAY #192 - Pete Callaway and Callaway Cars

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.

Dec 18, 202343:34
CORVETTE TODAY #191 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid December 2024
Dec 11, 202331:33
CORVETTE TODAY #190 - Get To Know Mike Furman, Up Close & Personal

CORVETTE TODAY #190 - Get To Know Mike Furman, Up Close & Personal

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!

Dec 04, 202324:36
CORVETTE TODAY #189 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late Novermber 2023

CORVETTE TODAY #189 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late Novermber 2023

CORVETTE TODAY #189 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late November 2023

First, Happy Holidays from CORVETTE TODAY!

This is the time when we give thanks for our family and friends. We also give thanks for the continuing news and information about Corvette!

This week is our every-other-week News & Headlines show with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com. And yes, we have plenty to tell you about in the world of Corvette!

Here are a few of the topics that Steve and Keith will cover next week:

  1. Corvette wins Strategic Vision's Total Quality Award
  2. GM ratifies the new UAW contract
  3. MotorTrend adds the C8 Z06 to its long-term test fleet
  4. Car & Driver recreates it's 0-150-0 test and the C8 Z06 shines
  5. A C8 Z06/Z07 sells for big money at Mecum Las Vegas and Slash's C2 Corvette sells for big money too

Thank you SO much for your friendship and loyalty to CORVETTE TODAY. I sincerely appreciate you and your support. We are approaching a huge milestone - 200 episodes of CORVETTE TODAY. And April 2024 marks the beginning of year #5 for the show! I couldn't have done this without you and your dedication to CORVETTE TODAY.

Happy Holidays!

Steve Garrett

Host-CORVETTE TODAY

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Nov 27, 202336:35
CORVETTE TODAY #188 - A Preview Of The Mecum Kissimmee Auction

CORVETTE TODAY #188 - A Preview Of The Mecum Kissimmee Auction

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!

Nov 20, 202341:26
CORVETTE TODAY #187 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid November 2023
Nov 13, 202331:36
CORVETTE TODAY #186 - Meet Corvette's Program Manager, Devon Blue

CORVETTE TODAY #186 - Meet Corvette's Program Manager, Devon Blue

On this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, you'll meet one of the fresh, new faces of the Corvette team.


Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, introduces you to Devon Blue!  Being Corvette's Program Manager sounds like a big job, and it is!


Devon tells you exactly what her Program Manager job entails.  Actually, she is the glue that keeps the entire Corvette program running.  


There is no other source that takes you "behind the scenes" of Corvette like CORVETTE TODAY!

Nov 06, 202330:35
CORVETTE TODAY #185 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late October 2023
Oct 30, 202333:56
CORVETTE TODAY #184-Meet The New Director Of Marketing At The NCM, Ryan Eichler

CORVETTE TODAY #184-Meet The New Director Of Marketing At The NCM, Ryan Eichler

In this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, you'll meet another one of the fresh, new, enthusiastic faces at the National Corvette Museum!


Ryan Eichler is the new Director of Marketing at the NCM.  He brings with his a wealth of ad agency and marketing experience to the Museum.


Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, introduces you to Ryan.  You'll get to know him up close and personal.   He is more than qualified to lead the NCM's marketing efforts moving forward.  And his enthusiasm is infectious !


Meet Ryan Eichler, the new Director of Marketing at the National Corvette Museum in this new episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

Oct 23, 202332:10
CORVETTE TODAY #183 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid October 2023
Oct 16, 202334:36
CORVETTE TODAY #182 - The Men From Michelin Talk About Tire Options For The Z06 & E-Ray

CORVETTE TODAY #182 - The Men From Michelin Talk About Tire Options For The Z06 & E-Ray

Lee Willard and Dr. Jeff Anderson from Michelin Tires are back on CORVETTE TODAY for their second appearance!

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, talks with both men about tire options for the C8 Z06 and Z07 variant as well as tire options for the new E-Ray.

If you're ordering either one of these C8's, this is a "must see" or "must listen to" show.  Lee and Jeff outline what tires come with each Corvette, what they were designed for and what your best option is when ordering your Z06 or E-Ray.

Make an educated tire decision when purchasing your new Corvette after you check out CORVETTE TODAY!

