Proving Ground

GKN Driveline’s proving ground is located in Tochigi, Japan, and it includes a vast range of tracks to enable automotive component and vehicle manufacturers to test and demonstrate their products.

The test track, the engineering garage and control centre are located within an overall area of 200,000m2. In addition to high-speed vehicle tests on the 1,800m oval circuit, the test track provides special test areas for real 4WD and AWD evaluation on special low friction surfaces and handling tracks. In addition, the engineering garage offers comprehensive facilities for maintenance, installation of prototypes and instrumentation of test cars.

Overview of GKN Driveline's Proving Ground

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