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Road America Corvette World Tribute Announcement

The Corvette World Tribute (“CWT”) will be held at the famous Road America racetrack in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin 18-21 August 2011. The CWT will celebrate 100 years of Chevrolet, A new partnership with Road America, A re-dedication of the Corvette Bridge, and Round 6 of the ALMS with the Corvette racing team that won the GT class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Road America is approx. 62 miles northwest of Milwaukee.  The main gate is on Hwy 67 north of the town of Plymouth, WI.


Corvette Motorsport will provide on site coverage of this important historical event.  Corvettes racing heritage began with Chevrolet’s founder Louis Chevrolet. Today’s Corvettes on track racing success can be traced back to Louis Chevrolet’s passion for improving performance. A large and diverse group of Corvette racecars, drivers and enthusiasts are expected to attend. Corvette Motorsport will report these exciting activities during the weekend with reports and photos. Road America is one of the best racing circuit in America and it has a rich Corvette racing history.  The CWT will offer owners with a Corvette in proper running order the chance to drive the track in three categories.   CWT entrants must complete an Entry Form and pass a safety exam.

CWT Entry Form can be opened here

"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."

General Admission
Corvette enthusiasts attending without a Corvette or who opt not to drive their Corvettes on track can sign up for an advance 3 day ALMS ticket good for admission on Thurs, Fri and Sat and buy a Sunday CWT spectator ticket for $25.  Ticket info is available on www.roadamerica.com and they will be offered a full slate of off track Corvette activities including;


(1) A “Field of Dreams” with some of the most sought after collectible Corvette racecars that will be on display all weekend in the North Paddock.


(2) “Corvettes Racing Through Time” panels, presentations and Q & A take place at the Road America Center building at the north end of the track on Friday.  Discussions will be led by leading Corvette figures and experts on (a) driving, (b) tech and (c) the Corvette hobby.


(3) Quest Documentary on Friday evening at the Road America Center.  The 84 minute film is the story about the Briggs Cunningham #3 Corvette return to Le Mans marking the 50th anniversary of Corvette’s first win.  It was produced and directed by Michael Brown and features the legendary John Fitch, driver; Lance Miller, son of the late Chip Miller who made it happen and Kevin Mackay who found the car and restored it.


(4) Corvette Racing Team managers and crew will be at the Corvette Corral for presentations and a special benefit auction on late Friday afternoon following ALMS qualifying.  The Corvette Corral is located at the south of the track outside turn 3.


(5) Corvette Racing Team drivers will be in the competition paddock for an ALMS autograph session during the Friday ALMS lunch break.  Signage will be posted and arrangements are being made for shuttle transport between these venues. 

Please direct questions to jhyde@nyc.rr.com or corvettemotorsport.com