CORVETTE TODAY
By Steve Garrett
CORVETTE TODAYAug 03, 2020
CORVETTE TODAY #212 - The Return of Tadge, Harlan and Josh!
CORVETTE TODAY #212 - Tadge Juechter, Harlan Charles & Josh Holder Make A Return Appearance!
They did this last year - they're doing it again this year!
This week, Executive Chief Engineer, Tadge Juechter, Brand Manager, Harlan Charles and Corvette Chief Engineer, Josh Holder are back on CORVETTE TODAY answering your questions!
Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, solicited questions from members of MidEngineCorvetteForum and CorvetteForum.com. The "Three Horsemen" answer these questions on this week's show.
Realize that this has never happened in the 71 years of Corvette. And now, next week's show marks the second time all three leaders of the Corvette team have answered your questions on CORVETTE TODAY.
Plus, the YouTube video was filmed live. So you see Tadge, Harlan and Josh talking while Steve asks the questions!
You can listen and watch the Corvette team answer your questions on CORVETTE TODAY!
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CORVETTE TODAY #211 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late April 2024
CORVETTE TODAY #211 - CORVETTE NEWS & HEADLINES, LATE APRIL 2024
The NCM Michelin Bash is now complete! And there was a lot of Corvette news and information gleaned from this event. Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger were both in attendance.
So this CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines show is packed with new, fresh information from the Bash. So it's an expanded episode of CORVETTE TODAY, covering everything learned at the Bash for 2025!
Here are other stories you'll get on this new edition of CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines show this week:
- Corvette Chief Engineer Tadge Juechter announces his retirement later this summer
- Corvette Racing at Imola and Long Beach
- Lingenfelter dyno's the first supercharged E-Ray
- UPDATE: GM will now warranty the non-flipped Z06
- A special tribute to CORVETTE TODAY as we just started year #5
If you weren't able to attend the NCM Michelin Bash, no problem! Steve and Keith make sure you get all the newest Corvette information from the Bash on this week's CORVETTE TODAY show.
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CORVETTE TODAY #210 - Celebrating 50 Years Of The NCRS
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.
CORVETTE TODAY #209 - The Start Of Year #5 Plus News & Headlines, Mid April 2024
CORVETTE TODAY #209 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid-April 2024
The CORVETTE TODAY show hits another milestone with this episode. Next week's show marks the beginning of year #5 for CORVETTE TODAY. Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger reminisce about the show's early beginnings and also cover stories like these and more...
- GM delivers over 8,500 Corvettes in the first quarter of this year
- Corvette dominates 1st quarter Sports Car sales of 2024
- GM blocked the warranty of a Z06 owner who never sold his car
- A video shows an E-Ray launching 0-60 mph in 2.1 seconds!
- Boost District twin turbo's an E-Ray
Please be sure to join us as we celebrate the beginning of year #5 of the only current podcast dedicated to Corvette...CORVETTE TODAY!
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CORVETTE TODAY #208 - Celebrating 15 Years Of NCM Insurance
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.
CORVETTE TODAY #207 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early April 2024
CORVETTE TODAY #207 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early April 2024
Wow...the month of March flew by! But we still have the most current and up-to-date news in the world of Corvette every other week on CORVETTE TODAY.
Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com returns with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett to cover these stories and more...
- Motortrend magazine names Corvette as the most iconic car in the last 75 years!
- Mobil 1 The Grid profiles the new C8 Corvette GT3.R Z06
- The NCM Motorsports Park adds 2 new E-Rays to their fleet
- GM shuts down the program that shares customer driving data with insurance agencies
- GM issues a TechLink article about leaky C8 convertible tops
Congratulations...you're one of the "cool people" - you listen and watch the CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines show every 2 weeks, which makes you "smarter than the average bear" (thank you Yogi Bear!).
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CORVETTE TODAY #206 - Celebrating 50 Years Of Lingenfelter Performance Engineering With Ken Lingenfelter
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.
