TÜV SÜD's State-of-the-Art Testing Lab in Auburn Hills, Michigan

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At TÜV SÜD, we are committed to delivering the highest quality and performance in our EV battery and system solutions. We recognize the importance of safety and reliability in these systems through product development and validation, and that's why we used the combined experience from our North American, European, and Asian battery labs to develop the most capable independent battery test lab in North America.

State-of-the-Art Testing Lab in Auburn Hills, Michigan

TÜV SÜD's State-of-the-Art Testing Lab in Auburn Hills

Our new 80,000 sq. ft battery testing and environmental lab in Auburn Hills, Michigan, is equipped with cutting-edge technology to ensure comprehensive testing capabilities for various batteries. Here are just some of the features of our facility:

Battery Testing Capabilities: Handle batteries up to 1200V/1000A/1100kW.
Electro-Dynamic Vibration Table: Ensures thorough vibration testing.
Electro-Dynamic MAST System: Capable of 6 Degrees of Freedom (DOF) testing.
High-Performance Testing: Table to 350kN and high-frequency response.

Comprehensive Testing for All Vehicle Types

We cater to all vehicles pursuing electrification, including:

Passenger and Light Trucks
Medium and Heavy Trucks
Powersports
Agricultural
Aerospace
Off-Road
Performance Vehicles
Marine

Why Choose TÜV SÜD?

With over a decade of experience in EV battery testing, we have been the most seasoned third-party independent lab specializing in testing batteries in North America since 2009. Our global presence and extensive expertise in battery safety and abuse testing have allowed us to conduct battery testing operations in various countries, including the USA, Canada, Germany, China, South Korea, Japan, Thailand, and Singapore.

At TÜV SÜD, we work closely with our clients to provide tailored solutions that meet their requirements. Our team of experts is always available to answer any questions and provide support throughout the process. We offer our customers over 100 years of global safety and certification experience and are continuously expanding our capabilities in Michigan.

Jonathan Drew, Director of Transportation Testing Services North America, emphasizes:

"The most significant change is the move from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles. Currently, EVs represent about 7% of the market and are growing, but some places, like California, have committed to having 35% EV by 2026 and 100% EV by 2035. The rest of the country will follow. All our customers are driving toward that, including marine, agricultural, ATV, and snowmobiles. It is exciting.

Our biggest challenge is managing the industry's electrification. This is not just from an EV standpoint but also from the many systems and their level of autonomy, such as automatic safety devices, driver assistance modules, radar, LIDAR, navigation, mirrors, and headlights. All that is in addition to EV systems and batteries. It has been a major shift in the industry and adds a lot of required testing; this is a big part of why TÜV SÜD has invested in capability and capacity in battery testing, electrical, and EMC testing."