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The Grand Sport has always played an important part of the Corvette legacy, even dating back to the time of the Father of the Corvette, Zora Arkus Duntov.

Did you know that there is a home for all Grand Sport owners to gather, talk shop and have fun?  The Grand Sport Registry has been around since the 1990's.  Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes the leader of the Grand Sport Registry, John Hutchinson, to the show.

Hutch tells you all about the Registry, how to join, the history of the GSR and some of the discounts you get by being a member.  As a matter of fact, you don't have own a Grand Sport in order to join the Registry - just be a fan!

Learn everything about the Grand Sport Registry on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY (ranked #5 worldwide in Automotive podcasts by FeedSpot Podcasts).

CORVETTE TODAY #337 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late September 2026

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I don't know where the Spring and Summer went, but they flew by for me. We are full into Fall now!

CORVETTE TODAY brings you the latest news & headlines from our Corvette community next week. Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to cover these headlines and more!

1. The Bowling Green Assembly Plant celebrates 45 years of building Corvettes
2. The C8 Grand Sport leads production 2 weeks ago
3. Amazon's new Grand Tour show checks out the C8 ZR1
4. The C8 Grand Sport blows away all other Corvettes in a lateral acceleration test

Start the Fall season off the right way! Check out the CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines Show next week.

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In the early days of Corvette, there were a small handful of dealerships that truly forged the way in promoting America's Sports Car.  One of those dealerships was Malcolm Konner Chevrolet.

This dealership was a trailblazer when it came to promotion of Corvette, creativity in sales and offering Corvette enthusiasts one-of-a-kind opportunities related to Corvette.

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes Gary Konner, the son of Malcolm Konner, to the show.  Steve and Gary trace the history of the dealership, talk about how they promoted Corvette and highlight some of the famous celebrities and Corvette VIP's that would come to the dealership.  It's a look into the great relationship and history that Malcom Konner Chevrolet shared with Corvette.

Take a look back in time with us at Malcolm Konner Chevrolet on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

CORVETTE TODAY #335 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid September 2026

Just like clockwork, for over 7 years, CORVETTE TODAY brings you a News & Headlines Show every other week!

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger team up once again to keep you informed on what's going on in our Corvette community. Steve and Keith are just back from the Anniversary Celebration at the National Corvette Museum last week. Here are a few of the topics that Steve and Keith will cover on the show...

1. Chevrolet ends loyalty cash rebate incentives
2. The C8 ZR1 joins Disney World's test track at EPCOT
3. The ZR1 challenges the E-Ray in a 1/4 mile run
4. Driving reviews for the Grand Sport X are now out
5. We will overview the Anniversary Celebration at the National Corvette Museum

Stay on top of everything Corvette with our News & Headlines Shows every other week!

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The Build Your Own Engine Program is back for Corvette.  And the Area Manager for the Performance Build Center at the Bowling Green Assembly Plant is going to tell you all about it on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes Brad Daughenbaugh to the show.  Steve and Brad talk about everything related to the Build Your Own Engine Program, from what it takes to become a master mechanic for the Performance Build Center, to what steps you'll go through when you build your engine, the full day's itinerary and what happens to that engine after you build it to insure its properly assembled.

It's a fascinating "behind the scenes" look at this fantastic program on this week's CORVETTE TODAY show.

CORVETTE TODAY #333 - Corvette News & Headlines,

Early September 2026

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As we head towards Labor Day Weekend, your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, brings back Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger to help deliver you the latest Corvette news! Steve and Keith will be getting back from Corvettes at Carlisle on Sunday. They will cover everything from the show along with these stories and more...

1. The Bowling Green Assembly Plant build more Grand Sports than any other Corvette on August 12th
2. The Grand Sport X accounted for 5.2% of production in the first 2 weeks it was built
3. The Grand Sport X configurator is finally live at Chevrolet.com
4. Chevrolet extends $4,000 cash loyalty rebate to ALL Corvettes in 2026
5. The ZR1X dominates in the 0-150-0 test with Car & Driver

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Every year, we celebrate the new inductees into the Corvette Hall Of Fame.  But did you ever wonder how they got nominated and elected?

