Autoliv Launches Virtual Testing Platform with Toyota as First Customer
Event summary
- Autoliv introduced its Human Body Model (HBM) Safety Suite for virtual crash testing on September 8, 2026.
- Toyota is the first customer to evaluate the platform for its virtual safety development activities.
- The suite combines advanced human body models with analysis and visualization tools to optimize vehicle safety.
- Autoliv plans to make the platform available more broadly across the industry in 2026.
- Virtual testing is becoming increasingly important due to shorter development cycles and evolving safety requirements.
The big picture
Autoliv's HBM Safety Suite reflects the automotive industry's shift toward virtual testing, driven by shorter development cycles and stricter safety requirements. As regulations and consumer rating programs increasingly rely on virtual methods, Autoliv positions itself as a key player in advancing vehicle safety technology. The platform's ability to provide detailed insights into occupant response and injury mechanisms could set a new standard for safety innovation.
What we're watching
- Adoption Pace
- How quickly other automakers will adopt Autoliv's HBM Safety Suite after Toyota's evaluation.
- Regulatory Impact
- Whether the shift toward virtual testing will accelerate regulatory changes in vehicle safety standards.
- Cost Efficiency
- The extent to which virtual testing can reduce lead times and improve cost efficiency in vehicle development.
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