Oct 09, 202328:30
CORVETTE TODAY #181 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early October 2023
Oct 02, 202330:12
CORVETTE TODAY #180-Meet Corvette's Performance Integration Engineer For E-Ray, Cody Bulkley

CORVETTE TODAY #180-Meet Corvette's Performance Integration Engineer For E-Ray, Cody Bulkley

On this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, you'll meet one of the fresh, new shining faces of the Corvette team. Cody Bulkley (pronounced Buckley) is the Performance Integration Engineer for the new Corvette E-Ray.

Now, you're probably saying to yourself, "What is a Performance Integration Engineer?" Cody explains that when he sits down with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett.

Plus, Cody is the guy who did that awesome "Cyclone Spin" in New York City's Rockefeller Center on January 17th, 2023 when the Corvette E-Ray debuted.

Cody's excitement and enthusiasm for the new E-Ray is blatantly obvious in this episode of CORVETTE TODAY...it makes me want one!

You can also see the video of the Cyclone Spin on this new episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

Sep 25, 202344:53
CORVETTE TODAY #179 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid September 2023
Sep 18, 202334:15
CORVETTE TODAY #178 - Meet Corvette Quality Launch Manager, Jeff Brown

CORVETTE TODAY #178 - Meet Corvette Quality Launch Manager, Jeff Brown

On this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, you'll meet another integral engineer behind the scenes that makes Corvette the supercar it is today.

Jeff Brown in the Quality Launch Manager for Corvette.  Previously, he was the Vehicle Systems Manager.  You're probably saying to yourself, "what exactly are those two jobs and how do they relate to Corvette?"

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, sits down with Jeff to talk about his role with Corvette.  But here is a hint...Jeff was brought in for a one year stint to help launch the C8 Z06.  He loves it so much, he decided to stay long-term!

This is another great episode about a "behind-the-scenes" person who helps insure Corvette is great for us.

Enjoy getting to know Jeff Brown on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

Sep 11, 202339:01
CORVETTE TODAY #177 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early September 2023
Sep 04, 202334:35
CORVETTE TODAY #176 - Meet The Paint & Body Shop Manager For Corvette - Chuck Valentini

CORVETTE TODAY #176 - Meet The Paint & Body Shop Manager For Corvette - Chuck Valentini

Chuck Valentini is one of the people on the Corvette team that you don't get to see too often.  But he plays a key role on Corvette...he is the Manager of the Paint & Body Shop at the Bowling Green Assembly Plant!


Chuck spends some quality time with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett to talk about the upgrades to the Paint Shop, the details behind the $439 million expansion to prepare for the C8 Corvette, the revolutionary, new paint process that the plant paints Corvettes and how environmentally friendly the new paint shop is.


Chuck truly takes you behind the scenes at the Bowling Green Assembly plant to give you an insiders look at Corvette.


This is a "must see" and "must listen to" episode of the ONLY current podcast on Corvette....CORVETTE TODAY!

Aug 28, 202349:44
CORVETTE TODAY #175 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late August 2023

CORVETTE TODAY #175 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late August 2023

CORVETTE TODAY #175 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late August 2023


This week is the week of Corvettes at Carlisle and your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, along with Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com will both be attending!

But, before they both leave for Pennsylvania, Steve and Keith bring you the latest news & headlines in the world of Corvette. Here is a preview of a few of the topics you'll learn about this week...


1. 2024 E-Ray production is scheduled to begin on October 23rd

2. The new C8 GT3.R was shown at Road America

3. The National Corvette Museum delivers 70th Anniversary Coupe VIN 001

4. A 2023 C8 Z06 sets the fastest lap time at Virginia International Raceway

5. Corvette Racing results from Road America

6. Bob Bubnis is leaving the National Corvette Museum

7. Alex Sims and Nicky Catsburg joining IMSA Corvette Factory Lineup for 2024


If you're at Corvettes at Carlisle this week, Steve Garrett will be conducting two seminars on CORVETTE TODAY on Friday and Saturday afternoon. Be sure to make plans to join him and say hello!


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Aug 21, 202334:54
CORVETTE TODAY #174 - Mike Furman Delivers Corvette #6,000

CORVETTE TODAY #174 - Mike Furman Delivers Corvette #6,000

Mike Furman has been selling cars since July of 1978.  46 years later, Mike has just delivered Corvette #6,000!


Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, sits down with Mike to look back at this historic event in Corvette history.  Mike recalls this great milestone and shares it with you, since you probably weren't able to be there!


We thought delivery #5,000 was a big deal.  Now, 2 years later, here is Corvette delivery #6,000.  It's truly a fantastic story-this will probably never happen again by any Corvette sales person!


Hear the entire story of Corvette delivery #6,000 now on CORVETTE TODAY!

Aug 14, 202328:50
CORVETTE TODAY #173 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early August 2023
Aug 07, 202338:29
CORVETTE TODAY #172 - The R8C Museum Delivery Experience

CORVETTE TODAY #172 - The R8C Museum Delivery Experience

Having your Corvette delivered to you at the National Corvette Museum is a big deal.  But what is involved in the whole R8C experience.


On this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, you'll hear about the entire Museum Delivery experience from a man who has a lot of experience with this.


Al Fuller has owned 14 new Corvettes and done 3 Museum Deliveries.  Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, talks with Al about how the R8C experience is done, what you should expect and how much fun it really is.


Get the full story of the Museum Deliver experience from a Corvette owners perspective on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

Jul 31, 202339:28
CORVETTE TODAY #171 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late July 2023
Jul 24, 202336:45
CORVETTE TODAY #170 - Celebrating 50 Years of Mid America Motorworks

CORVETTE TODAY #170 - Celebrating 50 Years of Mid America Motorworks

Mid America Motorworks has been one of the leaders in Corvette aftermarket products since it's inception in 1973.

Mike Yager started Mid America Motorworks with a $500 loan and has built it into the Corvette powerhouse that it is today!

Mid America Motorworks is celebrating 50 years in business this year.  And your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, sits down with Founder and Head Cheerleader Mike Yager along with his son, Michael Jr, to trace Mid America Motorworks history, Yager's induction into the Corvette Hall of Fame and this years' Corvette Funfest, which is also celebrating it's 30th year in September.

It's an amazing story - help us salute Mid America Motorworks with the very special CORVETTE TODAY show.

Jul 17, 202332:40
CORVETTE TODAY #169 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early July 2023
Jul 10, 202332:11
CORVETTE TODAY #168 - A Preview of the National Corvette Caravan, Labor Day Weekend 2024

CORVETTE TODAY #168 - A Preview of the National Corvette Caravan, Labor Day Weekend 2024

The National Corvette Caravan to the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green is Labor Day weekend, 2024.

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, talks to Bill Herold, Caravan Captain of the Southwest Caravan in Southern California and Jeff "Zipity" Duda, Caravan Captain of the Atlantic Caravan about next years event.You'll learn about the history of the Corvette Caravan, the itineraries of these two groups, how you can join any of the 25 caravans that will be converging on the NCM, and what's planned for next years celebration.

If you've never been on a National Corvette Caravan, be sure to check this out this show!

These caravans are so much fun! You'll want to sign up immediately for next years event!


Listen to the podcast, watch the YouTube video, sign up for email notifications, join the Facebook group and shop in the CORVETTE TODAY merchandise store at www.CorvetteToday.com.

Jul 03, 202341:26
CORVETTE TODAY #167 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late June 2023
Jun 26, 202333:47
CORVETTE TODAY #166 - Summer Vendor Showcase 2023
Jun 19, 202334:58
CORVETTE TODAY #165 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early June 2023
Jun 12, 202338:27
CORVETTE TODAY #164 - My Trip To Amelia Island With The Cunningham Corvettes

CORVETTE TODAY #164 - My Trip To Amelia Island With The Cunningham Corvettes

In March of this year, your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, attended the unveiling of the three 1960 Cunningham Corvettes from Le Mans at the Amelia Island Concours.


Steve recaps his weekend at Amelia Island and all the events that took place during the show!


The Cunningham Corvettes were the hit of the entire weekend and you'll hear about the whole story on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

Jun 05, 202326:17
CORVETTE TODAY #163 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late May 2023
May 29, 202339:05
CORVETTE TODAY #162 - A Preview Of The GM Nationals at Carlisle

CORVETTE TODAY #162 - A Preview Of The GM Nationals at Carlisle

CORVETTE TODAY goes back to our friends at Carlisle Events to preview one of the largest GM shows in the country (next to Corvettes At Carlisle).

