Vettes of Atlanta Magazine

Exploring The World Of Gtechniq With Nathan Schutter

Among those seeking elite-level gloss and paint protection, the product of choice is often Gtechniq. Their family of products has been shown to produce a long-lasting protective coating for automotive, marine, and bicycle applications. Their high-tech nano coating provides a sacrificial layer that resists scuffs, minor scratches, dirt, road grime, and UV light. However, it's the jaw-dropping shine and deep luster that turns heads and brings home top-tier trophies. But how much do you know about the company or its ceramic coating lines?  Equipped with our ten best questions, we went searching for answers. Fortunately, Nathan Schutter, Head of Marketing for Gtechniq, North America, sat down with us to shed light on this 23-year-old British company and its array of proven products.

Dan Long Talks About Superformance & The 1963 Corvette Grand Sport

The 1963 Grand Sport is the stuff of legend among the Corvette faithful. The year was 1962, and Corvette's Chief Engineer, Zora Arkus-Duntov, was tired of losing. Chevrolet had been getting its backside kicked by Carroll Shelby and his Ford Cobras on road courses. At this point, Zora had enough, so he began secretly developing a lightweight race car to win the upcoming Sebring and Le Mans events. But Chevy's boardroom got wind of it and quickly put the kibosh to production. Fortunately, five of the Grand Sports were already completed and out the door before the project shutdown order was given. In the hands of renowned drivers like Roger Penske and Jim Hall, these five special Grand Sports dominated the competition from 1963 to 1967. Fast-forward to today, and these historic track cars easily fetch high seven figures when they come to market. So, what do you do if you want to experience this legendary track beast? This is where Superformance and its American distributor, Downforce Motorsports, enter the story. Superformance produces a complete rolling chassis replica of the much-sought-after 1963 Grand Sport. Needless to say, we were excited to talk with Dan Long, owner of Downforce Motorsports, to learn more about the famous Corvette and his other replica offerings.

Talking To Frank Sancineto - The National Chair For The 30th Anniversary Caravan

They say all roads lead to the National Corvette Museum. That's especially true this August 29th - 31st, 2024, during the 30th Anniversary Caravan to Bowling Green. Every five years, the fiberglass faithful trek to the Museum from the four corners of the country and beyond. Organizing a national caravan with thousands of cars takes an experienced leader with proven skills. Fortunately, we have Frank Sancineto helming the project along with a cadre of time-tested state captains. In this podcast episode, we converse with Frank about being the National Chair, the importance of the state captains, and what to expect from the 2024 caravan.

Dave Lezotte - The Voice of the Gwinnett Stripers Baseball Team

Do you want to be a hero at your next Corvette meeting? How might you ask? Invariably, sometime during your next meeting, someone will ask, "Does anyone have any suggestions for a club activity?" Raise your hand and suggest catching a game at the nearby minor league baseball stadium. If you're in Atlanta, the Gwinnett Stripers at Coolray Field is the obvious choice.  If you've never seen a game at Coolray Field, then you're definitely missing out. The Triple-A Gwinnett Stripers play an exciting brand of baseball that is sure to entertain. To learn more, we asked Dave Lezotte, the Voice of the Gwinnett Stripers, to share his insights into the team, his career, and what it takes to be a broadcast announcer. If you've ever fancied yourself as the next Bob Uecker or Vin Scully, you'll enjoy this behind-the-scenes conversation.

Sam Mahdavi, The Host Of Sam's Garage, Shares His Remarkable Career

It's hard to imagine someone in the automotive hobby not knowing of Sam Mahdavi and his popular Sam's Garage Show on MotorTrend TV. This master mechanic has shown hundreds of thousands of automotive enthusiasts how to diagnose and repair their vehicle problems over the years. Whether on his popular syndicated TV show or his years on the radio with his friend and mentor, Sam Memmolo.  Sam Mahdavi's career emerged in 2004 through his involvement on the winning SEMA Installers Challenge team. From there, he's gone on to win two NDRA drag racing championships and many other NRDA podium appearances.