Crowning Glory Awaits: Road America Hosts the 60th SCCA National Championship Runoffs October 4-6

ELKHART LAKE, Wis., – September 24, 2024 – Next week, Road America will once again become the center stage for road-racing excellence as drivers from across the nation gather for the 60th running of the Sports Car Club of America® (SCCA) National Championship Runoffs®. Taking place from October 4-6, this pinnacle amateur road-racing event in the U.S. will bring together nearly 600 competitors to battle for the ultimate prize — the SCCA National Championship title. With 26 fiercely contested classes, the Runoffs continue to be the largest amateur road-racing event in the world.

For those unfamiliar with the SCCA Runoffs, this iconic winner-take-all competition is the defining moment for the nation’s best amateur drivers. While some racers aim for the contingency prize money, for most, the Runoffs represent the ultimate chance to claim bragging rights in the highly competitive world of sports car racing. For many, winning the Runoffs is the peak of their racing career, while for others, it becomes the stepping stone to a professional career behind the wheel. Past winners include legends such as Skip Barber, Paul Newman, Bobby Rahal, Graham Rahal, Roger Penske, and Jimmy Vasser.

This year’s event promises to thrill fans with a diverse array of cars, from classic American muscle like Corvettes and Mustangs to open-wheel formula cars, historic Triumphs and Austin Healeys, and even Toyotas, Mazdas, and BMWs. Spectators will have the chance to see their favorite local racers take on Road America’s iconic 4.048-mile circuit, which boasts 14 challenging turns, three high-speed straights, and an elevation change of 170 feet. For many competitors, it’s more than just a race; it’s a chance to follow in the tire tracks of their racing heroes.

Throughout the weekend, fans will notice many improvements around the grounds, including scenic viewing trails inside and outside turns 9 and 10, the newly named ‘The Bluffs’ at Turn 11, and a new pathway to Turn 12, known as ‘Canada Corner.’ Additional amenities include a new restroom facility with showers, an RV waste transfer station at Turn 1, fresh artistic carvings, and upgrades to ‘The Mission Foods 2Fast2Tasty Beach’ near Turn 11.

Bring the entire family to the 60th running of the Sports Car Club of America® (SCCA) National Championship Runoffs® for non-stop racing excitement. Ticket prices vary by day. Kids 16 and under get free general admission with a paying adult at the gate. Racing runs rain or shine. For additional event details and tickets, check out www.roadamerica.com