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First Production 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Raises $1.1 Million for Nonprofit Education Org

First Production 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Raises $1.1 Million for Nonprofit Education Org 
Chevrolet always does something special with its Corvette. Releasing it every year brings endless happiness to anyone who loves a good sports car. The E-Ray is a very special release by Chevrolet and was recently used to raise money for charity. On April 15th, the E-Ray helped to raise over $1.1 million for a charity called DonorsChoose.
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Chevrolet Corvette Celebrates Its 70th Anniversary

Chevrolet Corvette Celebrates Its 70th Anniversary 
Since its inception over 70 years ago, the Chevrolet Corvette has become the icon of automotive excellence. From the streets of Detroit in 1953 to the tracks of Le Mans today, this sleek and iconic roadster has inspired generations of motorists. In honor of its 70th anniversary, let's look at the history of the American classic and why it has become one of the most beloved sports cars of all time.
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First Retail Production 2023 Corvette Z06 Convertible Raises $1 Million for Thurgood Marshall College Fund

First Retail Production 2023 Corvette Z06 Convertible Raises $1 Million for Thurgood Marshall College Fund

GM's Corvette brand is no stranger to the charity auction circuit, with past models raising hundreds of thousands (and even millions) for various causes. But the automaker's latest creation may take the cake: the 2023 Corvette Z06 has been auctioned at this year's Barrett-Jackson auction in support of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund. The GM team wasn't content to slap a new coat of paint on an old car. In addition, styling tweaks have been added that give it more of a racecar vibe.
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Van Chevrolet Partners with Youth Baseball and Softball Program

Van Chevrolet is partnering with Southern Platte County Athletic Association in Kansas City. Van Chevrolet has joined forces with the national Chevrolet Youth Baseball & Softball program to provide new equipment, invitations to free instructional clinics, and an opportunity for community members to earn donations for their league via a test drive fundraiser.

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Corvette Racing to Go Global in 2022

Corvette Racing to Go Global in 2022 
Closing the 2021 season, the Corvette Racing program announced ambitious plans for the upcoming season. Tracing its modern history to the late 1990s, this racing division has never competed in endurance-style events worldwide. Taking advantage of upgraded technologies, the next-generation Corvette models will adopt the GTD-Pro and GTE Pro badges. The two American vehicles will be deployed at the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans in the heart of France.
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About Bridging the Gap in Kansas City

Environment Sustainability  

Bridging the Gap came to fruition in 1992 when a small group of people got together in hopes of creating a recycling program in the area. More than 20 different recycling centers were built, along with a curbside recycling endeavor. As the years have gone on, Bridging the Gap has gained some very generous donors that help keep this mission going. To date, this is one of the most diverse environmental programs in the U.S. The group's goal is to connect the environment with the economy and community in Kansas City, made possible thanks to the 1,500…

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