rtpassini

who is all going?
I would have liked to post this in a general forum since its for all corvettes, but I figure the OT section isnt the place. so im asking with fellow c5'ers

heres some info on it. It will be at Road America on August 21st. Since I'm only a few minutes away, I figure it would be a STUPID thing to miss.

WELCOME CHEVROLET!
Chevrolet and Road America announced a multifaceted marketing partnership today that will put Chevrolet in the spotlight at one of America's premier racing venues. Chevrolet is now the Official Vehicle of Road America, the renowned Corvette Bridge will return to the historic track, and the Corvette World Tribute will celebrate Corvette's rich racing heritage. "As we celebrate Chevrolet's 100th birthday, it's fitting that two icons of American racing, Chevrolet and Road America, join forces," said Jim Campbell, Chevrolet U.S. Vice President for Performance Vehicles and Motorsports. "Road America has played a prominent role in Chevrolet's racing programs for more than 55 years, and we look forward to even more success at this magnificent venue in the future." The scenic 4-mile, 14-turn track known as "America's National Park of Speed" hosts events that span the spectrum of motorsports, including the American Le Mans Series, NASCAR Nationwide Series, GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series, AMA Superbike, SCCA June Sprints and National Championship Runoffs, and historic car and motorcycle events. "Road America is proud to renew a partnership with Chevrolet," said George Bruggenthies, Road America president and general manager. "Chevrolet’s significant mark on the circuit over the past 55 years will make it a pleasure to promote not only their brand but their successful presence in the American Le Mans Series, GRAND-AM, NASCAR Nationwide Series, vintage racing and club racing. The return of the Corvette Bridge will be a great landmark for our fans at the track and our TV audience."

A ceremony will be held to rededicate the famed Corvette Bridge, which spans the track at Turn 6. The Corvette Bridge was a signature landmark at the track from 1963-81, and the Corvette logo reappeared on the crossover in 1992. The Corvette World Tribute, to be held on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2011, following the seventh round of the ALMS, will include a Corvette racers reunion, club and pro series races, a concours, parade laps and other activities. Road America is working with the Registry of Corvette Race Cars (RCRC) to coordinate the Corvette World Tribute. "Our relationship with Road America provides an opportunity for Chevrolet to showcase its entire motorsports portfolio and to connect with current and prospective customers in an exciting and engaging way throughout the year," said Campbell. "Chevrolet will activate its sponsorship with trackside displays and promotions in cooperation with Chevrolet dealer organizations at many of the events on the Road America schedule.

" Road America figures prominently in Chevrolet's racing history. Bill Mitchell, GM’s vice president of design, was an avid racer who fielded the original Sting Ray racer driven by Corvette legends John Fitch and Dick Thompson at Road America. Mitchell chose Elkhart Lake as the venue to preview his stunning Mako Shark concept car in June 1961; the Shark’s sharp-edged body and hidden headlights foreshadowed key features of the production 1963 Corvette. Wisconsin-based racers Augie Pabst and Jim Jeffords excelled in sports car racing in the early ’60s with their Chevy-powered machines. The lightweight Grand Sport Corvette created by Corvette chief engineer Zora Arkus-Duntov rumbled through Road America’s rolling hills with racing luminaries Roger Penske, Jim Hall and Hap Sharp sharing the driving chores. Notable Chevrolet racers who have made their mark on the legendary circuit include Tony DeLorenzo, Jerry Thompson, John Greenwood, John Heinricy, Ron Fellows, and many more. In modern times, Corvette Racing has notched six victories at Road America in ALMS competition.





Road America to Host Corvette World Tribute
(Elkhart Lake, WI, December 8, 2010) – Road America will honor the 100th Anniversary of Chevrolet by hosting a Corvette World Tribute in 2011. Corvettes have raced at Road America since 1956, just one year after the track’s inaugural 1955 season. Since then, Corvette drivers have taken on the competitive challenges of the historic 4-mile, 14-turn, natural road course through professional racing series, SCCA club racing, and vintage racing series. Many notable champions have made their mark on the legendary circuit including Tony DeLorenzo, Jim Jeffords, Dick Thompson, Jerry Thompson, John Greenwood, John Heinricy, Ron Fellows and his Corvette Racing teammates.

The Corvette World Tribute (CWT) will be held on Sunday, August 21, 2011. The Corvette-only day will include a racer’s reunion, races for club and pro series–vintage, historic and contemporary; a concours with expert and people’s choice awards; special guests and presentations; 4-mile track touring; HPDE, autocross; parade laps and a vendor marketplace. All racers, performance enthusiasts, collectors, hobbyists and fans are invited to participate in this special gathering.

Leading into the Corvette World Tribute is Road America’s annual American Le Mans Series event which returns to four-hour race format, Saturday, August 20th. During the American Le Mans Series full event schedule, August 18-20, Corvette enthusiasts can also enjoy Corvette Racing’s GT Production Class entries, and participation in the Corvette Corral, tech talks, autograph sessions and fan forums.

Road America is working with the Registry of Corvette Race Cars (RCRC) to coordinate the Corvette World Tribute. The RCRC is the world’s largest online resource for information and photos of Corvette race cars of every generation (C1 through C6) that have raced under the sanction of a variety of series recognized by the FIA. RCRC’s website is www.registryofcorvetteracecars.com. Road America will manage car owner/driver event registration beginning on March 1, 2011. For more information and to sign up for electronic event updates, email Jan Hyde: jhyde@nyc.rr.com.

Vetteman Jack

Won't be able to make that trip, but I think it is that the Corvette Bridge will once again be in place.