Limits Quote by Alain Prost
“When I test I never go right to the limit. Only because when you are below the limit you can go at the same speed all day, and that's the only way you can be absolutely sure about what you are testing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Radio interview, 1995
Testing below limits lets you maintain consistent speed and verify performance reliably.
In simple terms: Test below limits for steady, reliable results.
Test at moderate levels for confidence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- product development
- software testing
- automotive tuning
- quality assurance
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance speed and safety in testing?
- When is it appropriate to test at full capacity?
Pushing to limits can reveal hidden failures that moderate testing may miss.