As electric vehicles (EVs) gain momentum worldwide, the future of EV battery technology is more than a matter of performance — it’s a question of safety, sustainability, and global scalability.
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) in its Global EV Outlook 2025, global demand for EV batteries reached over 950 GWh in 2024—25% more than in 2023. The report highlights that electric cars remain the primary driver of battery demand, with significant growth in China and other Asia-Pacific countries. The IEA projects that EV battery demand will more than triple by 2030, reflecting the accelerating transition to electric mobility.
With increasing energy density, faster charging capabilities, and new materials in play, OEMs and battery manufacturers face mounting pressure to prove compliance, reliability, and resilience.
That’s where TÜV SÜD’s North American and Canada labs come in. Located in Auburn Hills, MI, and Newmarket, ON, these two strategic testing centers are helping shape the next chapter in EV battery trends, offering deep technical insight and robust validation capabilities tailored to the evolving needs of the industry. Moreover, above that, the TÜV SÜD’s Plymouth, Michigan lab, dedicated to EMC testing, helps OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers navigate the electrification challenges which are important for the battery industry as well.
From solid-state batteries to sodium-ion chemistries and modular pack design, the market is shifting rapidly. EV OEMs are focused on three key areas: test quality, safety, and minimizing environmental impact.
Auburn Hills, MI
Known as our New Energy Lab, Auburn Hills is TÜV SÜD’s flagship North American facility for testing battery packs, energy storage systems, and high-voltage technologies. With dedicated blast bunkers, high-capacity test rigs, and an advanced scrubber system to safely handle off-gassing and thermal events, it’s purpose-built for large-scale abuse, performance, and compliance testing. From EVs to stationary storage and beyond, Auburn Hills supports OEMs and innovators developing the next generation of energy solutions
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Newmarket, ON
Our Newmarket lab specializes in cell- and module-level testing, supporting R&D teams exploring emerging chemistries like sodium-ion and supercapacitors. Its flexible setup makes it ideal for early-stage validation and precise benchmarking—complementing the system-level focus of Auburn Hills.
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Plymouth, MI
TÜV SÜD’s Plymouth, MI EMC laboratory is a state-of-the-art automotive EMC testing facility, accredited to ISO 17025 by A2LA, and recognized by leading OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. With our expertise in EMC, environmental, and abuse testing, we help customers accelerate time to market, reduce risk, and ensure compliance with global regulations.
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Battery safety isn’t just about normal conditions — it’s about the unexpected. Abuse testing is designed to simulate worst-case scenarios: overcharging, crushing, thermal runaway, short-circuiting. The goal is simple — to evaluate how a battery behaves when pushed beyond its limits.
At TÜV SÜD, we run tests aligned with key standards, including:
Since 2009, from advanced performance validation to failure mode analysis, TÜV SÜD’s North American and Canadian New Energy Labs are designed to support innovation at every level — from startup to Tier 1 to global OEM. As EV battery trends evolve, so must the way we test and certify.
Discover how TÜV SÜD is helping define the future of EV battery safety today.
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