Swedish proving ground association

We develop the testing industry

OBJECTIVES

  • Develop state of the art testing
  • Establish clusters of cooperation
  • Define priority areas

MISSION
To be the obvious test region for global actors focusing on mobility in sustainable societies.

BECOME A MEMBER
We invite association members to define testing and validation methods for sustainable mobility and the future society.

The No. 1 Winter Test Region

Swedish Lapland is known for state-of-the-art winter testing.

CUSTOMERS FROM ALL OVER
THE WORLD

Every year, manufacturers of vehicles, systems, components and tyres from all over the world benefit from the region's excellent testing facilities. Thousands of vehicles are tested annually and the number of overnight stays is well over 100 000.

50+ TESTSITES & LABS

You can benefit from more than 50 different test sites and labs. The winter test region defines the area from arctic conditions in the high mountains to a four-season testing perspective and year-round testing activities, including the coastal region with indoor testing facilities. For specific test orders, we recommend direct contact with one of our members, but the SPGA can of course also help you find the right provider if you want to find your way around the network.

PARTNERSHIP IN PROJECTS

SPGA works to strengthen the test region and test cluster through collaborative projects with various stakeholders, both in the region and globally. Here you will find conditions for winter testing in cold temperatures with lots of snow for several months.

FROM -40⁰C TO +30⁰C

We believe that a four-season context with Nordic winters is the basis for testing the next generation of robust and sustainable products. Here you will find both -40 and +30 ⁰C.

R&D

The region has world-class research and development in snow, ice, cold weather and sustainability. We work in close collaboration with institutes and local universities.

NEW SERVICES

With the continued development of vehicle testing expertise and new consultancy services, the winter testing region is growing both in terms of the number of test sites and the impact on regional business.