The future of vehicle development no longer takes place solely on the tarmac. Following the recent completion of its physical test proving ground, AUREL is preparing to unveil its digital twin. It is a comprehensive 3D environment for virtual testing of vehicles and components. This unique solution will help both Czech and international automotive manufactures significantly cut costs and speed up development. It also enables testing of high-risk or expensive scenarios that are otherwise difficult to replicate. This breakthrough could reshape the future of European automotive development.
The digital twin will dramatically accelerate and lower the cost of specific tests
This one-of-a-kind project in the Czech Republic opens up new possibilities for many companies in the automotive industry. They will be able to test scenarios that are too costly, time-consuming, or risky to simulate in real life. For example, critical traffic situations, extreme weather conditions, or specific system failures. As a result, they can achieve significant savings and shorten development time.
Virtual testing – scenarios that can’t be replicated elsewher
In a digital twin environment, situations can be repeated, modified, and stress-tested to extremes. A virtual test track doesn’t need to be one kilometer, it can be twenty. This enables simulated driving tests, mathematical modeling, and validation of ADAS systems or autonomous functions. It’s an ideal tool for component development, autonomous driving calibration, intelligent systems, and active safety features.
The physical AUREL proving ground provides input data that is used for numerical simulations – and vice versa. Thanks to the digital twin, companies can prepare test scenarios before even arriving on-site. This creates an efficient loop where smaller tests are verified directly at the proving ground, while larger-scale scenarios are validated virtually.
A unique environment for autonomous mobility
The proving ground allows for a wide range of experiments, from simulations and calculations, to crash tests and durability testing. In the development of autonomous features, the digital twin provides a safe space for fine-tuning algorithms. A key part of the process is identifying problematic scenarios that could lead to vehicle malfunctions. The result is better quality development, greater safety, and faster time-to-market for new technologies.
The Pegasus Six-Layer model
The virtual environment is built on the advanced six-layer Pegasus model. This includes physical infrastructure, data layers, operational scenarios, and analytical tools. It accounts for varying network qualities (4G, 5G), B2X communication, and vehicle-to-environment interaction (e.g. smart intersections or parking structures). The simulator can create specific traffic situations, such as reactions to unexpected obstacles, accidents, breakdowns, or extreme weather. This allows companies to detect potential risks and eliminate errors already in the pre-production phase.
Join the evolution – help shape the future of testing
The digital twin is clearly a future-facing technology with growing importance in vehicle innovation, autonomous transport, and emission reduction. It’s also expected to gain stronger recognition in European legislation. Chinese companies are already advancing this model successfully – Europe must not fall behind.
That’s why at AUREL, we want to understand your specific needs and tailor the system to meet them. Please take a moment to complete our anonymous survey focused on the needs of developers and testers – every response helps shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.
The future of European mobility is being built in the Czech Republic
The AUREL Proving Ground digital twin marks a major step toward more efficient and safer testing. This Czech-led initiative places us alongside global leaders and confirms that the future of European automotive is being written here at home. At AUREL, we believe virtual simulations aren’t just an enhancement, they’re the key to a new era of vehicle development.
The Digital Twin of AUREL Proving Ground Opens New Doors
Whether you’re an OEM, a Tier 1 supplier, or a development centre, the digital twin offers top-tier facilities and virtually unlimited testing possibilities. Contact us to find out more.
