Impact Testing
Our state-of-the-art on-site impact test facilities play a key role in enabling us to manage and undertake work in a controlled and safe environment. We're able to complete standard tests for all vehicles and vehicle restraint systems as well as bespoke specialist testing. |
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We have a vast array of technical knowledge and know-how derived from decades of partnering with the UK government on standards development and industry on best practice.
TRL can test your vehicles to national standard or put vehicles through extreme conditions, depending on your requirements. We're able to offer a flexible, tailored package designed around your bespoke needs. We test vehicles, interpret the results and provide feedback on how your vehicle performs. We also offer recommendations on how vehicles' structure and design can be improved.
Why Work With TRL?
Our strong background and enviable reputation in this market puts us in an ideal position to work with you on crashworthiness and compatibility. Working with an organisation like TRL gives you credibility in a fiercely competitive market place. Our independence, integrity and scientific edge keep us at the forefront of the industry.
TRL has over 40 years of experience in the design and testing of vehicle restraint systems (safety barriers) and played a major part in the original design and deployment of vehicle restraint systems on British roads in the 1960s and 1970s. Today, whilst maintaining this work, TRL actively participates in associated areas of research and development at national, European and international levels.
We assist the government through our applied research, resulting in updated legislation with safety being the prime focus. Governments are continually re-aligning legislation to keep consumers safe and TRL is instrumental throughout the process.
For more information please email safety@trl.co.uk











