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Testing Facilities

The only full-service proving ground in the world to offer real world winter testing during June, July and August

Southern Hemisphere Proving Grounds (SHPG) delivers world-class winter testing in the South Island of New Zealand—counter-seasonally during June, July, and August. OEMs and suppliers gain a critical advantage by doubling their cold-weather validation period, accelerating R&D, and reducing time-to-market.

At SHPG, results matter. Our goal is simple: you leave 100% tested. Every facility, support service, and operational detail is designed to maximise efficiency—so your engineers can focus on data, not logistics. Our private, industry-standard tracks cover the full spectrum of low-mu snow and ice conditions, supported by a dedicated operations team ensuring consistent test surfaces and secure execution.

Confidentiality, safety, and efficiency drive everything we do. Whether you’re refining vehicle dynamics, chassis tuning, brake systems, or ADAS calibration, SHPG provides the facilities, technical expertise, and seasonal access to keep your development cycle moving forward.

How SHPG Works for You

Southern Hemisphere Proving Grounds Facilities

Our expertly prepared facilities provide the full spectrum of low mu surfaces in exclusive or shared formats, delivering consistent, reliable and repeatable surfaces. Combined with optimised track scheduling, experienced management, and full confidentiality, you deliver efficient results day in day out.

Snow Flats/VDAs

Compacted Snow Flats range in length from 350m to 1km and 40m to 60m in width.

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Snow & Ice Circles

Multiple snow and ice circles ranging in radius from R40m to R140m

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Ice Flats

Multiple ice flats expertly maintained, level surface and varied in length and width.

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Flat Mu-split

Mu split surfaces set up in a range of ice / asphalt / snow combinations.

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Gradient / Hill Mu-split 10% to 30%

Gradient hill Mu split surfaces set up in a range angles from 10% to 30% with polished ice and asphalt combinations.

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MISSION STATEMENT
Southern Hemisphere Proving Grounds is committed to providing each of its customers and staff with a world leading environment for work and vehicle development. This includes delivering to the highest standard possible and implementing an unparalleled level of safety and efficiency to protect staff, clients and exceed expectations.
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Precision,
Privacy, AND
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Elevate your testing with Southern Hemisphere Proving Grounds—we’re your global leader in winter testing facilities for automotive, component and tyre manufacturers.
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