Vehicle Drive-Over Testing System For EV Connectors & Plugs

With the rapid growth of the electric vehicle (EV) industry, charging connectors and plugs are widely used in public, commercial, and residential scenarios. These components are often accidentally left on the ground during daily use, creating a critical risk of being run over by vehicles. Such incidents can lead to deformation, internal damage, insulation failure, electric leakage, or even safety hazards.

To ensure product safety and compliance with global certification requirements, IEC 62196‑1:2022 and UL 2594:2016 mandate strict drive‑over / crush tests for EV connectors and plugs. Manufacturers and laboratories urgently need professional, stable, and easy‑to‑operate test equipment to verify structural strength, safety performance, and compliance before mass production and market launch.

Our client required a fully compliant, high‑precision, and safe test solution that meets international standards, while ensuring high accuracy and operational safety.

Sinuo Testing Equipment provides the Vehicle Drive‑Over Testing System SNQC1010, a dedicated solution designed specifically for simulating vehicle wheel rolling over EV charging connectors and plugs.

This system fully satisfies the test requirements of:

• IEC 62196‑1:2022 Clause 33
• UL 2594:2016 Clause 58

We deliver a complete, ready‑to‑use solution including mechanical structure, precision loading, PLC control, safety protection, and standard‑compliant testing capability.

• Dual‑Standard Compatibility
  Supports both IEC and UL test procedures in one machine, covering 5000±250N, 11000±550N, and 4893N (1100 lbf) loading requirements.
• High‑Precision Loading System
  Uses standard P225/75R15 vehicle tire with adjustable air pressure (220±10 kPa / 218±13 kPa). Force is applied via counterweights with a crane for safe, labor‑free adjustment.
• Stable & Controllable Rolling Motion
  Servo motor + worm gear drive ensures constant speed at 8±2 km/h, with 0–2.0m stroke and heavy‑duty linear guide rails for stable, low‑noise operation.
• Intelligent PLC & Touchscreen Control
  Mitsubishi PLC + Weinview 7‑inch HMI, supporting auto / manual mode, programmable timing, counting, and parameter setting.
• Full Safety Protection
  Protective enclosure, emergency stop, door interlock, leakage protection, motor overload protection, and anti‑collision braking.

The sample is fixed on a simulated concrete floor. A weighted vehicle tire is driven forward and backward at a controlled speed to roll over the test sample. The system applies accurate crushing force to verify whether the connector/plug maintains structural integrity, insulation, and functional safety after being run over. The test fully simulates real‑world accidental crushing scenarios.

• EV charging connectors, plugs, in‑vehicle charging accessories
• EVSE manufacturers, reliability labs, certification bodies
• R&D, quality control, and type approval testing

• Fulfills Certification Requirements
  Customers can directly complete IEC 62196 and UL 2594 drive‑over tests to obtain compliance reports and pass certification.
• Ensures Product Safety
  Identifies potential structural weaknesses before market launch, preventing failure, electric shock risks, and safety accidents.
• Improves Product Quality & Durability
  Provides reliable data for design optimization and material selection, enhancing product life and user trust.
• Stabilizes Testing Process
  High repeatability, stable force and speed, reducing manual errors and improving test efficiency.

Sinuo Testing Equipment is a professional provider of reliability test solutions for the new energy industry. The SNQC1010 Drive‑Over Tester integrates professional design, precision manufacturing, and reliable control systems.

Our advantages:

• Fully compliant with IEC and UL standards
• High precision, stability, and safety
• Intelligent control, easy operation, low maintenance
• Mature structure, branded components, long service life
• Comprehensive protection and high operational safety

If you are looking for a stable, professional, and certified drive‑over test solution for EV connectors and plugs, Sinuo SNQC1010 is your ideal choice. We support your product quality, safety, and global market access.