On this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, your host, Steve Garrett, welcomes back to the show, Ryan Eichler, the Director of Marketing and Communications for the National Corvette Museum.

Steve and Ryan take you through the entire process, from nomination to induction.  Ryan also explains how you can nominate someone for the Corvette Hall Of Fame yourself!

It's a fascinating "behind the scenes" look at the Corvette Hall Of Fame on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

CORVETTE TODAY #331 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid August 2026

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As we approach Corvettes at Carlisle and the Anniversary Celebration at the National Corvette Museum, CORVETTE TODAY brings you all the latest news in the Corvette community!

Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to bring you these headlines and more...

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1. Is the Bowling Green Assembly Plant looking at a 3 week shutdown due to supplier constraints?
2. The LS6 engine switches to Mobil 1 5-50w Supercar oil for better protection
3. Grand Sport colors are ranked based up ordering popularity
4. The first Grand Sport X's were completed last week
5. A rundown of the Corvettes sold at Monterey Car Week

These stories and more are coming up on the CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines show this week!

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Mike Furman from Criswell Chevrolet has been selling Corvettes for 49 years.  He has accomplished what no other Corvette salesperson has done...he has sold and delivered over 7,000 Corvettes!

Mike sits down with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to talk about this monumentous event.  The story behind delivery #7,000 is a very cool one too - it was a surprise delivery to the recipient!  This person had no idea that they were taking delivery of Corvette #7,000.  Mike goes over all of that in great detail.

He had a huge crowd there for this event too.  Mike goes over a few of the dignitaries that were there and tells you what lucky #7,000 received as part of their delivery.

Honestly, wee don't think that anyone will every break this record.  Hear about Corvette sale and delivery #7,000 for Mike Furman on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

CORVETTE TODAY #329 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early August 2026

Wow - the month of August is already here! The summer is flying by...

Your "Dynamic Duo" is back to bring you the latest news in the Corvette community. Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger are back to cover these headlines and more...

1. The National Corvette Museum opens a new Grand Sport exhibit.
2. A report details the financial impact of the Corvette Assembly Plant on Bowling Green, KY
3. A Stars & Steel Edition ZR1 sells at the Mecum Harrisburg auction for $561,000
4. The NCM Motorsports Park Fantasy Camp expands to a 2nd date in October

These stories and more will be covered on the CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines show - one of the best ways to stay on top of what's happening in the Corvette community .

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Corvettes At Carlisle is the largest Corvette show in the country every year!

And to get a preview of this years show, your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes back Lance Miller, the co-owner of the show.

Steve and Lance give you an in-depth preview of this years show.  They talk about the vendors that will be exhibiting this year, what seminars you can attend, the Swap Meet that happens every year during the show, and what there is to do for women and children.  Lance also tells you about the Corvettes at Carlisle app, which is a life-saver when you're attending the show.

If you've never attended Corvettes at Carlisle, you're missing out!  Listen or watch this show and make plans to attend this year and every year.

It's your Corvettes at Carlisle preview on CORVETTE TODAY!

CORVETTE TODAY #327 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid July 2026

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It's the Dog Days of Summer, and there is no slowing down of Corvette news and information flowing through the Corvette community. Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes back Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger to keep you current and up-to-date on these news stories and headlines and a lot more!​

1. The Grand Sport now makes up 35% of Corvette production
2. Chevrolet releases the Order Guide for the Grand Sport X
3. 55 Stars & Steel Corvettes are still available
4. Chevrolet extends the Private Rebate Offer on 2025 and 2026 Z06's & E-Rays
5. Rezvani is bringing a gated manual to the C8
6. One of the five original 1963 Grand Sports will be auctioned during Monterrey Car Week

This is a mall sampling of the stories that Steve and Keith will have for you this week. The CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines Show remains one of the best ways to stay on top of what's happening in the Corvette Community!

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For years and years, the Corvette Black Book has been a staple in the Corvette community.  But the Black Book quit publishing a few years ago.

