Celebrating 65 years of Corvetting at Shaheen Chevrolet in Lansing, MI. Photo credit to Tom Faupel.

From Our President...

Kyle and K2 at Birch Run

Members,

As we close out the year, this will be my last newsletter as President, at least for now. I may serve again someday, but for now, it’s time for a break and a new perspective as your Governor. I’m not going far, just shifting into a role that aligns with my current energy.

When I first became President, my focus was on our local scene: events, car shows, and doing whatever was necessary to keep everything running smoothly. Over time, that scope widened. I found myself working more with the Michigan Region, volunteering with the Competition Committee, and eventually participating in national discussions shaping NCCC’s future. Representing our club at that level, helping guide decisions, and being the voice that carries our message forward is something I’m proud to do.

This year’s results speak for themselves:

  • Three men and one woman finished in the Top 15 Overall.
  • I secured the Overall Regional Championship for the men.
  • As a club, we finished a close second in the region.
  • Three of our members made the Top 10 in Autocross.
  • Three members finished in the Top 10 for Rally.
  • Two members placed in the Top 10 for Funkhana.
  • And three members are tied for the top spots in the Concours trail.

All this helped us place in the Top 20 nationally; something every one of us should be proud of.

I’m also proud of the work on the Competition Committee. The new rulebook will include my name and the Capital City Corvette Club in the credits. As a founding club, our legacy endures, and staying active at that level helps keep it visible.

On a personal note, these last five years have been incredible. Three conventions, multiple roles at both the club and regional levels, many miles, numerous meetings, and countless friendships. “Came for the car and stayed for the people” has never been truer.

This year also brought unexpected excitement. Many of you heard about my off-course incident involving the truck, trailer, and car. All three sustained some damage, and for now, the Corvette and trailer aren’t roadworthy. The good news is that nothing is beyond repair, and I’m okay. It could have been much worse, and I’m grateful it wasn’t.

If I have one regret, it’s that I didn’t inspire more members to travel beyond our local events. There’s a whole world of NCCC out there; rallies, conventions, autocross weekends, and trips that turn into unforgettable memories. Travel forges bonds and broadens perspective in ways nothing else can. I hope more of our members will take that step in the years ahead.

Looking ahead, we must stay focused on the long-term health of this club. Supporting our charities, hosting the events we’re known for, and keeping Capital City strong means remaining visible and relevant. Branding matters. Engagement matters. Passing on what we’ve learned matters. The future will be built by the next group of leaders, and we owe it to them to keep building something worth inheriting.

It has truly been an honor to serve as your President. Thank you for your trust, support, presence, and for helping keep this club moving forward. I’ve had a great time, and I look forward to assisting in my new role.

Rembember to wave!

Kyle Felts
President
Capital City Corvette Club

Contact our President at 4c.president@cccorvette.org if you have any questions about CCCC.

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