It is a US national non profit organization that promotes the sport of radio controlled model car racing.

[1] ROAR was originally organized in 1967 By George Siposs and Norb Meyers and a small group of people dedicated to forming competitive Radio Controlled Car Racing and was the first organization in the world to sanction competitive Model Car Racing.

[3] ROAR is one of four affiliated blocs that form the International Federation of Model Auto Racing (IFMAR).

The executive committee controls and manages the business affairs of ROAR, and ensures that the rules are up to date.

ROAR is the North American representative to the International Federation of Model Auto Racing (IFMAR).

It is here that the weekly competition takes place allowing drivers to perfect their skills, and prepare themselves to compete at the State, Region, and National level.