Enter Kevin Webb, who has purchased the rights to the Corvette Black Book and has made the book into an app!

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, sits down with Kevin and explores all aspects of the Vette Pocket Guide.  You'll learn what its got in it, how it has improved on the Corvette Black Book, where you can find the app and its cost.

So if you're missing the Corvette Black Book, the new and improved version called the Vette Pocket Guide app is definitely for you!  Get all the details about it on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

As cars and Corvettes gain more and more horsepower, you need extra cooling to ensure your engine performs properly.  Your radiator is essential to that process.

DeWitt Radiators has been making high performance Corvette radiators for over 30 years.  The company founder, Tom DeWitt, joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to explain exacly that.  Tom talks about the early beginnings of the company, what led to the big break for the company and what cars and Corvettes they make radiators for today.

It's a true learning experience on this CORVETTE TODAY Extra!

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As we enjoy America's 250th birthday, CORVETTE TODAY is still hard at work collecting the latest stories from the Corvette community.

Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to cover these stories and more this week...

1. Chevrolet populates the Build & Buy Configurator for 2027 with Stingray, Z06, ZR1 & ZR1X
2. Chevy brings back the "Heartbeat of America" theme as the new Grand Sport stars in a new TV commercial
3. The ZR1X is Car & Driver's fastest accelerating car in history
4. Chevrolet earns an "above average" rating in the JD Power 2025 Initial Quality Study
5. The ZR1X sets a new record in the Pikes Peak Climb

We hope you had a terrific 4th of July...CORVETTE TODAY is ready for you after the 4th of July with this action-packed News & Headlines show!

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The National Corvette Museum has really stepped up its offerings when you become (or already are) a member of the NCM.

The NCM's Director of Membership, Andrea Bateman, joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, and covers absolutely everything about being a member of the National Corvette Museum.

There are so many perks and benefits of being a member of the NCM.  Some we didn't even know about!  If you're thinking about becoming a member of the Museum, shi si the show for you.  If you're already a member or a Lifetime Member - this is still the show for you.  Steve is a Lifetime Member and learnes so much about membership that he didn't know himself.

This is a "must" listen and/or view episode.  Learn everything you'll want to know about NCM membership on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

CORVETTE TODAY #323 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid June 2026

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As we start the new 2027 model year of production, CORVETTE TODAY is staying on top of everything going on in our Corvette community.

Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger returns to the show with your host, Steve Garrett, to bring you these stories and more...

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1. Plant tours at the Bowling Green Assembly Plant have resumed for the summer
2. The Grand Sport configurator is online and now has pricing
3. Grand Sport X allocations have been distributed to dealers
4. Corvette Racing wins at Le Mans
5. Edmunds names the C6 Corvette as one of the five best used performance cars under $25,000

Every two weeks, you get complete and comprehensive Corvette coverage with the CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines Show!

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This episode of CORVETTE TODAY gives you a true "behind the scenes" look at how Chevrolet designs special edition cars and design looks.

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes Adam Barry and Vlad Kapitonov to the show.  These are the designers who created the Stars & Steel motif for not only Corvette, but also for trucks in the Chevrolet lineup.

Adam and Vlad take you inside the GM Design Studio...they talk about how the Stars & Steel design came about, why it looks the way it does, how it's modified for each vehicle and how they varied the design for the Indianapolis 500 Pace Car.  They also cover extra options you can order for the car, interior combinations and how you can order one for yourself!

It's a look inside GM and Chevy special editions and design that you won't get anywhere else except for CORVETTE TODAY!

CORVETTE TODAY #321 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early June 2026

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This week marks the official start of the 2027 model year for Corvette. And CORVETTE TODAY is on top of all the news and headlines!

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Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes back Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger to report on these news stories and more...

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1. Chevrolet did a "cool stunt" during the Indianapolis 500
2. We had a podium finish for Corvette Racing in Detroit
3. We have unofficial production numbers for the 2026 model year
4. Chevrolet has been shipping 2026 Corvettes to Michigan for Quality Control repairs
5. ZR1 production surpasses 1,500 units for 2026

These are just a few of the stories we have for you this week! Once again, CORVETTE TODAY is one of the best Corvette news sources in the Corvette Community.

