Meaning of the word "road test" in English

What does "road test" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

road test

US /ˈroʊd test/
UK /ˈrəʊd test/
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Noun

a test of a vehicle on the road to assess its performance and suitability

Example:
Before buying the car, I took it for a road test.
The mechanic performed a thorough road test after the repairs.

Verb

to test a vehicle on the road to assess its performance and suitability

Example:
We need to road test the new model before releasing it to the public.
The engineers will road test the prototype next week.