Ray Theriault
| Ray Theriault | |
|---|---|
Theriault with Corvettes at a race track in 2023 | |
| Born | |
| 🏳️ Nationality | American |
| 💼 Occupation | Automotive executive |
| 📆 Years active | 1990s–present |
| 👔 Employer | General Motors |
| Known for | Director of the Corvette Assembly Plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky |
Ray Theriault is an American automotive executive currently serving as the Director of the General Motors Corvette Assembly Plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He oversees the production of the Chevrolet Corvette, a flagship sports car for General Motors.[1]
Career
Theriault joined General Motors in 1996 and has held various leadership positions in manufacturing, quality and manufacturing engineering across multiple GM facilities around the world. In April 2023, he was appointed as the Director of the Bowling Green Assembly Plant, succeeding Kai Spande.[2] His role places him at the helm of Corvette production, including high-performance models such as the Corvette Z06, the hybrid Corvette E-Ray, the twin-turbocharged Corvette ZR1,[3] and the upcoming ZR1X, a hybrid hypercar targeting over 1,250 hp.[4]
Media Presence
Theriault has been featured in several media outlets for his contributions to automotive manufacturing and plant operations. In a 2023 Fox 2 Detroit segment, he discussed his career trajectory and vision for the Corvette brand.[1] WBKO News profiled him as part of coverage on plant tours and modernization efforts.[5] He has also been featured in America’s Sports Car magazine,[6] the official publication of the National Corvette Museum, and appeared on the Corvette Today podcast.[7]
Legacy and Impact
Under Theriault’s leadership, the Bowling Green Assembly Plant has maintained and expanded its role as a center of automotive innovation. He has overseen the production of milestone vehicles such as the track-focused Corvette Z06,[3] the electrified Corvette E-Ray, and the twin-turbocharged Corvette ZR1,[3] which delivers 1,064 horsepower. Theriault has also led preparations for the ZR1X, a forthcoming hybrid hypercar anticipated to exceed 1,250 horsepower and incorporate advanced all-wheel-drive and regenerative technologies.[4] These programs have elevated Corvette's global visibility and reinforced the plant’s reputation as a benchmark for next-generation performance engineering.
Beyond vehicle manufacturing, Theriault's tenure has been marked by enhanced public engagement through plant tours,[5] increased media visibility,[1] and recognition within both enthusiast circles and mainstream automotive media.[6][7]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Fox 2 Detroit. (2023, May 1). Corvette Plant Director Ray Theriault Profiled by Fox 2 Detroit. [1]
- ↑ Corvette Blogger. (2023, May 1). Raymond Theriault Tapped as New Director for the Corvette Assembly Plant. [2]
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Colwell, K.C. (2025, June 26). 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 First Look Review: The 1,064-HP American Supercar Is Here! MotorTrend. [3]
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 J.D. Power. (2025, June 17). 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Preview. [4]
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 WBKO News. (2024, Jan 4). Video: One Month Left to Tour the Corvette Assembly Plant Before It Closes for Manufacturing Advancements. [5]
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 America’s Sports Car Magazine. (2023). Feature on Ray Theriault and Corvette Leadership. National Corvette Museum publication.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Corvette Today Podcast. (2023). Interview with Ray Theriault. Available at: [6] https://sites.libsyn.com/559435/corvette-today-204-meet-the-new-bowling-green-assembly-plant-director-ray-theriault
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