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The National Corvette Restorer's Society is embarking on a new class of judging, which includes all years and generations of Corvette.  It's called the Open Class.

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes back to the show, Roy Sinor.  Roy is in charge of judging for the NCRS.  Roy explains why the NCRS is taking on this new judging category, how it differs from judging the NCRS does already, how a Corvette is judged and graded in this new category and what you win when you enter your car into the Open Judging category.

Steve and Roy cover everything from soup to nuts in this show.  So if you have a newer generation Corvette, now the NCRS has a judging category for you!

Learn everything about Open Class judging on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

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CORVETTE TODAY #319 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late May 2026

Happy Memorial Day!

It's the unofficial start of summer with the holiday and CORVETTE TODAY stays on top of everything going on in our Corvette community. Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett to deliver all the news about America's Sports Car.

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

1. We now have ordering protocols for the 2027 Grand Sport and Grand Sport X
2. GM's bean counters have killed something midway through the 2026 model year that you may not know about
3. The 2027 Grand Sport places well in the One Lap of America
4. Michal Jordan's Corvette is on display at the National Corvette Museum
5. Jay Leno gives away a 2026 Corvette on Wheel of Fortune 
6. GM CEO Mary Barra was on Good Morning America from the Bowling Green Assembly Plant

These stories and much more are on our CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines Show this week!

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2026 is the 100th anniversary of Route 66.  And who better to talk about it than the man who leads guided tours of Route 66, Austin Coop of 2 Lane America.

Austin was on CORVETTE TODAY back in Mid January of 2023 (Episode #144) talking about his company.  Well, Austin joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, once again to talk about the centennial celebration of Route 66 and how you can connect with 2 Land America and join in the celebration!

Learn all about "The Mother Road" and what's planned for Route 66 and we celebrate its 100th birthday.  Austin also tells you about what 2 Lane America has in store for the centennial.

Get ready for a roadtrip and celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66 with CORVETTE TODAY!

CORVETTE TODAY #317 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid May 2026

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With the NCM Michelin Bash in our rear-view mirror and our CORVETTE TODAY show where the Corvette team answers your questions going strong, we are still getting a full stream of Corvette news coming out!

Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett and brings you these Corvette headlines and more...

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1. Chevrolet confirms approximately 25,000 Corvettes were built for 2026
2. Chevrolet's live inventory tracker shows over 5,000 Corvettes available in dealer's lots
3. We saw our first Corvette ZR1X Quail Edition for sale on Bring-A-Trailer
4. The ZR1X is the official pace car for the Indianapolis 500
5. A stock ZR1 runs a 9.161 in the quarter mile and sets a new world record

Stay informed...CORVETTE TODAY's News & Headlines show remains one of the best ways to stay current and up-to-date on what's happening in the Corvette community!

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CORVETTE TODAY brings you another high quality Vendor Showcase for the Corvette community.

On this Vendor Showcase, you'll hear from the folks at E5 Wheels, who make forged wheels exclusively for Corvette! You'll also hear from the Radiator Grille Store and find out about their expanded Corvette offerings. And finally, your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, talks to Soler Engineering about their new offering for the Corvette Z06 and more.

You'll also learn about discount codes for the Radiator Grille Store and Soler Engineering. Take advantage of these offerings and discounts from these fine vendors!

This is the show you've been waiting for...it's our 4th Annual Show where the Corvette team answers YOUR questions!

This year, your CORVETTE TODAY host, welcomes Josh Holder, Corvette Chief Engineer and Austin Fisher, Corvette Brand Marketing Manager to the show.  We have solicited questions from MidEngineCorvetteForum.com and CorvetteForum.com.  Josh and Austin answer those questions on this episode.

You will never get this kind of Corvette coverage anywhere else.  The Corvette team answers your questions on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

CORVETTE TODAY #315 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late April 2026

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It is a busy week this week with the National Corvette Museum's Michelin Bash concluding over the weekend. Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger have just returned from the Bash.

