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Long-running Brighton Speed Trials event is axed amid rising costs
During a meeting with the Brighton & Hove City Council, it was acknowledged by the club that the annual Brighton National Speed Trials, which had been held since 1905, was no longer financially viable. The event faced declining revenue and increasing costs, particularly due to a decrease in spectator attendance since the closure of certain areas in 2013. The deteriorating road surface and the need for costly safety measures also contributed to dwindling entries. The club sadly made the decision to end the event after the 2023 edition, stating that they had been operating at a loss for several years and could no longer continue. The Brighton National Speed Trials had been popular because of its intimate atmosphere, allowing spectators to interact with the cars and drivers, take photographs, and feel involved. Although the event had a chequered past, including fatal incidents, it had attracted large crowds and renowned drivers in its prime. The Brighton and Hove Motor Club expressed gratitude to all those who participated in the Speed Trials over the years, as well as the marshals and volunteers who made the event possible. The final winner of the Brighton National Speed Trials was Simon Paul, who completed the quarter-mile in a road-legal Nissan GTR in 9.84 seconds in September 2023.