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...
- MacMulkin and Criswell Chevrolet get their first customer E-Rays
- The 2024 Corvette makes the Top 5 in Kelly Blue Book's Best Resale Value Award
- E-Ray #18 already listed for sale for $389,995
- Dave Kindig's version of the C1 Corvette, the CF-1, wins the coveted Riddler Award at the 2024 Detroit Autorama
- An E-Ray hits the dyno and has the highest torque of any Corvette
- 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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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!
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...
- 2024 E-Rays are now shipping to customers
- The list of teams racing at Le Mans has been released. Is Corvette Racing on that list?
- Chevrolet cuts prices on two sets of wheels for the 2024 Corvette Stingray
- He just got out of prison and needed a ride home. So he steals a transport with eight Corvettes on it
- 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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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.
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...
- NCM President and CEO, Sharon Brawner, has left her position at the Museum
- GM recalls some C8 Corvettes because of lighting issues
- We have new C8 ZR1 sightings!
- Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is a C8 Z06 owner!
- The NCM announces a new exhibit
- 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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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!
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!
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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.
CORVETTE TODAY #197 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid January 2024
CORVETTE TODAY #197 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid January 2024
I don't know about you, but I thought that during the winter, things would slow down in regards to Corvette news. I was really wrong! Next week's News & Headlines show is packed with a ton of Corvette information.
Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger is back and joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett to keep you up-to-date on what's going on in the world of Corvette. Here are a few of the stories Steve and Keith cover:
- We have a final count on 2023 Corvettes built!
- BGA plant tours close February 5th
- E-Ray production started last week
- A new era of Corvette Racing starts in Daytona soon
- Ron Fellows to be inducted into the Sebring Hall Of Fame
- We have a new E-Ray video on Corvette Academy
CORVETTE TODAY's News & Headlines show every other week is your best resource to keep you current on what's going on in the world of Corvette!
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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!
CORVETTE TODAY #195 - Corvette News & Headlines & The Biggest Stories of 2023
CORVETTE TODAY #195 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early January 2024
Our first News & Headlines show of 2024 takes a look back at the biggest stories of last year! Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett along with Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger look back at 2023 and give a glimpse of what we can expect for 2024.
Here are a few of the stories that Steve and Keith will cover:
- Chevrolet announces the C8 E-Ray and starts building them in December 2023
- We think more Corvettes were built in 2023 than in any other year!
- Kai Spande retires as the Plant Director of the Bowling Green Assembly Plant
- Corvette Racing concludes after the 2023 season
- The C8 ZR1 is seen testing at the Nurburgring
- The Corvette community loses a legend with the passing of Reeves Calaway
Start off 2024 with this 2023 Corvette retrospective with Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett on CORVETTE TODAY.
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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!
CORVETTE TODAY #193 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late December 2023
CORVETTE TODAY #193 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late December 2023
Happy holidays from CORVETTE TODAY!!! I hope your holiday season is going well.
Even though Christmas falls on the same day that each weekly CORVETTE TODAY show launches, we will still provide you with a Christmas Edition of our popular News & Headlines show!
Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to discuss these topics below and more...
- The Drive names the E-Ray as the best performance car for 2024
- E-Ray production has begun!
- The National Corvette Museum announces its 2024 schedule
- The National Corvette Museum also names a new R8C Delivery Manager
- Corvette wins the Canada Black Book 2023 Best Retained Value award
Again, happy holidays from CORVETTE TODAY! It's pretty cool that Christmas and CORVETTE TODAY arrive on the same day this year.
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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.
CORVETTE TODAY #191 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid December 2024
We hope you're enjoying the holiday season. And we also hope this includes listening or watching CORVETTE TODAY on a weekly basis.
Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger back to the show to bring you the latest news & headlines in the world of Corvette.