Steve and Keith will cover everything from the Bash for you - just in case you weren't able to attend! We also have these stories to fill you in on...

1. We have Grand Sport allocations and key dates for ordering
2. The new Corvette Order Guide is out and online
3. We have Grand Sport X pricing
4. 2026 options that are being retired for next year
5. Constraint reports are out for the first order cycle for the 2027 Model Year

All this and everything from the NCM Michelin Bash on the the CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines Show.

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In this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, you'll learn everything about the National Corvette Museum's Motorsports Park.

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett welcomes Morgan Watson, the NCM's Marketing Manager to the show.  Together, they cover everything you need to know about MSP (Motorsports Park).

You'll learn what makes MSP so unique.  Find out about their Driver's Club Experience and Fantasy Camps, what expansion is planned for the future, and their partnership with Mobil 1.

Steve and Morgan literally cover it all.  It's a "soup to nuts" experience about the NCM Motorsports Park on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

It's The Beginning Of Year #7! CORVETTE TODAY #313 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid April 2026

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We are absolutely thrilled to announce that this week's show begins year #7 for the CORVETTE TODAY Podcast Show. CORVETTE TODAY started in mid April 2020. It has been an honor to bring the Corvette community the latest news and headlines and also interview A-List people that are vital to Corvette.

As always, your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett welcomes back Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger to keep you current and up-to date on what's happening in our Corvette community.

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

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1. The Grand Sport configurator is now live online
2. GM delivered over 6,200 Corvettes in the first quarter of 2026
3. A Stop Sale issued for the C8 Corvette
4. Corvette Chief Engineer Josh Holder says the Grand Sport completes the C8 lineup
5. The Australian company that makes the Carbon Fiber wheels for Corvette files for bankruptcy

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CORVETTE TODAY continues to be one of the leading sources of news in the world of Corvette. Join us as we celebrate the beginning of year #7 of CORVETTE TODAY this week!

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The National Council of Corvette Clubs has been around for a long time.  Are you familiar with their youth programs?

Rene Cardenas, the NCCC's Vice President of Competition, joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to talk more about those programs.

Rene talks about the rich history of the NCCC.  He also details how individuals or families and Corvette clubs can join the NCCC and the benefits thereof.

We always say in the Corvette community, "start them young liking Corvettes!"  And that's what the NCCC's youth programs are designed to do.  So if you have kids or grandkids that are into your Corvette, or you'd like to get them into our hobby, be sure to check out this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

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CORVETTE TODAY #311 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late March/Early April 2026

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Wow, wow, wow! Things are really happening in our Corvette community. We saw the new Grand Sport at the 12 Hours of Sebring, A formal announcement happened Thursday morning!

And this correlates perfectly with our CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines Show that happens every other week! This week, your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett along with Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger bring you the latest on the Grand Sport and these other stories...

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1. Corvette's Executive Chief Engineer, Tony Roma, says there will be no manual transmission for the C8.
2. The Ron Fellows Corvette Performance Driving School at Spring Mountain will not hold ZR1X classes.
3. The C8 Grand Sport makes its debut at the 12 Hours of Sebring.
4. The ZR1X is the official Pace Car for the Indianapolis 500 this year.
5. We have ordering information about the Stars & Steel Edition cars

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It's another action packed and information packed edition of CORVETTE TODAY's News & Headlines Show!

Here is the news you've been waiting for!

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger give you all the details on the new Grand Sport and the Grand Sport X.

They also give you full details about the new LS6 engine on this CORVETTE TODAY Extra.

The C5 Corvette was an historic generation.  But did you realize that we almost didn't have a C5 Corvette?

Sean Reavie, an automotive author, publisher and historian, joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to talk about Jon Moss and how he helped save the Corvette from extinction.

Jon Moss was the head of the GM Special Vehicle Group at that time.  And Sean's book called Keys To The Kingdom documents the entire C5 story.  Everything was done with extreme secrecy and some thought they were going to go to jail because of it!

