As the automotive industry accelerates toward greater automation, safety, and regulatory compliance, the demand for precise and efficient testing solutions has never been higher. In response, UTAC and IPG Automotive proudly introduce the UTAC Scoring Set Europe 2026 – a cutting-edge virtual testing suite designed to meet the rigorous requirements of the upcoming Euro NCAP 2026 protocol for active safety. This innovative solution marks a new era in vehicle safety validation, empowering OEMs, suppliers, and engineers to develop and test advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) with greater accuracy, speed, and confidence.
A strategic partnership driving innovation
Developed in close collaboration with UTAC, a leading Euro NCAP-approved laboratory since 2001, the UTAC Scoring Set delivers a best-in-class virtual testing environment. Our partnership blends decades of expertise in vehicle testing and simulation, resulting in a solution that is not only technologically advanced but also deeply aligned with real-world safety requirements.
One of the most significant advantages of the UTAC Scoring Set is early access to the Euro NCAP 2026 protocol for virtual testing. This feature allows development teams to proactively align their systems with the latest safety standards, gaining critical insights and staying ahead of regulatory changes. The scoring set includes all detailed testing scenarios, including both standard and extended variations exclusive to the 2026 protocol.
Based on the CarMaker simulation platform, the UTAC Scoring Set provides robust simulation capabilities that enable reliable virtual testing across a wide range of conditions. The integration of predefined scenarios and automated scoring logic, validated by UTAC experts, ensures ease of use and consistency with real-world test procedures.
Engineers and developers can integrate the tool seamlessly into their existing workflows, using it to pre-evaluate vehicle performance, identify safety-critical issues early, and reduce the need for costly and time-consuming physical tests.
Key features and benefits
- Validated by UTAC: Ensures trust and compliance with Euro NCAP standards
- Test automation and cloud readiness: Supports local MIL, SIL, and HIL testing to massive cloud-based automation, significantly accelerating development cycles
- UTAC Score: A post-processing utility to pre-calculate Euro NCAP rating scores, providing quick, color-coded overviews of system performance based on the 2026 protocol
- Robustness and reliability: Meets Euro NCAP’s increased demands for system robustness and validation, with virtual test results confirmed through physical verification
Virtual testing represents a cost-effective, scalable approach to vehicle development. With the UTAC Scoring Set, manufacturers can:
- Streamline ADAS/AV development
- Save time and shift left validation of function performance
- Stay compliant with evolving regulatory standards
- Gain confidence through validated simulation results and virtual scoring
The UTAC Scoring Set is designed for:
- ADAS/AV software developers looking to accelerate development
- Software test engineers seeking comprehensive test coverage
- Application engineers focused on system integration and validation
- OEMs and automotive suppliers aiming to meet Euro NCAP requirements efficiently
This new scoring set is more than just a technical tool – it represents a shared vision by IPG Automotive and UTAC to advance mobility safety through collaboration and innovation. As the industry navigates toward a future dominated by intelligent, automated vehicles, tools like the UTAC Scoring Set Europe 2026 are essential for ensuring that innovation does not come at the cost of safety.
For more information, contact our Sales team at sales(at)ipg-automotive.com.