Here are a few of the topics Steve and Keith cover:
- The Bowling Green Assembly Plant will close plant tours on February 5th
- E-Ray production has now been moved to January/February 2024
- The C8 Corvette is on Car & Driver's 10Best List again
- The E-Ray will compete for Road & Track's 2024 Performance Car Of The Year
- The National Corvette Museum makes it's 2,500th R8C Corvette delivery
If you think that Corvette news slows down during the holiday season, we beg to differ. Plus, we are also approaching a CORVETTE TODAY milestone - episode #200 is fast approaching! Thank you for your loyalty and dedication to CORVETTE TODAY.
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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!
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:
- Corvette wins Strategic Vision's Total Quality Award
- GM ratifies the new UAW contract
- MotorTrend adds the C8 Z06 to its long-term test fleet
- Car & Driver recreates it's 0-150-0 test and the C8 Z06 shines
- 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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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!
CORVETTE TODAY #187 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid November 2023
Well, the UAW strike appears to have been resolved. And we can look towards the holiday season with promise and excitement.
As he always does every other week, Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to bring you the most current Corvette news available.
Here are a few of the topics Steve and Keith discuss...
- The E-Ray is honored with the 2023 Vehicle Engineer Team award
- All of the 2024 Owner's Manuals are now available for download
- The final race for Corvette Racing
- A GM parts catalog leak confirms the upcoming ZR1 with a turbo powered LT7 engine
- Guns & Roses lead guitarist, Slash, is selling his 1966 C2 Corvette
- A fire destroys the hanger in California where the C8 Corvette was revealed in July 2019
These topics and more will be covered on next week's CORVETTE TODAY show on podcast and YouTube!
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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!
CORVETTE TODAY #185 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late October 2023
CORVETTE TODAY #185 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late October 2023
As we start to enter the holiday season, we still have plenty of fresh, new Corvette information to tell you about. And who better to deliver all this Corvette new to you but your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.
Here are some of the news highlights Steve and Keith will talk about....
1. The Bowling Green Assembly Plant is experiencing a temporary parts shortage, but it's not related to the UAW strike
2. The C5.R Corvette Race car is inducted into the IMSA Hall of Fame
3. Is GM and the UAW getting closer to a deal?
4. A GM dealership is actually selling new Corvettes BELOW MSRP
5. 5 new Corvettes are shipped to Michigan, but they are supposed to be delivered at the National Corvette Museum
CORVETTE TODAY continues to be one of THE best sources for Corvette news and updates every two weeks with the News & Headlines show! Be sure to tune in every 2 weeks.
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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.
CORVETTE TODAY #183 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid October 2023
Just when you think all is quiet in the world of Corvette, we have a ton of things to keep you current and up-to-date about.
Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger is back and joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to bring you the latest scoop and juicy tidbits about America's Sports Car!
Here are some of the topics Steve and Keith talk about next week...
1. The C8 Corvette ZR1 prototypes are spotted with minimal camouflage in Germany
2. Chevrolet raises C8 Corvette pricing effective this month
3. GM delivers over 8,400 Corvettes in the 3rd quarter of this year
4. The 2024 C8 Corvette VIN #001 is delivered at the National Corvette Museum
5. Former GM Exec Bob Lutz, joins the board at Carbon Revolution
This News & Headlines show truly delivers! You'll know everything there is to know about Corvette with this upcoming CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines show!
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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!
CORVETTE TODAY #181 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early October 2023
CORVETTE TODAY #181 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early October 2023
Fall is here and in full swing. The automotive industry is going through a tumultuous time right now with the United Auto Workers striking the Big 3 automakers.
Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, teams up again with Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger to bring you the most up-to-date information in the world of Corvette. Besides the UAW strike, here are some of the other Corvette topics that Steve and Keith will discuss:
1. 2024 Corvette production started on Monday, September 18th
2. Two ZR1 prototypes are spotted in Colorado with no wheel coverings and no exhaust sounds
3. A C3 Corvette gets a "Mako-over" into a Mako Shark II
4. A C8 Z06 falls off a lift at a dealership
5. A 2023 70th Anniversary Z06 sells at Mecum for $247,500
6. A Chevy Silverado rolls over a C8 Corvette....ON PURPOSE!
Every other week, CORVETTE TODAY brings you the latest news in the world of Corvette to keep you informed on what's happening with America's Sports Car!
