Located near Elkhart Lake in Wisconsin, Road America is a motorsports track that has hosted auto racing events since the 1950s. A four-mile track with 14 turns, Road America is a premier motorsports destination. It has hosted many NASCAR and Xfinity Series races as well as international events. It is loved by fans of all ages.
Auto racing became a popular pastime in the United States after World War II. Road racing was popularized by the booming economy in the post-war period. Elkhart Lake's streets were used for sports car races in the 1950s. The first Elkhart Lake road race was organized by the Chicago Region Sports Car Club of America.
Clif Tufte (a former highway engineer) laid Road America's four mile circuit. The track was built on 525 acres of farmland near Elkhart Lake. Tufte must find a way for him to raise enough money to purchase and build the course. He sold some of his stock and the track was constructed.
Tufte named the track Road America after roads in the United States. September 1955 was the first completion of the track. The 4-mile track was known as "4 miles that go nowhere" and was nicknamed "4 Miles That Go Nowhere". In 1997, IndyCar decided to stick with a 4.048-mile layout, and it remains the same today.
The late 1940s saw the rise of racing on America's roads. In the 1950s, the state legislature banned auto racing on public roads. Tufte started to purchase farm land in the area of Elkhart Lake and Plymouth to allow road races to be held. Tufte started to plan the course after securing land. To raise funds for the project, Tufte employed a number influential local citizens as his helpers. He then sought advice from race course owners in Europe.
Road America was created in 1955. Tufte was successful in raising the money needed to build the track. He also sold some of his stock. The track was built in company property. The company provided funding until all of the money was raised.
Road America has become a top-class road course. It hosts numerous events and programs. In addition to hosting NASCAR and Xfinity Series races, Road America hosts a number of motorcycle events and other group events. It also hosts the SCCA Pirelli World Challenge. Road America was the original site of the Circuit of the Americas race that took place in May.
Road America hosts racing fans from all over the globe who come to experience the thrill of a highspeed race. The track is considered the premier road course in the world. It has been the setting for many racing video games including Need for Speed: Shift and Ride.
Elkhart Lake's Road America, Inc. operates the track, and offers driving schools, group event programs, and racetrack operations. Road America offers a variety of attractions in addition to racing. These include a full-service food & beverage facility, award winning caterers and custom-plated meals.
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How much does it take to join a race
It all depends on what event you are attending. Some events have entry fees, while others do not.
Some events require you to pay before entering. Others will allow you in without any cost.
Which car racing is most popular?
Formula 1 Grand Prix is the most prestigious motorsport event in the world. It was first held in 1950 and is now part of the FIA World Championship for Drivers, Constructors, and Teams.
How do race car drivers prepare themselves for a race?
Race car drivers spend a lot of time warming up before they start.
This is when they run their engines over a specified time.
When they're ready, they can then begin the race.
Statistics
- According to AutoSport, IndyCar's top speeds are 380km/h or 236 mph. (motorbiscuit.com)
- In 2009, the slick tires returned as a part of revisions to the rules for the 2009 season; slicks have no grooves and give up to 18% more contact with the track. (en.wikipedia.org)
- According to thepostgame.com, “The Daytona 500 is one of four ‘restrictor plate' races on NASCAR's calendar, given both safety and competitive concerns for the long track and its famous 31-degree banking in its four corners.” (defensivedriving.com)
- According to FormulaMoney, the design, development, and construction of chassis and engines can cost teams as much as $255 million annually. (businessinsider.com)
- Petty has won 200 NASCAR Cup Series races, a likely unbreakable record, along with a series record seven Cup championships. (frontstretch.com)
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