Mugen Speedland (無限スピードランド) (JP)

### Basic Info:

In Japan, Mugen Speedland (無限スピードランド) was conceived as a test track by the Bristol Racing Group (BRG). After years of disputes with the local government, in 2002, BRG finally fulfilled the long-awaited dream of establishing Mugen Speedland (無限スピードランド).

## History:

##### **The History of Mugen Speedland (無限スピードランド)**

Located in the picturesque region of Japan, BRG Mugen Speedland, or BRG 無限スピードランド, stands as a testament to both innovation and a vision for a high-performance future. Its story begins in the late 1990s when the Bristol Racing Group (BRG) decided to make a bold move into the Japanese automotive market.

##### **BRG's Vision**

During the late 1990s, BRG was a conglomerate thriving on diverse investments, from aviation to supercars and biotechnology. They recognized a unique opportunity in the Japanese market. With the Japanese economy struggling under a prolonged recession and the domestic automotive industry scaling back high-performance car production, a void emerged that BRG believed it could fill.

The board saw a chance to seize the future of high-performance vehicles in Japan. BRG was known for its resilience and ability to weather economic storms, and they believed that investing in high-performance vehicles was the key to capturing a segment of the Japanese market.

##### **A Foreign Endeavor**

In 1999, after extensive negotiations with the local government and a commitment to employ local workers and use local suppliers, BRG, as a foreign company, received approval to build a large assembly factory in Japan. This facility would not only produce high-performance cars but also include a private test course, initially named "BRG Test Course" (BRG 試験コース). It was reserved for auto-testing and exclusive training and testing for BRG clients.

##### **Private Test Course**

In 2002, BRG Test Course was born in silence. It was a test course like no other, with top-tier facilities and an exceptionally wide track with generous runoff areas. It set new standards for modern racing circuits. But for almost two decades, BRG Test Course operated in relative obscurity. High-performance cars became a relic of the past, and the once-thriving engine sounds faded into near silence; you could hear more birds singing than engines roaring on this circuit.

The glory days of high-performance cars were seemingly gone for good. The track's design, which was too advanced for regular civilian cars, made it unsuitable for everyday driving tests. BRG lost interest on wasting money and they redirected their capital elsewhere.

##### **A New Dawn**

In 2022, after nearly 20 years of silence, the track underwent a transformation. Part of the ownership was sold to Japanese auto companies, leading to a revised business model and public access. After rebranded as Mugen Speedland (無限スピードランド), it opened its gates to the public and embraced a new era. No longer reserved for quiet contemplation, it welcomed the return of high-performance machines and the roar of racing engines.

Even though the track was built two decades earlier, its facilities remained in impeccable condition, qualifying it as a top-tier circuit. It soon filled its calendar with an array of events, and the track's unique design, featuring separate eastern and western sections, allowed for the simultaneous hosting of two different events.

BRG Mugen Speedland, with its rich history and vision for the future, stands as a testament to innovation and adaptability. As the track continues to evolve, it remains a symbol of the enduring legacy of BRG's pursuit of excellence in the world of high-performance racing.