AB Dynamics GST 120 Plus Enables High-Speed ADAS Testing

AB Dynamics GST 120 Plus Reaches First Customer

AB Dynamics has announced that a major Japanese vehicle manufacturer has become the first customer to receive the GST 120 Plus, a high-speed platform designed for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) testing. The platform enables controlled testing at speeds of up to 130 kmph, addressing the higher-speed scenarios introduced under Euro NCAP’s 2026 testing protocols. The first unit is now operational at the Japan-based automaker, marking an important deployment milestone for AB Dynamics as vehicle manufacturers prepare for more demanding safety validation requirements. The company said seven additional units are scheduled for delivery to other vehicle manufacturers, a new battery electric vehicle startup, and a major NCAP testing laboratory in China.

GST 120 Plus Targets New Euro NCAP Testing Requirements

The GST 120 Plus has been developed specifically to support the higher-speed ADAS scenarios required by Euro NCAP’s 2026 protocols. Its ability to reach 130 kmph allows manufacturers to conduct demanding vehicle-to-target testing at speeds that exceed the capabilities of earlier platforms. The system is designed to carry a full vehicle target and provide controlled, repeatable test conditions for ADAS and autonomous driving functions. This is increasingly important as safety assessment programmes expand beyond conventional collision-avoidance scenarios toward more complex situations that better represent real-world driving. For manufacturers, the new platform provides a dedicated testing solution for validating safety systems against stricter assessment requirements before vehicles reach the market.

High-Speed Testing Capability Supports Vehicle Safety Development

The GST 120 Plus combines high-speed operation with the control needed for repeatable ADAS testing. AB Dynamics states that the platform uses a 5.9 kWh battery and can reach 130 kmph with the Soft Car 360 target, while its acceleration capability allows it to reach 80 kmph in less than 130 metres. The platform also incorporates ABS braking and integrates with AB Dynamics’ broader track-testing ecosystem, including driving robots and software for coordinated vehicle movements. These capabilities are intended to improve test accuracy, reduce repeated runs and support faster validation cycles. The combination is particularly relevant for proving grounds where available track space can limit the ability to conduct higher-speed safety scenarios.

Seven More Platforms Planned For Industry Customers

The initial deployment at the Japanese manufacturer is expected to be followed by seven further GST 120 Plus deliveries, expanding access to the platform across different parts of the automotive testing ecosystem. The planned recipients include additional vehicle manufacturers, a new battery electric vehicle startup and a major NCAP testing laboratory in China. The broader customer mix highlights the growing need for high-speed validation among established automakers, emerging electric-vehicle companies and independent safety-testing organisations. By supporting the higher-speed scenarios associated with Euro NCAP 2026, the GST 120 Plus is positioned as a testing platform for manufacturers and laboratories adapting their development and assessment processes to increasingly demanding ADAS safety requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GST 120 Plus?
The GST 120 Plus is a high-speed vehicle target platform developed by AB Dynamics for ADAS and autonomous vehicle testing, with a maximum operating speed of 130 kmph. It is designed to support higher-speed scenarios introduced under Euro NCAP’s 2026 protocols and can carry a full vehicle target for controlled testing. The platform combines high-speed capability with precise path following, braking control and integration with vehicle testing systems. Its deployment at a major Japanese vehicle manufacturer represents its first customer delivery, with seven additional units scheduled for other manufacturers and testing organisations.