CORVETTE TODAY

We are thrilled to say that this podcast begins year #2 for CORVETTE TODAY!  Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com teams up with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to keep you on top of what's going on in the world of Corvette.  Here are some of the topics covered in this podcast: 1.  April 2021 Constraints and Production Update – 11000 orders still to produce 3.  Zeus Bronze and Sebring Or...

CORVETTE TODAY celebrates it's one year anniversary with this truly fascinating episode...your host, Steve Garrett, introduces you to the man who designed the C5, C6, C7 and C8 Corvettes, Tom Peters! Tom talks about his early years when he first discovered Corvette, his path to a California design school, how he got his GM scholarship as a sophomore in college (when they were only given to junior...

Springtime is here-it's time to get your Corvette out of Winter hibernation!  Plus, it's time to get caught up on the latest news and headlines in the world of Corvette! Join your host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com for the latest Corvette news and headlines!  Here are a few of the topics discussed on this podcast.... 1.  Corvette production update 2.  GM suspends Chevy...

Don't miss this unique episode of CORVETTE TODAY.  Your host, Steve Garrett, visits with Michael DiGiorgio.  Michael took a 19 day trip in his new C8 Corvette Coupe.  He traveled over 9,000 miles, visited 23 different states, 17 National Parks and over 100 points of interest. Michael details his trip, talks about how well the mid-engine Corvette performed and tells you where to watch the videos th...

It's time to stay current on what's going on in the world of Corvette with this news & headlines podcast with your host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com! Here are some of the topics discussed in this podcast: 1.  C8 Production update – Over 7500 Corvettes built for 2021 so far 2.  High wing spoiler and black Trident wheels are back! 3.  There is now a video on how to fix t...

Your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, sits down with Frank Mecum from the Mecum Auctions to talk about their business and how Corvette plays an integral part in each auction. Frank takes you through what happens on auction days, their TV show and coverage, how he got started in the family business and what his job entails as Vice President of Consignments.  You've seen Frank during the auctions...

Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com  team up again to keep you up to date on the latest on what's going on in the world of Corvette on this podcast!  Here are some of the topics Steve and Keith discuss…. 1. C8 Z06 seen testing in Arizona 2.  C8 pricing goes up $1,000 3.  New book-the Corvette Stingray Mid Engine revolution 4.  MotorTrend reports an interior redesign is coming...

Corvette Product Manager, Harlan Charles returns to the CORVETTE TODAY podcast to answer YOUR questions about Corvette!  Your host, Steve Garrett, polled readers from MidEngineCorvetteForum.com and CorvetteForum.com to see what questions they had about Corvette for Harlan to answer. You'll find out interesting answers to questions like: 1. What are cold weather driving limitations for the C8 Corve...

Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com get together once again for the the latest update in the world of Corvette.  It's News & Headlines for late February 2021.  Here are some of the topics covered in this podcast: 1.  Winter storm delays reopening of BGA 2.   ISeeCars.com reports that the C8 Corvette was the fastest selling car in January 2021 3.  Don't expect Black Trident whe...

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

I know it's February and you're probably not driving your Corvette (unless you live in Florida or a warm weather climate), but we still have lots of news & headlines for you in this episode of CORVETTE TODAY! Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com fill you in on the latest in the world of Corvette.  Here are some of the topics discussed: 1.  Corvette plant closes for 2nd straight...

Have you ever watched the 24 hours of Le Mans, in France!  It's the Grandaddy of all races.  Corvette test driver, Jim Mero, participated in Le Mans in 1995! Steve Garrett sits down with Jim to recap his entire Le Mans experience....what an incredible story.  Jim recalls his time with racing legends like John Paul, Jr, Chris McDougal, Doug Rippie, Tommy Sapp and even Mario Andretti. Jim takes you...

Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com connect to bring you up to date on the latest news in the world of Corvette!  Here are just a few of the topics discussed in this podcast: 1.  GM Vice President, Steve Hill, says most C8 buyers are new to the Corvette Brand and wealthier than C7 customers. 2.  The high wing spoiler for C8 is available again on Chevrolet.com 3.  The first 196...

