NATC Winter Testing 2019-2020

Nevada Automotive Test Center

Headquarters and Main Proving Ground

P.O. Box 234

Carson City, NV 89702

775-629-2000

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Winter Test Proving Grounds

West Yellowstone, Montana

One of the world's premier locations for cold climate vehicle and tire testing and training

NEVADA AUTOMOTIVE TEST CENTER

WINTER TEST FACILITIES

Did you know that NATC offers a wide range of comprehensive winter testing solutions, along with complete facility and security support to meet individual customer needs? NATC Winter Test offerings include:

Vehicle preparation and maintenance area
Tire mounting and changing area
Course preparation to customer requirements
Onsite instrumentation technicians and equipment for test support
Onsite vehicles to support dynamic longitudinal and lateral traction testing
Complete on-board data acquisition equipment
Testing to ASTM, SAE, ISO, GM, Ford and USTMA "snowflake"

Available from Nov. 15 - April 15 each year, our winter test facility offers optimal winter test conditions with approximately two million square feet of groomed test surfaces. The winter test facility buildings, 2,500 square feet total, include four garage bays and several office and storage areas. A security fence around the entire perimeter protects our exclusive use of the facility and any customers desiring absolute security and privacy. We are easily accessible from the Bozeman, Montana airport.

We are gearing up for the winter test season at NATC and currently accepting bookings for the 2019-2020 winter test season!

WINTER TEST AREAS

VEHICLES DYNAMICS AREAS

Terminal Apron (2,200’ x 250’)
Taxiway (8,400’ x 75’)
Runway (8,400’ x 150’)

Handling Course

Ice Lane with J-turn

Split-Mu (upon request)

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SURFACE CONDITIONS

Virgin/Fresh Snow
Soft Pack (CTI 50-70)
Moderate Pack (CTI 70-80)
Hard Pack (CTI 80-90)
Ice: Frozen or Melting

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NATC TESTING CAPABILITIES

NATC extends access to the West Yellowstone airport for both commercial and military entities seeking testing or support in a winter environment. Tests include:

Dynamic Driving and Lateral Traction
Dynamic Peak and Slide Braking
ABS/ESC/TCS
Subjective and Objective Handling and Stability
Mobility
Durability
Serpentine/Slalom Handling
Acceleration

Additionally, UTVs, snowmobiles, snow blowers, snow removal equipment can be tested at our facility.

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Driver Training and Education

NATC offers training to suit a variety of vehicle operating scenarios. Appropriate for an assortment of drivers, including corporate, government and diplomatic chauffeurs.

NATC prepares and maintains tire test surfaces and tests to national and international standards including:

ASTM/SAE - Single wheel or full vehicle tire testing, 13”-24.5” rim
ISO 18106 - 13”-24.5” rim

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In addition to its testing capabilities, the NATC Winter Test Facility is an excellent choice for group events. It is a popular recreation destination year-round so early reservations are advised. This area hosts a large variety of recreational winter activities including ready access to Big Sky Resort, snowshoeing, skiing, and snowmobiling.

Our facility is conveniently accessible from nearby Bozeman, Montana, which is located approximately 90 minutes north of the testing facility. If your team is considering testing with us during the 2019-2020 season, please contact us soon. We are already experiencing a high level of interest for our test facilities this upcoming season!

For bookings, please contact the NATC Winter Test Division:

Phone (775) 629-2000 | Cell (775) 684-9775 | Email [email protected]

Nevada Automotive Test Center

Headquarters and Main Proving Ground

P.O. Box 234

Carson City, NV 89702

775-629-2000

Visit Our Website