Passenger cars - Test track for a severe lane-change manoeuvre - Part 2: Obstacle avoidance

ISO 3888-2:2011 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.

Voitures particulières — Piste d'essai de déboîtement latéral brusque — Partie 2: Évitement d'obstacle

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
10-Mar-2011
Current Stage
9599 - Withdrawal of International Standard
Start Date
26-Nov-2025
Completion Date
13-Dec-2025

Relations

Effective Date
28-Jan-2023
Effective Date
21-Aug-2010

Overview

ISO 3888-2:2011 is an international standard that specifies the design and dimensions of a test track for evaluating the obstacle avoidance capabilities of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes gross vehicle mass. Published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), this part of the ISO 3888 series focuses specifically on a severe lane-change maneuver intended to assess one critical aspect of vehicle dynamics and road-holding ability. The standard defines a closed-loop test track configuration for performing subjective evaluations of a vehicle’s performance during an obstacle avoidance scenario.

Key Topics

  • Test Track Dimensions
    The standard precisely defines the lengths, widths, and lane offsets of the various sections of the obstacle avoidance track. The total track length is 61 meters, and widths are adjusted relative to the vehicle's width to accommodate different vehicle sizes. For example:

    • Section widths include factors such as 1.1× vehicle width + 0.25 m for initial lanes, ensuring a consistent challenge across vehicle types.
    • Lane offsets are specified to demand high lateral acceleration, mimicking real-world evasive maneuvers.
  • Track Marking and Setup
    The obstacle avoidance track is marked using cones with a minimum height of 500 mm. Cones are strategically placed to outline the track boundaries, ensuring repeatability in tests and clear lane definitions.

  • Test Methodology
    The obstacle avoidance test involves rapidly shifting the vehicle laterally between lanes to simulate real-world obstacle avoidance. Drivers start in the highest gear with a minimum engine speed, then release the throttle shortly after entering the test track. The test is subjective, focusing on driver skill and vehicle behavior rather than objective velocity rankings.

  • Vehicle Scope
    Applicable to passenger cars as defined by ISO 3833 and light commercial vehicles up to a 3.5-tonne gross vehicle mass. This scope ensures the test is relevant to a wide range of common vehicles.

  • Limitations of the Test
    Due to the influence of driver input on vehicle dynamics in this closed-loop scenario, objective measurement of vehicle handling characteristics is limited. The standard encourages subjective evaluations to supplement other dynamic tests for comprehensive vehicle safety assessments.

Applications

  • Vehicle Development and Safety Testing
    The ISO 3888-2 obstacle avoidance track is a valuable tool for automotive manufacturers looking to assess and improve the dynamic handling and road-holding performance of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles.

  • Active Safety Performance Evaluation
    By simulating emergency lane-change maneuvers and obstacle avoidance, this standard helps determine how effectively a vehicle can maintain control during sudden steering actions, crucial for minimizing accident risk.

  • Quality Assurance
    Consistent test track dimensions and procedures support repeatable testing environments, enabling manufacturers and testing bodies to compare vehicle performance reliably across different models.

  • Regulatory and Research Support
    While the standard itself does not provide direct regulatory criteria, it lays the groundwork for further studies correlating vehicle dynamics with accident avoidance, supporting potential future regulations or safety rankings.

Related Standards

  • ISO 3833:1977 - Road vehicles - Types - Terms and definitions
    Defines vehicle categories and terms used in ISO 3888-2, ensuring consistent classification of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles.

  • ISO 3888-1:2011 - Passenger cars - Test track for a severe lane-change manoeuvre - Part 1: Double lane-change
    Complements Part 2 by specifying the test for a double lane-change maneuver, focusing on different dynamic characteristics.

  • ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2
    The general rules followed for drafting ISO international standards, ensuring coherence and quality in standardization documents such as ISO 3888-2.


Keywords: ISO 3888-2, obstacle avoidance test, passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, vehicle dynamics, lane-change maneuver, active safety, road-holding ability, test track dimensions, vehicle handling evaluation, ISO standards, automotive testing, closed-loop test track, vehicle safety assessment.

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ISO 3888-2:2011 - Passenger cars -- Test track for a severe lane-change manoeuvre

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Frequently Asked Questions

ISO 3888-2:2011 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: ISO 3888-2:2011 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.

ISO 3888-2:2011 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.

ISO 3888-2:2011 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 3888-2:2011 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 3888-2:2025, ISO 3888-2:2002. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 3888-2
Second edition
2011-03-15
Passenger cars — Test track for a severe
lane-change manoeuvre —
Part 2:
Obstacle avoidance
Voitures particulières — Piste d'essai de déboîtement latéral brusque —
Partie 2: Évitement d'obstacle

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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

Foreword
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(ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out through ISO
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established has the right to be represented on that committee. International organizations, governmental and
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rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
ISO 3888-2 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 22, Road vehicles, Subcommittee SC 9, Vehicle
dynamics and road-holding ability.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 3888-2:2002), of which it constitutes a minor
revision.
ISO 3888 consists of the following parts, under the general title Passenger cars — Test track for a severe
lane-change manoeuvre:
⎯ Part 1: Double lane-change
⎯ Part 2: Obstacle avoidance
iv © ISO 2011 – All rights reserved

Introduction
The main purpose of this International Standard 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 must necessarily involve 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.
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