History of Road America
Online Exhibit
Our Nation’s Park of Speed
Road America is a world-renowned road racing track steeped in history. Since 1955, motorsports’ top cars, drivers, and teams have competed on the challenging 4-mile course located in Wisconsin’s scenic Kettle Moraine near Elkhart Lake. This collection of image essays explores the twists and turns in the venerable track’s historic journey, including origins of the track, signature race series, its legendary food, beloving fans, and contributions to regional culture. Through these image essays you will learn and discover why Road America has become known as the “America’s National Park of Speed.
Delve into the History
Birth of Road America
Road Racing Inspired Clif Tufte to Build World-Class Track.
Can-Am
Can-Am marked a golden era in racing. The cars were the fastest of their generation.
Formula 5000
By the 1960s, the time was ripe for fast, big-engine, open-wheel formula cars.
Golden Era of the Trans-Am
Pony Cars driven by the best drivers in America.
Hollywood Comes to Road America
Motion picture “Winning” filmed at track.
June Sprints
The longest running event at Road America and one of the largest amateur racing events.
A Culinary Experience
Great food at the Road America track.
NASCAR First at Road America
1956 Grand National competed on Paved Road.
The Road America 500
Endurance racing comes early to Road America.
Superbikes
In 1980, Road America’s track is opened up to more than cars.
A Valued Community Venue
A location for charity groups and other local organizations.
World Class Drivers
F1 World Champions, pioneering women racers, and celebrities!