How WAVE PTX Helped Power the World’s Oldest Car Event - And Why It Matters for Modern Event Comms
Picture this: 450 veteran vehicles rolling from Hyde Park to Brighton. Tens of thousands of spectators. Dozens of medical, safety, and logistics teams coordinating every step of the way. The stakes? Nothing short of public safety, event continuity, and operational trust.
That was the scene at the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run - the world’s longest-running motoring event. And in 2024, a new type of communications system quietly transformed how everything operated behind the scenes: Motorola Solutions’ WAVE PTX™.
Legacy Problems, Modern Solution
Before WAVE PTX™, event organizers relied on conventional DMR systems. It meant setting up repeaters, worrying about blackspots, and managing loads of infrastructure - just to maintain basic communication. For an event that spans over 60 miles with a moving convoy, that’s a logistical headache.
So when Ops People, a production company known for managing large-scale events like Glastonbury and WOMAD, took over the contract, they knew there had to be a better way.
Why WAVE PTX™ Was a Game Changer
- Nationwide coverage with push-to-talk over 4G and Wi-Fi - no repeaters, no blackspots
- TLK 100 radios that are rugged, easy to use, and built to last all day
- Emergency all-call channels that override ongoing comms in real time
- GPS location tracking and dispatch control from anywhere
- Encrypted channels for secure, interference-free operations
The result? Loud, clear audio. Zero dropouts. And operational resilience at every site — from the start line at Hyde Park to the finish in Brighton.
What This Means for You
If you manage high-stakes events, field operations, or mobile teams, traditional radio systems are probably slowing you down. Today’s communication needs demand a system that’s:
- Quick to deploy
- Flexible across geographic regions
- Capable of scaling with your crew — not against it
That’s exactly where nationwide two-way radios like the TLK 100 come in. With WAVE PTX™, you can connect your team instantly — whether they’re across the street or across the state.
Real Impact, Real Voices
Veteran Car Run Event Manager Grace Schulp put it best: “WAVE PTX worked really well for us… Our users were all very happy.” And the Managing Director of Ops People, Rupert Bassadone, called it the most affordable and effective solution they’ve used to date.
Communication is no longer a behind-the-scenes feature. It’s your competitive edge. Whether you’re managing an event, running logistics, or coordinating public safety, it’s time to upgrade to a system built for modern demands.
The Road Ahead
Events like the Veteran Car Run remind us that history and innovation can coexist beautifully - especially when your tech actually works. So if you’re ready to ditch the dead zones and gain real control over your ops, take a look at what modern two-way radio systems can do for you.