28Jul 2021 by vettevues
Taylor Eager to Defend Race Win in His Return to Road America

Taylor Eager to Defend Race Win in His Return to Road America

Corvette News and Archives Category, Corvette Racing News
Taylor Eager to defend his Race win in his return to Road America in the #3 Corvette C8.R. Taylor and Garcia pilot the No. 3 Mobil 1/SiriusXM Chevrolet Corvette C8.R ELKHART LAKE, Wis., July 28, 2021 – There’s always a buzz when Road America is discussed among drivers. The layout, the challenges, and the beauty are just a few topics regarding the 4.048-mile permanent road course in Elkhart Lake. It took 13 years and races in a slew of different cars and series for Jordan Taylor to claim his first victory at the prestigious track.  Taylor and Corvette Racing teammate Antonio Garcia took the checkered flag in 2020 at Road America in the GT Le Mans class for the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. They’ll go for a second straight victory at the…
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05May 2021 by vettevues
VINTAGE RACING SETS THE 2021 SEASON IN MOTION AT ROAD AMERICA

VINTAGE RACING SETS THE 2021 SEASON IN MOTION AT ROAD AMERICA

Corvette News and Archives Category, Corvette Racing News
ELKHART LAKE, Wis., May 4, 2021 – It has been 71 years since racers tore through the streets of this tiny village about 60 miles north of Milwaukee. Still, every spring, you would swear time stood still when the sounds of historic racecars from days gone by echo throughout the surrounding hillsides. Racing came to Elkhart Lake in 1950, with cars competing against the backdrop of the countryside course. In 1953, auto racing was banned on open roads in Wisconsin, and as a result, the need for a real racetrack became apparent, and Road America was established, with the first event taking place in 1955. Clif Tufte designed the four-mile, 14-turn road course as an adaptation to the existing hillside commonly known in eastern Wisconsin as the Kettle Moraine -…
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03Aug 2020 by vettevues
Corvette Racing Wins 1-2 Finish at Road America 2020

Corvette Racing Wins 1-2 Finish at Road America 2020

Corvette News and Archives Category, Corvette Racing News
CORVETTE RACING AT ROAD AMERICA 2020 was another wild 1-2 finish for Corvette C8.R. Garcia, Taylor took the second GTLM win of the season while Gavin, and Milner finish as runners-up. ELKHART LAKE, Wis. (Aug. 2, 2020) – Corvette Racing took its second consecutive 1-2 finish in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship’s GT Le Mans (GTLM class) following a chaotic finish Sunday at Road America. Antonio Garcia and Jordan Taylor won for the second time in their No. 3 Mobil 1/SiriusXM Chevrolet Corvette C8.R following a late-race pass in torrential rain. Corvette Racing took its second consecutive 1-2 finish in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship’s GT Le Mans (GTLM class) following a chaotic finish Sunday at Road America 2020. Corvette’s third straight win, the #3 car’s second victory in three…
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17Jan 2017 by vettevues
Chevrolet Official Vehicle of Road America

Chevrolet Official Vehicle of Road America

Corvette News and Archives Category, Corvette Racing News
Chevrolet Official Vehicle of Road America | Partnership is Extended until 2019 January 17, 2017 - Road America announced an extension of their partnership today naming Chevrolet Official Vehicle of Road America. Road America is a four-mile, 14-turn road circuit. Chevrolet will be the Official Vehicle of Road America through the end of 2019. "We're honored that Chevrolet has played a key role in Road America's racing heritage from the track's opening in 1955 to today," said George Bruggenthies, Road America president, and general manager. "We're excited to celebrate this longstanding association of two iconic racing brands and to continue our long, successful relationship together." Road America Prominently in Chevrolet's Racing History [caption id="attachment_1819" align="aligncenter" width="360"] Chevrolet Official Vehicle of Road America[/caption] [caption id="attachment_1825" align="aligncenter" width="246"] Road America Logo[/caption] Road…
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08Aug 2016 by vettevues No Comments
Corvette Racing Wins at Road America: GAVIN, MILNER SCORE DRAMATIC GTLM VICTORY

Corvette Racing Wins at Road America: GAVIN, MILNER SCORE DRAMATIC GTLM VICTORY

Corvette News and Archives Category, Corvette Racing News
Corvette Racing Wins at Road America with its 101st Victory Corvette DPs finish 1-2-3 as Cameron, Curran win again for Action Express Racing  2016-08-07 Corvette Racing Wins at Road America 101st all-time victory for Corvette Racing · No. 4 Corvette C7.R goes from fifth to first in final seven minutes · Action Express Racing posts third consecutive 1-2 finish · Chevrolet adds to lead in GT Le Mans Manufacturer, Prototype Engine Manufacturer points EKLHART LAKE, Wis. (Aug. 7, 2016) – Corvette Racing and Action Express Racing gave Chevrolet and the Corvette marque two victories today at Road America in the Continental Tire Road Race Showcase. Oliver Gavin and Tommy Milner won the GT Le Mans (GTLM) class in the No. 4 Mobil 1/SiriusXM Chevrolet Corvette C7.R in a thrilling finish…
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31Mar 2016 by vettevues No Comments

2016 RACE SEASON AT ROAD AMERICA WITH NEW CONSTRUCTION!

Corvette News and Archives Category, Corvette Racing News
Construction is underway at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. THE 2016 RACE SEASON AT ROAD AMERICA IS ALMOST HERE! ELKHART LAKE, Wis., March 30, 2016 - The 2016 race season is almost underway, and there is certainly a lot to look forward to at America's National Park of Speed! In the offseason, quite a bit has changed, Road America broke ground on a new retail and visitors' center inside the paddock while rebuilding the main gate and adding a new winner's circle, that is also located in the paddock. Construction is underway for all of the projects, which were designed to improve the overall fan experience while staying true to form with the traditional Road America architecture around the facility. The retail center will serve as a focal point…
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15Jul 2013 by vettevues No Comments

A MID-SUMMER VINTAGE RACING CLASSIC RETURNS TO ROAD AMERICA

Corvette Racing News
Brian Redman with the HAWK at Elkhart Lake's Vintage Racing, July 18-21, 2013 - The HAWK with Brian Redman Recalls a Sensational Era of Racing - ELKHART LAKE, Wis., July 10, 2013 - Vintage racing enthusiasts are already beginning their journey back to Road America to celebrate the beauty and performance of some of the world's greatest racecars during The HAWK vintage event with Brian Redman, July 18-21. For those unaware, The HAWK with Brian Redman is one of the largest vintage racing gatherings in the United States. With over 50 different classes of vintage cars competing in several groups throughout the weekend, and with over 400 cars expected to participate there will be no shortage of terrific racing. This year's featured marque will be the Chevrolet Corvette in celebration…
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