It's a gripping story and you can win a copy of Keys To The Kingdom by listening or watching this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

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CORVETTE TODAY #309 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid March 2026

We are still counting down the day until Springtime on March 20th! It's time to wake up those Corvettes from winter hibernation.

It's time, once again, for our world-famous CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines show with your host, Steve Garrett, and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger. And yes, we have a full schedule of Corvette stories to update you on...

1. 2025 and 2026 Corvette owners can now get a free Owner's Manual
2. GM simplifies the transmission fluid service procedure for 2026 Corvettes
3. GM also offers super-secret Quail Edition allocations
4. We have a new commercial for the ZR1X with the Marlboro Man
5. The National Corvette Museum opens a new exhibit

For almost 7 years, the CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines show is consistently one of the best news sources in the Corvette community !

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Michael LaRocca started his term as the President of the Board of Directors at the National Corvette Museum on January 1st, 2026.

Mike joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to talk about a number of topics.  You'll learn about Mike's upbringing, his two businesses, how he became a Board member and how he was elected President.

Mike also talks about the leadership team at the National Corvette Museum, how the Board interacts with them and his vision for the future of the NCM during his term as President.  Mike will also give us an update on the new 66,000 square foot expansion at the Museum and the NCM Motorsports Park.

It's your new Board President, Michael LaRocca, up close and personal, on this episode of CORVETTTE TODAY!

CORVETTE TODAY #307 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early March 2026

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We are SO excited because Springtime is less than a month away! It's almost time to bring our Corvettes out of hibernation and get them back on the road.

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CORVETTE TODAY is back with our News & Headlines show next week, the first one of March 2026. Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to bring you these stories and more...

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1. Chevrolet has hit a new milestone with the C8 ZR1
2. Reviews of the C8 ZR1X are coming soon
3. Corvette Racing will have 4 entries at the 24 Hours of Le Mans
4. The ZR1 earns it's "King of the Hill" nickname on Car & Driver's Lightning Laps
5. Chevrolet ranks high on JD Power's US Dependability Study
6. We finally saw our fist ZR1X customer delivery

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Get ready for Springtime with our CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines Show!

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When we talk about breaking barriers in automotive history, no group did that more than the Damsels Of Design.

In the late '50's, Harley Earl assembled a group of women that helped influence the styling and creativity in General Motors automobiles...even the Corvette!

There is a terrific article about the Damsels of Design in America's Sports Car magazine from the National Corvetet Museum in the January/February/March 2026 issue.  The author of that article, Sean Hixson, joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to really dive into exactly what the Damsels Of Design truly meant to GM and the automotive industry as a whole.

Sean really takes a deep dive into the influence this group of women had and what things they changed that you still see in cars today.

It's a fascinating look at Corvette and automotive history on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

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CORVETTE TODAY #305 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid February 2026

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It seems like we are flying through winter. And CORVETTE TODAY is on top of what's happening in our Corvette community.

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Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett this week to bring you these Corvette stories and more...

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1. Chevrolet will now build Tremec transmissions in the United States
2. Chevrolet extends the $4,000 Customer Loyalty cash rebate through March 2nd
3. The 2026 model year will possibly end early...on May 29th
4. An old Chevrolet commercial is new again..."See The USA In Your Chevrolet"
5. Would you drive an E-Ray with 1,500 horsepower?

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These are just a few of the stories you'll hear about this week. Stay on top of it all with your CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines shows every other week!

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CORVETTE TODAY introduces you to a man who is a legend with the C2 Community and the NCRS.

On this show, your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, introduces you to Roy Sinor.  Roy is synonymous with the C2 Corvettes.  He was the National Judging Chairman for the NCRS for 17 years.  He also started the position at NCRS of Historic Document Services Manager.  He is only one of the first seven people to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from the NCRS.  He also served as the Engine Stamping and Trim Tag Judge for Bloomington Gold.

