ISO 3888-2:2025
(Main)Passenger cars — Test track for a severe lane-change manoeuvre — Part 2: Obstacle avoidance
Passenger cars — Test track for a severe lane-change manoeuvre — Part 2: Obstacle avoidance
This document defines the dimensions of the test track for a closed-loop, severe lane-change manoeuvre test for subjectively determining the obstacle avoidance performance of a vehicle, one specific part of vehicle dynamics and road-holding ability. It is applicable to passenger cars as defined in ISO 3833 and light commercial vehicles up to a gross vehicle mass of 3,5 t. An example of the test method is provided in REF Annex_sec_A \r \h Annex A 08D0C9EA79F9BACE118C8200AA004BA90B02000000080000000C00000041006E006E00650078005F007300650063005F0041000000 .
Voitures particulières — Piste d'essai de déboîtement latéral brusque — Partie 2: Évitement d'obstacle
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 25-Nov-2025
- Technical Committee
- ISO/TC 22/SC 33 - Vehicle dynamics and chassis components
- Drafting Committee
- ISO/TC 22/SC 33 - Vehicle dynamics and chassis components
- Current Stage
- 6060 - International Standard published
- Start Date
- 26-Nov-2025
- Due Date
- 25-Jan-2026
- Completion Date
- 26-Nov-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2023
Overview
ISO 3888-2:2025 specifies the dimensions and marking of a dedicated test track used to evaluate the obstacle avoidance performance of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. As part of the ISO 3888 series, this standard focuses on assessing vehicle dynamics and road-holding ability through a standardized, severe lane-change manoeuvre. The document is primarily intended for manufacturers, testing facilities, and regulatory bodies interested in the subjective evaluation of how well vehicles can avoid obstacles on the road.
The scope of ISO 3888-2:2025 covers:
- Passenger cars, as defined in ISO 3833
- Light commercial vehicles up to a gross vehicle mass of 3.5 t
The test is designed to generate repeatable and discriminatory results that help engineers and safety experts evaluate a critical aspect of active vehicle safety.
Key Topics
- Test Track Dimensions:
- The track is precisely defined, with section lengths and corridor widths tailored to the tested vehicle's dimensions.
- The total length of the track is 61 meters, segmented into multiple sections with varying widths and offsets.
- Marking and Layout:
- The boundaries are marked using cones, usually 500 mm in height.
- Cones are placed based on detailed specifications to ensure uniformity across testing environments.
- Subjective Obstacle Avoidance Evaluation:
- The method emphasizes driver-vehicle interaction in a controlled, closed-loop system.
- The focus is on subjective assessment due to the influence of driver behavior and environmental factors on test results.
- Environmental and Procedural Guidance:
- Test surface conditions, slope, wind, and temperature are to be recorded and maintained within recommended limits to ensure result consistency.
- Only runs with no displaced cones are deemed faultless.
Applications
The ISO 3888-2:2025 test track standard is valuable for numerous practical scenarios in the automotive industry:
- Vehicle Safety Testing:
- OEMs use the standard to assess and benchmark the obstacle avoidance performance of new vehicles under development.
- Homologation and Compliance:
- Regulatory bodies may apply this test as part of broader vehicle certification or safety programs.
- Comparative Analysis:
- Automotive journalists and testing institutes employ the standard track to evaluate and compare the road-holding capabilities of different models.
- Engineering and Product Development:
- The test results provide critical feedback loop for chassis engineers and designers focused on improving stability and vehicle handling characteristics.
By providing a well-defined procedure and test environment, ISO 3888-2:2025 helps ensure consistency and comparability in the subjective evaluation of vehicle dynamics related to obstacle avoidance.
Related Standards
For a comprehensive approach to vehicle dynamic testing and terminology, the following standards are relevant:
- ISO 3888-1: Defines a similar test track for general lane-change manoeuvres.
- ISO 3833: Road vehicles - Terms and definitions for classifying passenger cars.
- ISO 15037-1: General conditions for vehicle dynamics test methods, including guidance on data collection and environmental conditions.
These ISO standards together establish a framework for rigorous, harmonized evaluation of vehicle safety and performance attributes, supporting innovation and safety enhancements within the automotive sector.
By adhering to ISO 3888-2:2025, organizations contribute to safer, more reliable transportation and global standardization in vehicle testing protocols.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ISO 3888-2:2025 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Passenger cars — Test track for a severe lane-change manoeuvre — Part 2: Obstacle avoidance". This standard covers: This document defines the dimensions of the test track for a closed-loop, severe lane-change manoeuvre test for subjectively determining the obstacle avoidance performance of a vehicle, one specific part of vehicle dynamics and road-holding ability. It is applicable to passenger cars as defined in ISO 3833 and light commercial vehicles up to a gross vehicle mass of 3,5 t. An example of the test method is provided in REF Annex_sec_A \r \h Annex A 08D0C9EA79F9BACE118C8200AA004BA90B02000000080000000C00000041006E006E00650078005F007300650063005F0041000000 .
This document defines the dimensions of the test track for a closed-loop, severe lane-change manoeuvre test for subjectively determining the obstacle avoidance performance of a vehicle, one specific part of vehicle dynamics and road-holding ability. It is applicable to passenger cars as defined in ISO 3833 and light commercial vehicles up to a gross vehicle mass of 3,5 t. An example of the test method is provided in REF Annex_sec_A \r \h Annex A 08D0C9EA79F9BACE118C8200AA004BA90B02000000080000000C00000041006E006E00650078005F007300650063005F0041000000 .
ISO 3888-2:2025 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 43.100 - Passenger cars. Caravans and light trailers; 43.180 - Diagnostic, maintenance and test equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO 3888-2:2025 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 3888-2:2011. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
ISO 3888-2:2025 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
International
Standard
ISO 3888-2
Third edition
Passenger cars — Test track for a
2025-11
severe lane-change manoeuvre —
Part 2:
Obstacle avoidance
Voitures particulières — Piste d'essai de déboîtement latéral
brusque —
Partie 2: Évitement d'obstacle
Reference number
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Specifications . 1
4.1 Dimensions of the obstacle avoidance track .1
4.2 Marking of the obstacle avoidance track .2
Annex A (informative) Test method . 4
Bibliography . 6
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This document was prepared by Technical Committee 22, Road vehicles, Subcommittee SC 33, Vehicle
dynamics, chassis components and driving automation systems testing.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition (ISO 3888-2:2011), which has been technically
revised.
The main changes are as follows:
— re-design of figures;
— added recommendations on recording environmental conditions;
— minor rephrasing changes.
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Introduction
The main purpose of this document is to provide repeatable and discriminatory test results.
The dynamic behaviour of a road vehicle is a very important aspect of active vehicle safety. Any given vehicle,
together with its driver and the prevailing environment, constitutes a closed-loop system that is unique. The
task of evaluating the dynamic behaviour is therefore very difficult since the significant interaction of these
driver-vehicle-environment elements are each complex in themselves. A complete and accurate description of
the behaviour of the road vehicle necessarily involves information obtained from a number of different tests.
Since this test method quantifies only one small part of the complete vehicle handling characteristics, the
results of these tests can only be considered significant for a correspondingly small part of the overall
dynamic behaviour.
Moreover, insufficient knowledge is available concerning the relationship between overall vehicle dynamic
properties and accident avoidance. A
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