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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!
CORVETTE TODAY #179 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid September 2023
CORVETTE TODAY #179 - CORVETTE NEWS & HEADLINES, MID-SEPTEMBER 2023
Car Show Season is winding down and Fall is right around the corner. The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. However, as we get closer and closer to the new season, there is no shortage of Corvette news!
Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, teams up with Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger once again to keep you up to date on what's happening in the world of Corvette.
Here are a few of the topics Steve and Keith bring you next week:
1. 2023 Corvette production hits a new milestone
2. The C8 Z06 hits Japan
3. Corvette ranks highest in JD Power's Multi Media Study
4. Is the C8's "Great Wall of Buttons" really going away in 2025?
5. This year's Corvette Hall Of Fame inductees
6. A Batmobile based on a 1992 Corvette sells on Bring A Trailer
Count on CORVETTE TODAY to bring you the latest news in the world of Corvette every other week with your host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.
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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!
CORVETTE TODAY #177 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early September 2023
CORVETTE TODAY #177 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early September 2023
Corvettes at Carlisle is now done, the Anniversary celebration at the National Corvette Museum is complete. It's the week of Labor Day, and your CORVETTE TODAY host Steve Garrett teams up with Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger to bring you the latest news & headlines in the world of America's Sports Car.
Here are a few of the topics Steve and Keith cover next week:
1. 2023 Corvette production officially surpasses 50,000 units
2. 2024 E-Ray ordering is delayed
3. Corvette is one of the Top 20 fastest selling used cars on the market
4. Did we see a C8 ZR1 prototype testing in Southern Ohio?
5. Jordan Taylor discusses his difficult decision to leave Corvette Racing
Enjoy your Labor Day week and be sure to make CORVETTE TODAY part of your holiday plans!
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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!
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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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!
CORVETTE TODAY #173 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early August 2023
CORVETTE TODAY #173 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early August 2023
Well, here we are - the beginning of August. We are still in the dog-days of Summer. Kids will be going back to school soon. Corvettes at Carlisle is at the end of this month. And yes, it may still be hot outside, but "hot" also describes the Corvette news we have for you next week.
Just like clockwork, Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett to bring you the hottest news in the world of Corvette!
Here are some of the headlines that Steve and Keith cover:
1. GM will still have a no-flip policy for the Z06 in 2024, but no 500,000 GM Loyalty Points
2. 2024 Corvette orders began on July 27th
3. The 1954 "Styling" Corvette goes to auction
4. See all 70 years of Corvette at the Woodward Dream Show
5. A 1954 Corvette once owned by Jerry Lee Lewis is for sale on Facebook
These and other HOT Corvette stories coming your way next week on CORVETTE TODAY!
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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.
CORVETTE TODAY #171 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late July 2023
CORVETTE TODAY #171 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid July 2023
We are in the thick of car show season and the news in the world of Corvette just keeps on flowing! Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger is back on the big show and joins your CORVETTE TODAY host Steve Garrett. There are a lot of critical Corvette topics covered - here are just a few:
1. The 2024 Corvette Order Guide and pricing is now available
2. Chevrolet increases the price of the R8C Museum Delivery
3. Callaway Cars claims 687 horsepower and 643 lbs of torque with new C8 supercharger package
4. Ron Fellows sets a new production lap time in the C8 Z06
5. Ciocca Chevrolet is awarded Dealer of the Year by Chevrolet
6. Corvette legend Reeves Callaway passes away
This episode of CORVETTE TODAY is packed with Corvette information and details everyone wants to know about. Be sure to check out this new show on podcast and YouTube starting this Sunday at midnight Eastern Time.
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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.
