Vehicle Climatic Test Labs

From Development to Certification, We’ve Got You Covered.

Ensure battery electric vehicle (BEV) range, efficiency, and regulatory compliance with our thermal vehicle test cells. Our environmental cells feature a 4WD CFR Part 1066 chassis dyno with solar loading, temperature control (-30°C to 50°C), and support SC03, J1634, Multi-Cycle Test (MCT), and DC fast charge testing protocols. Conveniently located in Metro Detroit, Michigan.

Vehicle climatic Test Labs

From Development to Certification, We’ve Got You Covered.

Ensure battery electric vehicle (BEV) range, efficiency, and regulatory compliance with our thermal vehicle test cells. Our environmental cells feature a 4WD CFR Part 1066 chassis dyno with solar loading, temperature control (-30°C to 50°C), and support SC03, J1634, Multi-Cycle Test (MCT), and DC fast charge testing protocols. Conveniently located in Metro Detroit, Michigan.

Ensure Regulatory Compliance with Confidence

Conduct 2 Cycle and 5 Cycle MCTs for your own use or EPA Certification. Address emerging battery State-of-Health (SOH) testing legislation.

Maximize EV Battery Performance & Efficiency

Optimize batteries across their lifespan in diverse climates. Evaluate the impact of DC fast charging in hot and cold conditions. Ensure range consistency to retain customer trust.

Fast-Track Development Timelines with Year-Round Testing

Eliminate weather delays and seasonal limitations with our temperature-controlled cells (-30°C to 50°C). Beat competitors to market by validating vehicles for global deployment.

Streamline Testing & Certification with a Comprehensive Testing Facility

Save time and logistical hassle by combining mileage accumulation on our dynamometers with climate testing. Leverage our in-house expertise for EV development and certification.

Ensure Regulatory Compliance with Confidence

Conduct 2 Cycle and 5 Cycle MCTs for your own use or EPA Certification. Address emerging battery State-of-Health (SOH) testing legislation.

Maximize EV Battery Performance & Efficiency

Optimize batteries across their lifespan in diverse climates. Evaluate the impact of DC fast charging in hot and cold conditions. Ensure range consistency to retain customer trust.

Fast-Track Development Timelines with Year-Round Testing

Eliminate weather delays and seasonal limitations with our temperature-controlled cells (-30°C to 50°C). Beat competitors to market by validating vehicles for global deployment.

Streamline Testing & Certification with a Comprehensive Testing Facility

Save time and logistical hassle by combining mileage accumulation on our dynamometers with climate testing. Leverage our in-house expertise for EV development and certification.

Technical Specifications of Our Climatic Vehicle Test Cells

  • Temperature Range: -30°C to 50°C (-22°F to 122°F)
  • Solar Loading: Powerful lights simulate solar heat for SC03 and 5-Cycle testing
  • 1066 Compliant 4WD AC Dynamometer: Accommodates a variety of vehicles and drivetrains (up to Class 6)
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Tests Performed in Our Climatic Vehicle Test Cells

  • EPA SC03
  • Cold CO
  • SAE J1634
  • 5-Cycle EV
  • Multi-Cycle Test (MCT)
  • CFR 1066
  • EV Battery Range
  • EV Battery Efficiency
  • EV Battery State-of-Health (SOH)
  • DC Fast Charging at Various Temperatures
  • Cold-Start/Cold-Weather/Winter Performance
  • Solar Loading & Hot Vehicle Cabin
  • Evaporative Emissions Aging

Technical Specifications of Our Climatic Vehicle Test Cells

  • Temperature Range: -30°C to 50°C (-22°F to 122°F)
  • Solar Loading: Powerful lights simulate solar heat for SC03 and 5-Cycle testing
  • 1066 Compliant 4WD AC Dynamometer: Accommodates a variety of vehicles and drivetrains (up to Class 6)
Play Video

Tests Performed in Our Climatic Vehicle Test Cells

  • EPA SC03
  • Cold CO
  • SAE J1634
  • 5-Cycle EV
  • Multi-Cycle Test (MCT)
  • CFR 1066
  • EV Battery Range
  • EV Battery Efficiency
  • EV Battery State-of-Health (SOH)
  • DC Fast Charging at Various Temperatures
  • Cold-Start/Cold-Weather/Winter Performance
  • Solar Loading & Hot Vehicle Cabin

Contact us to discuss our full suite of lab equipment, offered services, and facility capabilities.

Contact us to discuss our full suite of lab equipment, offered services, and facility capabilities.

State-of-the-Art Facility Features for Vehicle Testing

  • Real-world wind equivalence with our custom VX-40 high-performance road speed fans that deliver up to 75 mph velocity and pressure
  • Ensure load consistency with our 50k cfm fan that results in 200+ dyno pit air changes / hour
  • Stay fueled with our 4,000-gallon refueling facility certified to Class 1 / Div 2
  • Trust your fuel with our contaminant sensors and periodic specification conformance testing
  • Customer special test support with our on-site secure barrel storage
  • We control and track fuel by vehicle and customer with our RFID based fuel management system
  • Streamline and control refueling activities with our 8 in-building fuel dispensers
  • Enjoy high-speed DC EV charging with our facility’s 2.5MW electrical backbone
  • 11x on-site 240 volt EV chargers provide convenient recharging, plus a DC fast charger (DCFC)
  • Easily perform visual inspections with our certified 9,000 lb asymmetric vehicle lift
  • On-site vehicle preparation, maintenance, and repair services
  • Extensive fabrication capability
  • 24 / 7 manned, fully-fenced and gated facility with security cameras
  • Fully obstructed view during testing
  • Inside vehicle storage available
  • Technicians stay engaged with our climate controlled central control approach
  • Streamline testing with our automated test setup, quality controls, data handling, and reporting
  • Year-round crossflow and solar exposure due to our building being open on two sides (West / South)
  • Full exposure to Michigan’s 4-season climate
  • Maximum temperature insulation within environmental testing cells with top quality, air-tight freezer doors

Learn how we can accelerate your BEV development, testing, and certification timeline.

State-of-the-Art Facility Features for Vehicle Testing

  • Real-world wind equivalence with our custom VX-40 high-performance road speed fans that deliver up to 75 mph velocity and pressure
  • Ensure load consistency with our 50k cfm fan that results in 200+ dyno pit air changes / hour
  • Stay fueled with our 4,000-gallon refueling facility certified to Class 1 / Div 2
  • Trust your fuel with our contaminant sensors and periodic specification conformance testing
  • Customer special test support with our on-site secure barrel storage
  • We control and track fuel by vehicle and customer with our RFID based fuel management system
  • Streamline and control refueling activities with our 8 in-building fuel dispensers
  • Enjoy high-speed DC EV charging with our facility’s 2.5MW electrical backbone
  • 11x on-site 240 volt EV chargers provide convenient recharging, plus a DC fast charger (DCFC)
  • Easily perform visual inspections with our certified 9,000 lb asymmetric vehicle lift
  • On-site vehicle preparation, maintenance, and repair services
  • Extensive fabrication capability
  • 24 / 7 manned, fully-fenced and gated facility with security cameras
  • Fully obstructed view during testing
  • Inside vehicle storage available
  • Technicians stay engaged with our climate controlled central control approach
  • Streamline testing with our automated test setup, quality controls, data handling, and reporting
  • Year-round crossflow and solar exposure due to our building being open on two sides (West / South)
  • Full exposure to Michigan’s 4-season climate
  • Maximum temperature insulation within environmental testing cells with top quality, air-tight freezer doors

Learn how we can accelerate your BEV development, testing, and certification timeline.