Event Manager, Ken Appell, sits down with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to preview everything going on....and there's more going on than you think!

There is a multitude of things happening during the GM Nationals...Steve was truly amazed!

After you hear this show, you might want to put the GM Nationals on your events calendar!

May 22, 202337:12
CORVETTE TODAY #161 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid-May 2023
May 15, 202335:24
CORVETTE TODAY #160-Harlan Charles, Josh Holder & Tadge Juechter Answer YOUR Questions!

CORVETTE TODAY #160-Harlan Charles, Josh Holder & Tadge Juechter Answer YOUR Questions!

We have reached the Summit - the top of the mountain for CORVETTE TODAY!

Corvette Brand Manager, Harlan Charles, Chief Engineer, Josh Holder and Executive Chief Engineer, Tadge Juechter are on this hour-long show for CORVETTE TODAY answering YOUR questions!

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, was fortunate and lucky enough to get the "Holy Trinity" for Corvette to sit down with him during the Michelin NCM Bash and talk Corvette.

All 3 are informative, insightful and funny as they answer your questions from MidEngineCorvetteForum and CorvetteForum.

DON'T MISS THIS SHOW...listen to it or watch on YouTube.  We have actual footage of all 3 talking to Steve Garrett on YouTube!

This is epic...the three main men of Corvette are on this week's CORVETTE TODAY show!

May 08, 202359:55
CORVETTE TODAY #159 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early May 2023

CORVETTE TODAY #159 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early May 2023

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, is fresh back from the National Corvette Museum's Michelin NCM Bash. And so is Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com.


Steve and Keith bring you up-to-speed on the latest news in the world of Corvette. Plus, they offer an overview of the Michelin NCM Bash as well.


Here are some of the topics that Steve and Keith will cover next week:


1. The C8 E-Ray VIN #001 sells at Barrett Jackson for $1.1million

2. Corvette Racing results at Long Beach and Spa

3. A C8 Z06 brakes the 9's on the track

4. Oops...a C8 Z06 is delivered with a Stingray badge, not a Crossed Flags badge

5. GM will be phasing out Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

6.  What's new for Corvette coming in 2024.

7.  Corvette is the coolest thing made in Kentucky


Plus, we will have a full wrap-up of the Michelin NCM Bash too! Be sure to join us on this week's CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines show.


Listen to the podcast, watch the YouTube video, join the Facebook group, sign up for email notifications and shop in the Merchandise Store at:

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May 01, 202338:54
CORVETTE TODAY #158 - Meet Aaron Link, Chevrolet's Global Vehicle Performance Manager, Performance Cars

CORVETTE TODAY #158 - Meet Aaron Link, Chevrolet's Global Vehicle Performance Manager, Performance Cars

On this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, you get to meet another one of the men behind the scenes of Corvette.


Aaron Link is Chevrolet's Global Vehicle Performance Manager.  He is responsible for how your Corvette rides and feels when you drive it.


Aaron joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, and talks about his upbringing, his school career and how he got his job with GM.  Aaron has had one job...with GM!


Aaron talks about his involvement with the C8 Corvette and its variants.  And like so many on the Corvette team, this is his dream job!


Get up close and personal with Aaron Link on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

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CORVETTE TODAY #155 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early April 2023

CORVETTE TODAY #155 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early April 2023

Spring has sprung, flowers are starting to peek through, and the flow of Corvette information continues to permeate our world. Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger makes his every-other-week return to CORVETTE TODAY along with your host, Steve Garrett, to provide you with the latest insight on what's happening in the world of Corvette.


Here are a few of the topics Steve and Keith will cover this week:


1. A judge grants class action lawsuit status to GM's 8-speed transmission lawsuit.

2. You can now download the 2023 Corvette brochure.

3. The Engine Appearance Package, Z06 Engine Cover and X-Brace are now available for purchase.

4. Barrett Jackson will sell VIN #001 E-Ray later this month in Palm Beach.

5. Chevrolet adds gloss black wheels to the E-Ray Visualizer.

6. The C8 Corvette runs almost 192 mph on the shuttle runway.


CORVETTE TODAY keeps you "in the know" on everything Corvette every other week! Don't miss this update available right now! And be sure to forward this email along to your Corvette friends!

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