Site overview and services
The Future Mobility Testing and Research Centre (FMTRC) brings together a team of engineering subject matter experts with world-class test facilities and equipment.
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Located 290km west of Sydney, the FMTRC is proudly situated on the outskirts of Cudal, central west NSW.
On-site we have a variety of premier facilities and equipment including:
- 2 km of test track including an on-site runway, built intersections, and crossroad
- Advanced automotive testing equipment including a full suite of ADAS test and multiple VUT test equipment targets
- 2 workshops converted from aeroplane hangers
- Variety of client offices and storage space
- Telstra 5G towers and other communications support
- On-site diesel and unleaded petrol tanks, and electric vehicle charging stations
- 24/7 security.
FMTRC site facilities map
FMTRC site map facilities key
- Site entrance
- Carpark
- Main office (Conference room, workstations, Wi-Fi, kitchen and bathroom facilities)
- Client office (Large office spaces, Wi-Fi, storage, kitchen and bathroom facilities)
- Client workshop 1 (Small workshop with office space)
- Client workshop 2 (Large open plan workshop)
- Client workshop 3 (Large open plan workshop)
- Main workshop (Vehicle test and maintenance equipment, sensor calibration space, event space)
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Petrol and diesel fuelling stations
- Telstra 5G towers (Sitewide 5G cellular coverage)
- Low speed testing area (170m long x 50m wide)
- 1.6km test track (1.6km long x 17m wide, track surface minimum peak braking coefficient of 0.9)
- Marked intersection (Designed according to ANCAP/EuroNCAP protocols) with relocatable traffic lanterns, fiber optics, and controller with C-ITS capability
- Unmarked intersection (Vulnerable road user testing)
- Crossroad (400m long x 14m wide, designed for ANCAP/EuroNCAP crossing testing)
- S-bend line markings (Designed according to EuroNCAP assisted driving protocol)
- Lane markings (Various markings to support Lane Support Systems testing)
- Fixed intersection with traffic lanterns, fiber optics and controller with C-ITS capability
Client Services
At FMTRC, we provide reliable, advanced vehicle technology testing and research to elevate your products. Whether you’re working with light or heavy vehicles, connected and automated systems (CAVs), electric vehicles (EVs), or new technologies like hydrogen and intelligent transport systems (ITS), we offer tailored testing solutions to meet your needs.
The FMTRC testing covers everything from initial product development to final certification, ensuring your vehicles meet the highest safety and regulatory standards.
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When you work with FMTRC, you get clear, accurate testing results you can trust. Coordinated with the Transport for NSW Crashlab unit, our expertise in ANCAP safety testing, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and infrastructure validation helps you meet regulatory requirements and stay competitive in the market.
We proudly work in collaboration with private and public sector agencies from sales, manufacturing, safety, and research and development. Some of our key service offerings include:
- ANCAP and EURONCAP testing
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) testing
- Automated Driving System (ADS) testing
- Australian Design Rule (ADR) testing
- Co-operative intelligent transport systems (C-ITS) testing
- Electric vehicle and hydrogen research and development
You can receive a copy of our service list by downloading the FMTRC brochure (PDF, 11.28 MB).
Key facility benefits
The Future Mobility Testing and Research Centre offers benefits for both industry and community including:
- allows industry leads to create and execute complex and sophisticated vehicle test scenarios providing time and cost savings to help accelerate product development
- provides a five-star ANCAP safety testing laboratory for industry
- enables more vehicles to be tested under Australian market conditions instead of overseas market conditions
- Incorporates premier vehicles, equipment and infrastructure into key testing programs
- supports SMEs with automated vehicle policy and the NSW AV trial framework. The AV trial framework enables the approval of CAV trials on the NSW road network through existing legislative pathways. Through the framework we can provide government validated testing and assurance for new CAV technology. This is a unique opportunity for industry to showcase their ability for deployment into other markets.
Image: Installation of new smart traffic light infrastructure at the FMTRC
A legacy in transport, regional development and local community
Image: Original Hazelton aircraft
Since 1959, our site has been a hub for transport and aviation services.
The FMTRC is proudly located on the historic grounds of the former Hazelton airfield, established by aviation pioneer Max Hazelton.
In 2000, Hazelton was listed on the ASX, employing 170 staff across Cudal, Sydney, and Dubbo, and generating $69 million annually.
In 2002, Hazelton merged with Kendell Airlines to become part of the Rex Group. Remarkably, the original Hazelton runway is still in operation at the FMTRC today.
The FMTRC’s commitment to community development remains as strong as ever. We continue to invest in local staff, resources and programs that support community and enhance opportunities in regional NSW.
Plans for growth
The FMTRC is undergoing planning and design to transform the site into a world-class testing facility. Spanning over 130 hectares, the site will soon feature a 4.4 km loop track and a 500m access road to a skid pan, enabling new heavy vehicle testing and more advanced light vehicle testing.
The new track and facilities will support a greater number of testing programs for vehicle manufacturers and key safety authorities, including ANCAP and EURONCAP.
The FMTRC site expansion is an investment in regional NSW and will generate new jobs through construction and on-going roles for testing and operational staff.
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