CORVETTE TODAY #169 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early July 2023
CORVETTE TODAY #169 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid-July 2023
The 4th of July is now behind us, we are full-on into Summer. And CORVETTE TODAY has a plethora of news and headlines to keep you fully immersed in the world of Corvette.
Keith Cornett is back on the big show, along with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to bring you the latest on what's happening with America's Sports Car.
Here are a few of the things Steve and Keith discuss next week:
1. Pratt & Miller Motorsports is set to debut in 2024
2. TF Sport will campaign with two GT3.Rs in the WEC next year
3. The National Corvette Museum debuts a new skywall video display at the 70th Anniversary exhibit
4. The world's only 1965 Split Window Corvette sells on Ebay
5. A C7 ZR1 hits 207 miles per hour
Stay on top of everything Corvette with next week's CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines show!
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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!
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CORVETTE TODAY #167 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late June 2023
CORVETTE TODAY #167 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late June 2023
Summer is officially here...so is car show season! There's lots going on, including lots of Corvette news! Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger makes his return appearance with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to keep you up-to-date on everything that's happening in the world of Corvette.
Here are a few of the stories Steve and Keith will cover next week:
1. The C8 Corvette E-Ray will begin shipping in mid-October 2023
2. GM has a fix for two issues with the C8 Z06 LT6 engine
3. C8 ZR1 prototypes spotting in Colorado
4. Corvette Academy puts out a new E-Ray video about the performance app
5. Why is Speed Phenom selling his C8 Z06?
6. Want to buy Jon Bon Jovi's 1974 Corvette? It's for sale on Ebay...
Suntanners, turn over and enjoy next week's CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines show!
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CORVETTE TODAY #166 - Summer Vendor Showcase 2023
CORVETTE TODAY #166 - Summer Vendor Showcase 2023
CORVETTE TODAY offers up another outstanding Vendor Showcase episode, which highlights three companies that you should know about! Featured on this show are CarCapsule, Wheel Craft and Soul Performance Products.
Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, talks with the owners of all three companies. They off some very unique items for your Corvette along with some exclusive CORVETTE TODAY discounts!
Be sure to check out this week's CORVETTE TODAY show and these terrific companies along with their offerings.
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CORVETTE TODAY #165 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early June 2023
CORVETTE TODAY #165 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early June 2023
If you're a Corvette Racing fan, you do NOT want to miss next week's CORVETTE TODAY show. Corvette Racing dropped a huge bombshell on the future of Corvette Racing.
Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger have all the details. Plus, there is never a shortage of Corvette news to cover! Here are some of the other headlines that Steve and Keith cover:
1. Chevrolet is adjusting its Rewards Program for Z06 owners
2. Chevrolet has surpassed over 40,000 C8 Corvettes built in the 2023 model year
3. Pratt & Miller hosts a live stream of the 24 Hours of Le Mans
4. The Stingray Grille at the National Corvette Museum is featured by Guy Fieri of Food Network
5. In Japan, if you but a C8 Z06, you can have any color you want....as long as it's black
6. Corvette Racing's HUGE win at Le Mans!
Next week's show is jam-packed full of information that you do not want to miss! Especially the news about Corvette Racing.
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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.
CORVETTE TODAY #163 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late May 2023
As we enter the Memorial Day week, there is a lot of news coming out in the world of Corvette! Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger is back on the show with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to detail all the important things happening with America's Sports Car.
Here are a few of the topics covered by Steve and Keith on next week's show:
1. Engineers are spotted in what we think is the C8 ZR1 prototype
2. We have two new E-Ray videos available
3. New Z06 allocations went out in the middle of this month (May 2023)
4. The National Corvette Museum names a new Marketing Director
5. Australia recalls the 2022 C8 Corvette for being too loud
6. Did GM's Instagram page give us a C9 Corvette preview?
Just because it's a holiday week doesn't mean that Corvette news slows down! These stories and many more are part of the Memorial Day week News & Headlines show.
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