Roy outlines his history with Corvette, how he got involved and what he is doing today.  It's a fascinating look at a living Corvette legend...Roy Sinor on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

CORVETTE TODAY #303 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early February 2026

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I hope you're staying warm this Winter. It's COLD here in Kansas City!

Irregardless, CORVETTE TODAY is like the postal service...neither rain nor sleet nor snow will stop us from delivering you the latest news in our Corvette community .

Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger joins your CORVETTE TODAY host to bring you these stories and more...

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1. The Federal Trade Commission issues a ban on GM and OnStar, prohibiting them to sell driver information for 5 years
2. Rick Hendrick buys the one-of-one ZR1X at Barrett Jackson for $2.6 million
3. The first race of the year for Corvette Racing at Daytona - we have the results
4. We are losing 2 Corvette colors for 2027
5. The "Build Your Own Engine" program is back for Spring 2026
6. Corvette wins the JD Power US ALG Residual Value Award

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It might be cold outside, but it doesn't mean you can't stay aware of what's going on in the Corvette community. Do that every other week with the CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines Show!

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A huge part of the automobile industry is Extended Service Policies.  The question is, "do I really need one?"

Then, what kind of Extended Service Policy do I want and/or need, what is the cost, how long does the policy last and what is the cost?  Extended Service Contracts are pure profit for car dealerships!

On today's show, your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes Ryan Hartman, the co-founder of Chaiz.com to the show.  Chaiz.com is an aftermarket seller of Extended Service Policies where you can pick and choose the type of policy you want for your Corvette or car, see different companies that offer the policy and the pricing they charge.

It's an unbiased third-party look at Extended Service Contracts without the middle man!  If you've ever wondered if you truly need an extended service policy, this is the show for you!

It's an eye-opening episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

CORVETTE TODAY #301 - Corvette News & Headlines, Mid January 2026

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I hope you had a great holiday season and new year, my friend!

We have lots of news for the Corvette community coming at you next week. Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to discuss these topics and more...

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1. Tour dates for the Bowling Green Assembly Plant announced for 2026
2. The ZR1X gets a price increase and it's Gas Guzzler Tax
3. GM extends Customer Loyalty rebates through February 2nd
4. The ZR1X runs 0-60 in under 2 seconds and the 1/4 mile under 9 seconds
5. Rumors persist that the new LS6 6.7 Liter engine will power the 2027 Stingrays and E-Rays

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We have a LOT more stories to cover! Don't miss next week's fully-packed episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

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It's a milestone show for CORVETTE TODAY...regular weekly episode #300!

And to celebrate this monumentous occasion, your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes Butch Brougher (pronounced Brower) to the show.

Butch has just released a new book called Corvette, The Evolution of an American Icon.  Butch tells you all about the book, how he assembled it and where you can buy it.

Plus, Steve will be giving away 2 copies of the book to two lucky CORVETTE TODAY faithful listeners and viewers.  Simply write to Steve at Steve@CorvetteTodayPodcast.com with your name, address and phone number to be entered into the drawing for one of these two books.

Celebrate 300 regular weekly episodes of CORVETTE TODAY with a book giveaway!

CORVETTE TODAY #299 - The Biggest Corvette Stories of 2025

To start off the new year, your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett teams up with Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger to review the biggest Corvette stories of 2025.

Some of the topics that Steve and Keith will cover are:

1. Harlan Charles and Kirk Bennion are no longer on the Corvette team
2. The National Corvette Museum announces their 66.000 square foot expansion 
3. The ZR1 and ZR1X are the fastest American cars to lap the Nurburgring 
4. Bryce Burklow becomes President and CEO of the National Corvette Museum
5. Corvette introduces two concept cars at The Quail

Start 2026 off and join Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett and review the biggest stories from last year on CORVETTE TODAY!

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We always check in with our friends at the National Corvette Museum at the end of each year to get a preview of the upcoming calendar year.

Ryan Eichler, the Director of Marketing & Communications for the NCM joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to talk about what's coming up for 2026.

Ryan and Steve cover everything NCM, from events and exibits to education, membership and insurance!

Get out your 2026 calendar and check out what's new for 2026 on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.

