roadtest

verb

UK /ˈrəʊdtest/

US /ˈroʊdtest/

To drive a car or vehicle to see if it works well.

The mechanic will roadtest the car before selling it.

SYNONYMS

test-drive try out check examine

RELATED WORDS

vehicle engine drive mechanic inspection

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A test of a vehicle's performance on real roads.

The new model passed its roadtest with flying colors.

3. To try something in real conditions to see how well it works.

We roadtested the new software during the busy season.

4. A practical trial of a product before it is released.

The magazine published a roadtest of the latest electric bike.