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Endurance Testing for the Automotive Industry

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Vehicle Endurance Testing with Icemakers

Winter vehicle endurance tests are an important area of our business, helping car manufacturers to analyze the behavior and characteristics of their vehicles in cold climate conditions. Icemakers have great experience in coordinating both short-term and long-term projects of this nature and can help find the best solutions for our customer’s requirements.

Vast Network

Of public roads

Experienced

Local drivers

Wide Range

Of weather- and road conditions

ENDURANCE TESTING

The Importance of Car Endurance Testing

Endurance tests in the automotive industry are vital to evaluate the durability and performance of cars in demanding conditions. Car endurance tests simulate real-world usage, putting the cars through rigorous testing to identify weaknesses. The testing involves driving over extended periods of time, covering substantial distances, and exposing it to various challenging road conditions, altitudes, temperatures, and weather scenarios.

Vehicle endurance tests allow manufacturers to ensure that their cars meet industry standards and customer expectations by validating their quality, endurance, safety, and functionality. By conducting thorough and repetitive tests, manufacturers can identify areas for improvement to implement the necessary modifications and enhance the overall reliability and durability of their cars.

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“Clients like Mercedes-Benz and BMW use our environments to fine-tune innovations like electronic stability control, adaptive systems, and more—all tested here under natural Arctic extremes.”

ONE-STOP-SHOP

Our Services for Vehicle Endurance Tests

In our role as a one-stop-shop for everything winter test related, we are happy to assist with all activities connected to the vehicle endurance tests. Our main priority is to ensure that your car endurance test is successful, and make your stay in the Winter Test Region as enjoyable and satisfying as possible both in terms of work and personal experiences.

Test Drivers

Recruitment of test drivers with experience of endurance programs and driving in challenging winter conditions is handled in full, including scheduling and all personnel administration.

Route Planning

The region’s public road network offers everything from city traffic to remote mountain routes, where we help plan suitable routes based on each project’s technical requirements.

Project Coordination

Project coordination is managed through a single point of contact, linking the testing team with regional suppliers and other involved parties to keep every stage aligned.

Administration

All necessary administrative tasks can be arranged – logistics, customs procedures, temporary Swedish registration, invoice processing, and other project-related documentation.

Mechanics

Mechanical help is sourced through local networks, enabling quick, effective repairs or adjustments with minimal disruption to the test schedule.

Access to Facilities

Workshops, garages, offices, and meeting rooms for any testing needs, administrative work, and technical presentations.

EV Charging

A complete EV-charging infrastructure throughout our facilities to keep electric vehicles powered throughout testing cycles.

Special Fuels

Access to required specialty fuels arranged on request to keep test programs running without interruption.

Vehicle Rentals

Rental cars and reference vehicles booked as needed to support daily transport and comparative testing.

Test Equipment

Special equipment, spare parts, and tires sourced through trusted regional partners whenever the project demands it.

Accommodation

We provide hotel rooms, private houses, dedicated apartments, and other accommodation in Arjeplog or Arvidsjaur for your stay.

Event Planning

Leisure activities and customer-facing events organized on request to enrich downtime or support product showcases.

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COMMON QUESTIONS

FAQ – Endurance Testing

What kind of road networks are available for endurance testing in the Winter Test Region?

The Winter Test Region offers a vast public road network with a wide selection of testing environments. This includes city traffic, remote areas, and winding mountain roads, allowing for comprehensive evaluations of vehicle performance and specific components or systems. Our main endurance testing hub of Arvdisjaur has easy and quick access to all these types of roads, making it an ideal base of operations.

Which duties can Icemakers assist with before, during, and after a project?

Icemakers act as a one-stop shop for everything connected to your winter test program. Beyond coordinating the test itself, we handle logistics, customs, temporary Swedish registration of test vehicles, airport transfers, vehicle rentals, and accommodation. We also manage third-party invoices and can arrange leisure activities to make your stay in the Winter Test Region as smooth and productive as possible.

Can Icemakers help set up and manage endurance test projects in other parts of Sweden?

Yes, we have the necessary experience and contacts needed for setting up projects in other parts of the country, should we get a specific request from a customer.

What conditions are simulated during endurance tests?

We simulate real-world usage under extreme winter conditions: long driving periods, high accumulated mileage, varied terrains, different altitudes, and a range of temperatures and weather conditions.

How do climate chambers support endurance testing?

Our facility includes cold chambers, which allow you to test vehicles under controlled sub-zero temperatures for longer periods of time.

What vehicle systems are examined in endurance testing?

Endurance testing covers all major vehicle systems, including drivetrain and powertrain components (engine, EV battery, transmission), electrical and electronic systems, thermal management (heating/cooling), suspension/dynamics and escalation of wear conditions under cold-weather stress.

What are examples of endurance testing scenarios?

Long-distance driving on snow and ice .
Exposure to extreme cold, repeat start-ups, component ageing under sub-zero conditions.
Corrosion and durability under winter conditions.

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