public road testing

Public road testing refers to the process where vehicles, often prototypes or new technologies like autonomous cars, are tested on actual roads rather than controlled environments. This allows manufacturers to gather real-world data on performance, safety, and user interactions in everyday conditions. Such testing is essential for evaluating how well a vehicle responds to various driving scenarios, environmental factors, and human behavior. It helps ensure that vehicles are safe and reliable before they are released to the public, while also providing crucial insights for improvement and innovation in automotive technology.