Harlan Charles, the long-serving product marketing manager for Chevrolet Corvette, has announced his departure from GM after 37 years, with 24 dedicated to Corvette. His exit, described as sudden, has raised questions within the Corvette community, especially following speculation that he may have been fired for prioritizing customer interests. This change follows the recent retirement of former Corvette Chief Engineer Tadge Juechter, indicating a significant leadership shift within the Corvette team, which is crucial for the brand's identity.
After 24 years on Corvette and 37 at GM, I was informed my time is up and I will no longer be your Corvette Production Manager. I am now retired.
A post at the Mid-Engine Corvette Forum speculates that Charles was fired for 'doing the right thing' for current and future Corvette owners.
Charles shared the news in a late-night post on LinkedIn, stopping short of saying he was fired but saying his 'Corvette dream is over.'
According to the Mid-Engine Corvette Forum, Charles isn't the only high-ranking Corvette executive to be suddenly let go.
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