On this CORVETTE TODAY podcast, Steve Garrett sits down with Bloomington Gold owner and president Guy Larsen to talk about what happens at a Bloomington Gold event.  Find out why its so much fun to attend! You'll learn how to get your car judged and certified at Bloomington Gold, Find out what there is to do at this huge Corvette event. And, if you would like to become a judge for Bloomington Gold...

It's our first News & Headlines podcast of 2021 with your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com.  Even though we're just coming out of the holidays, there is plenty of Corvette news to discuss.  Here are a few of the topics discussed on this podcast: 1.  GM delivers almost 9,000 C8 Corvettes in Q4 of 2020 2.  Part 2 of the "Mid Engine Corvette Story" launche...

We kick off 2021 talking about the National Corvette Museum! There's a LOT of opportunities and things to do when you visit the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky!  And who better to explain everything that's going on than the Director of Marketing & Communications for the NCM, Katie Ellison. Steve Garrett and Katie go through darn near everything you can do, see and experience wh...

Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com finish up 2020 in style with this News & Headlines podcast.  Here are some of the topics discussed in this podcast: 1.  Retired Corvette Exterior Design Manager, Tom Peters, joins the staff at the National Corvette Museum. 2.  The first 2021 C8 is a Torch Red Z51 coupe 3.  New 2021 C8 Corvettes started shipping as of December 20th 4.  2020 C...

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

Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com get you into the holiday spirit with a lot of Corvette news & headlines.  Even thought it's the holiday season, there is still tons of things to talk about in the world of Corvette!  Here are some of the news items covered in this podcast: 1.  2020 Corvette production to end on Monday, December 14th. 2.  What spec is the last 2020 C8 Corvett...

Steve Garret brings in another key member of the Corvette Team, Kirk Bennion, for the CORVETTE TODAY podcast.  Kirk and his team are responsible for the design and looks of Corvette!  Kirk has been with General Motors for over 36 years and started working on the Corvette team in the C4 era.   Steve and Kirk reminisce about Kirk's path to GM, when he and his staff started working on the design of t...

Even though we're into the holiday season, there's still a lot of Corvette news!  Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com fill you in on what's going on.  Here are a few of the headlines discussed in this episode of CORVETTE TODAY: 1.  First pictures of the new right-hand-drive C8 Corvette headed to Japan 2. Lawsuit with GM about cracked Corvette Grand Sport wheels has been dismis...

Steve Garrett has the honor of talking to Corvette's Executive Chief Engineer, Tadge Juechter on CORVETTE TODAY!  Tadge talks about how he started working at GM, what his first job was for the company, his path to success and how he attained his current position. Then Steve and Tadge trace his time with the C4, C5 and C6.  You'll learn how the C7 almost became the mid-engine Corvette!  Tadge talks...

Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com collaborate to bring you the latest news in the world of Corvette!  Here are just a few of the topics covered in this episode of CORVETTE TODAY: 1.  Chevrolet announces 2021 C8 production starts on December 8th 2.  2021 Corvette Allocations and Orders Underway 3.  BGA has 2 day shutdown because of Covid issues with Mexican supplier 4. Chevro...

It's one thing to hear Corvette stories from enthusiasts.  But it's another thing to hear legendary stories from the man who actually made the stories happen himself.  Steve Garret has the honor of talking to the legendary man who drew the design for the iconic C2 Corvette Sting Ray, Mr. Peter Brock. It was Peter's original design that wound up becoming the C2 Corvette.  Peter tells you, first han...

Steve Garrett and Keith Cornett from CorvetteBlogger.com collaborate to give you the latest updates from the world of Corvette.  Here are some of the topics discussed in this podcast: 1.  More C8's dealing with faulty valve springs-GM extends build window for affected engines 2.  The C8 is the Car Of The Year from Popular Mechanics. 3.  2021 Configurator is now online. 4. New Carbon Fiber pieces p...