{"id":2217,"date":"2026-02-23T10:00:50","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T09:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.polygonaurel.cz\/?p=2217"},"modified":"2026-02-18T16:03:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T15:03:27","slug":"safe-at-full-throttle-experience-dynamic-testing-at-the-aurel-proving-ground","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.polygonaurel.cz\/en\/safe-at-full-throttle-experience-dynamic-testing-at-the-aurel-proving-ground\/","title":{"rendered":"Safe at full throttle \u2013 Experience dynamic testing at the AUREL Proving Ground"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Testing the dynamic properties of vehicles and their behaviour at high speeds plays a crucial role in the automotive industry. It is not just about the number displayed on the speedometer \u2013 manufacturers need to verify how a vehicle responds to sudden changes of direction, high-speed cornering, braking, and acceleration. Stability, handling, occupant safety, and tire-to-road contact are key parameters that directly influence driving comfort and real-world safety.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The high-speed oval at the AUREL Proving Ground \u2013 The heart of dynamic testing<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The high-speed oval at the <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.polygonaurel.cz\/en\/\"><b>AUREL Proving Ground<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> represents one of the key testing areas, specifically designed for evaluating the dynamic performance of vehicles. Thanks to its integration with other testing sections. Such as <\/span><b>the dynamic surface and the low-friction surface<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 it provides <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.polygonaurel.cz\/en\/services\/\"><b>a comprehensive environment<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where engineers can verify vehicle responses under real-world conditions as well as in extreme driving situations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideal technical parameters for demanding testing\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The oval features a range of technical parameters that make it an ideal environment for high-speed stability and handling tests:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Oval length:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 1.1 km<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Three lanes along the entire circuit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Enable testing of various driving scenarios as well as multiple vehicles simultaneously.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Banked corners with an 8% incline:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Simulate real road conditions and support high-speed driving behaviour evaluation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Corner radius:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 68 m on the inner lane.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Straight section length:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 240 m \u2013 ideal for measuring acceleration and stability during transition into cornering.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Four-meter safety zone around the outer lane:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Enhances overall test safety.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These parameters enable design engineers and test specialists to thoroughly assess how a vehicle behaves during sudden changes of direction and under high dynamic loads. Stability control systems, chassis components, and steering mechanisms are subjected to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.polygonaurel.cz\/en\/at-the-aurel-proving-ground-we-test-the-cars-of-the-future-for-global-automotive-leaders\/\"><b>demanding tests<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, verifying their real-world performance and component reliability in practice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>The connection of the high-speed oval with the dynamic surface <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">significantly expands the testing possibilities. Its seamless integration with both the oval and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.polygonaurel.cz\/en\/smarter-and-safer-cars-why-test-assistance-systems-in-the-czech-republic\/\"><b>ADAS track<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allows engineers to evaluate steering precision and vehicle controllability, lane changes, evasive manoeuvres, as well as responses during acceleration and braking. An important feature is also the <\/span><b>low-friction surface<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> made of polished basalt paving with an integrated watering system. It simulates wet and icy road conditions and is used to test braking and stability systems, as well as overall vehicle behaviour on slippery surfaces.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2205 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.polygonaurel.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/polygon-dron-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.polygonaurel.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/polygon-dron-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.polygonaurel.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/polygon-dron-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width:767px) 767px, (max-width:1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typical tests on the oval and adjacent areas\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to the interconnected sections, development teams can carry out <\/span><b>comprehensive test sequences<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> without interrupting the scenario or relocating the vehicle. Typical tests include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>High-speed stability testing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Verification of vehicle behaviour at the limits of its speed capabilities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cornering performance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Assessment of steering response, body roll, and force distribution in banked turns.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lane changes and evasive manoeuvres<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Simulation of critical situations and sudden directional changes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Noise and vibration measurements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Evaluation of acoustic comfort during dynamic driving.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fuel or energy consumption testing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Analysis of energy efficiency under extreme operating conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The AUREL Proving Ground provides an ideal environment not only for passenger cars, but also for <\/span><b>heavy-duty vehicles, motorcycles<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.polygonaurel.cz\/en\/aurel-proving-ground-a-strong-partner-for-electric-vehicle-manufacturers\/\"><b>electric and hybrid vehicles<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.polygonaurel.cz\/en\/aurel-proving-ground-as-a-leader-in-the-field-of-future-autonomous-driving\/\"><b>autonomous cars<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The variable track configuration enables testing across all vehicle segments. As a result, relevant and reliable data can be obtained for every category \u2013 from compact urban vehicles to heavy truck combinations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contribution to comprehensive vehicle development and validation\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The high-speed oval at the AUREL Proving Ground, in synergy with the adjacent testing sections, represents an efficient tool for evaluating vehicle dynamics. Thanks to its carefully designed parameters and high level of safety, it enables thorough assessment of vehicle behaviour across a wide range of scenarios. The data obtained supports manufacturers in optimizing steering systems, chassis components, and driver assistance technologies, ultimately enhancing the overall safety and quality of vehicles brought to market.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Would you like to ensure that your vehicles perform reliably even in the most demanding driving situations? <\/b><b>Put them to the test. Safely, under control, and at full performance \u2013 at the AUREL Proving Ground.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Testing the dynamic properties of vehicles and their behaviour at high speeds plays a crucial role in the automotive industry. 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