![[karl. steep curve Aldenhoven Testing Center]](/images/blog/2026/karl-big.webp)
![[karl. steep curve Aldenhoven Testing Center]](/images/blog/2026/karl/karl-01.webp)
The Federal Motor Transport Authority (Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt) has granted the Institut für Kraftfahrzeuge (ika) at RWTH Aachen University a nationwide testing permit for the autonomous research vehicle “karl.” We're delighted about this, too, because the test runs took place at the Aldenhoven Testing Center.
![[Rocket Engine Test]](/images/blog/2026/triebwerkstest.webp)
Space Team Aachen, a student team that develops rockets, satellites, and other space systems, recently tested its current project at our facility: With ASTRID, the team is working on a new hybrid-propulsion rocket for the European Rocketry Challenge (EuRoC) 2026.
![[Drone photo of a red vehicle on a viaduct through Mediterranean countryside]](/images/blog/2026/sommerzeit.webp)
The Aldenhoven Testing Center is open! Our team looks forward to your next testing booking, driver safety training, or event planning. Current opening hours can be found on the right side of our home page.
Our social media team is taking a summer break and wishes you a relaxing vacation, many wonderful experiences, and safe travels – no matter where summer takes you.
See you soon with more exciting topics about the future of mobility from the Aldenhoven Testing Center!
![[ Rough road]](/images/blog/2026/schlechtweg.webp)
Currently, vehicle tests are being conducted on our grounds in cooperation with Alexander Bloch for “BLOCH TESTET”. Thanks to its versatile track elements, the site offers ideal conditions for objective driving tests.
![[Ausstellungsflächen mit Besuchenden des AutoFrühlings Aldenhoven]](/images/blog/2026/af-review/af-review-01.webp)
We’re happy to look back once again on the recent AutoFrühling Aldenhoven: a fantastic day featuring the latest vehicles, exciting test drives, innovative technology, and many interested visitors! We’ve now captured the best moments of AutoFrühling Aldenhoven 2026 in a recap video.
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