While we tend to have a general idea about what goes on during vehicle pre-production tests, there are certain procedures automakers follow that might just surprise you.
Apart from the usual hot and cold temperature and strong winds tests, MG put their GS SUV through its paces by being both thorough and creative.
The GS traveled from the 46C (115F) heat of Australia’s Alice Springs to the – 30C (-22F) chills of Arjeplog in Sweden, amassing a total of 750,000 miles (1,207,008 km). And that doesn’t include the over 200 hours spent in the wind tunnel in order to optimize its aerodynamics.
Aside from the usual “weather elements” type of tests, MG came up with something called the ‘wet dog in car’ scenario, where they placed wet clothes inside the car in order to determine how quickly the GS can demist when moisture is present inside.
“When you look into what a new car endures prior to going on sale, it’s fascinating and demonstrates the effort that goes into ensuring the car is the best it can possibly be,” explained MG marketing exec Matthew Cheyne.
“With the imminent arrival of the GS, we’re excited to share facts and figures and nuggets of information people may have not been privy to before. By sharing these, we’re showing customers that when they step into the GS they know it can stand up to all challenges and adventures they put it through.”
The MG GS will be officially launched next month when prices are also scheduled to be announced.
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