Independent Engineering Support.
Proven in the Real World.
Supporting vehicle dynamics, chassis development and ISO-compliant testing across automotive, motorsport and defence programmes.
Objective Measurement • Subjective Assessment • Development
Automotive, Motorsport and Defence Programmes
Available for development, testing and validation support
Engineering Expertise Built in the Real World
Decades of hands-on experience across automotive, motorsport and defence programmes, supporting vehicle development from concept through to validation.
Experience across Aston Martin, Jaguar Land Rover, Polestar, Prodrive and Subaru World Rally Team
🔧 Objective Testing & Data Analysis
ISO and SAE compliant testing, supported by advanced instrumentation and data logging, delivering accurate and repeatable data to support development and validation programmes.
🧠 Vehicle Dynamics & Chassis Development
Practical, hands-on support for chassis tuning and vehicle dynamics development, helping engineering teams refine performance, balance and driver feel.
🏁 Motorsport, Certification & Specialist Support
Engineering support for motorsport, prototype development and ECE/SAE certification, delivered across demanding and time-critical programmes.
📊 Subjective Assessment & Benchmarking
Structured evaluation and benchmarking to support development decisions, providing clear insight into real-world vehicle behaviour and attribute performance.
A Practical Approach to Vehicle Development
Groundsell Engineering integrates into existing engineering teams, providing structured, hands-on support throughout the development and validation process.
01
Define Objective
Understand programme requirements,
target attributes and test criteria.
02
Instrument & Test
Apply proven instrumentation and
test methods across real-world conditions.
03
Analyse & Refine
Translate data and driver feedback
into clear development actions.
04
Validate & Support
Support certification, sign-off and
ongoing development with confidence.
Independent Capability with Professional Equipment
Groundsell Engineering operates with its own specialist equipment, enabling flexible, independent testing without reliance on third-party facilities.
Advanced instrumentation and steering robot capability support accurate, repeatable objective measurement across a wide range of test environments.
This approach allows work to be delivered efficiently, whether supporting existing engineering teams or operating as a standalone resource.
Equipment shown represents tools used in testing programmes. Groundsell Engineering operates independently and is not affiliated with or representing these manufacturers.
Collaboration is introduced where it adds value, ensuring the right level of support for each programme.
Collaborative Capability When Required
Groundsell works in collaboration with Lamberton Simulation, extending capability into advanced simulation and development environments where required.
This provides access to additional tools and expertise while maintaining a focused, flexible approach to project delivery.
Simulation • Development • Testing Support.
Experience You Can Rely On
Groundsell Engineering is led by Richard Groundsell, a highly experienced vehicle dynamics and test engineer with a career spanning automotive, motorsport and defence sectors.
Having worked with organisations including Aston Martin, Jaguar Land Rover, Polestar and Prodrive, Richard brings a practical, hands-on approach to vehicle development, testing and validation.
Trusted to support both high-performance and production vehicle programmes at every stage.
Let’s Discuss Your Programme
Whether you need support with testing, development or validation, Groundsell provides experienced, practical engineering support tailored to your programme.
Initial conversations are informal and focused on understanding your requirements.