WEST BEND, WI  Manitou Americas, Inc. has delivered two new Gehl RS Series Telescopic Handlers to Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, continuing their 26-year long partnership.

Since 1990, Manitou Americas, Inc. and Road America have partnered to build a mutually successful relationship in the racing industry. Manitou Americas has provided Gehl and Manitou construction products to assist Road America in keeping the racetrack and 640-acre park-like grounds maintained throughout the year. The machines are also used on race weekends to position the thousands of concrete dividers necessary to keep the track in safe operation and remove disabled cars from the track during the race.

Road America, established in 1955, is located midway between Milwaukee and Green Bay in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. Its legendary four-mile, 14-turn road circuit has challenged the world's best racers for over 60 years. Road America hosts more than 11 major races throughout the year; including INDYCAR and the NASCAR Xfinity Series.

"We're happy to continue our long-standing relationship with the Road America," said Dan Miller, President Compact Equipment Division, President and CEO Manitou Americas Inc. "We're proud that our equipment is used not only in maintaining the race course, but also to ensure safe racing at Road America throughout the season."

Manitou Americas utilizes the Road America racing events to host dealers, prospects and end-users throughout North America. The entertaining venue draws in key prospects and provides the Manitou Americas sales teams with a great environment for building successful relationships.