CORVETTE TODAY #297 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late December 2025

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This week is the week of Christmas! Believe it or not, there is no shortage of Corvette information available to talk about on our News & Headlines show.

Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, and delivers these headlines and more...

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1. Chevrolet celebrates 250 if America with the Stars & Steel package for Corvette
2. There are rumors that the Corvette plant is building ZR1X's, even though dealerships have no allocation for them
3. Top Gear names the ZR1 the American Supercar for 2026
4. The 2024 E-Ray VIN #001 is for sale

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Celebrate the week of Christmas in style with our CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines show!

Oh...and be sure to listen or watch the entire show - we have some Season's Greetings for you from some Corvette Community VIP's!

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The National Corvette Restorers Society is embarking on something called the WE Initiative.  WE stands for Women's Endeavor.

The WE Initiative is designed to show female Corvette enthusiasts what the NCRS is all about and to encourage them to join the organization.  The three women who are heading up the WE Initiative are on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes Sarah Lardy, Sherri Demmel and Elizabeth Feffer to the show.  All three women talk about their involvement in the NCRS, how they became interested in the organization and what the WE Initiative means to them.  As a matter of fact, Sarah, Sherri and Elizabeth led a seminar at the NCRS National Convention in Las Vegas to talk more about the WE Initiative.

Ladies, there's a lot more to the NCRS than just judging!  You'll find out about that and more on this episode of CORVETTE TODAY!

CORVETTE TODAY #295 - Corvette News & Headlines, Early December 2025

Well, the holiday season is in full swing. You can rely and count on CORVETTE TODAY to keep you informed on what's going on in our Corvette community.

Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger is back on the show this week and joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to overview these stories and more!

1. The new Chevrolet holiday commercial is out and it's awesome!
2. GM offers a $4,000 Loyalty Rebate on 2025 Corvettes
3. Ron Fellows sets a new lap record at Canadien Tire Motorsports Park in a C8 ZR1
4. Peter Brock reveals his reimagined '63 Split Window at Muscle Cars & Corvette Nationals and will sell it at Mecum Kissimmee
5. SavageGeese kicks off their Build Series with an upgraded C8 Stingray

We'll get you through the holidays with ease! CORVETTE TODAY is still one of the best news resources in our entire Corvette community.

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Every year, the granddaddy of all collector car auctions is the Mecum Kissimmee show, which is held every year right after the new year.

To give you a preview of the show, your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, welcomes back Scott Hoke, the TV host of the Mecum Auctions!

Steve and Scott will give you exact dates and times for the show and where and when you can watch the auction on television.  They also talk about some of the premier cars crossing the auction block and what Corvettes will be sold at the show.

Mark your calendars now and escape the winter cold - come to Kissimmee Florida to the Mecum Auction!

CORVETTE TODAY #293 - Corvette News & Headlines, Late November 2025

As we approach the holiday season, you would naturally think that Corvette news would slow down.

Nope...this week on CORVETTE TODAY, your host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com get together for your News & Headlines show! We have a full slate of stories for you, which include:

1. The C8 ZR1X Configurator is now live and online
2. C8 production has officially passed C7 production
3. Another great video from SavageGeese, pitting the ZR1 against the Mustang GTD and the Porsche GT3 RS
4. The Bowling Green Assembly Plant adds 2 new tour dates
5. The 1984 C4 Corvette, VIN #001 sells for $110,000

There no slowing down! Listen or watch this week's CORVETTE TODAY News & Headlines show.

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Here is another special and unique episode of CORVETTE TODAY for you!

Jerry and Lori Keefer have been part of the Corvette community for many years.  Jerry combines his love of photography to create one-of-a-kind pieces of fine art for you and your Corvette.

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, talks with both of them to explain how they create automotive fine art and how you can acquire some of their work.  They create artwork for car lovers that want more than just a photograph!  When you see examples of their artwork, you'll know what we're talking about...

They also have a special giveaway for CORVETTE TODAY listeners and viewers!

Check out this special episode of CORVETTE TODAY on podcast and YouTube.

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