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Automotive Testing Services

From chassis to batteries, Element helps OEMs and suppliers bring automotive products to market faster with comprehensive automotive testing services. With 100+ years of expertise, cutting-edge simulation, and global testing, we reduce costs, speed up development, and ensure compliance across ICE, EV, HEV, and autonomous systems. Partner with us to deliver safer, high-performing, and reliable vehicles - quickly and efficiently.

Why Element are Global Leaders in Automotive Testing

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As the automotive industry evolves - with electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous technologies, and stricter safety and emissions regulations - staying ahead demands more than innovation. You face complex supply chains, shorter product cycles, and intense pressure to deliver safe, reliable, and high-performing vehicles, fast. 

Element is your trusted global partner in automotive testing services, supporting OEMs and Tier 1 and 2 suppliers throughout the entire development journey, from early design validation to final compliance certification. With over 100 years of expertise, we test everything from EV batteries, motors, and powertrains to ICE systems, autonomous vehicle tech, and conventional chassis, suspension, and interior materials. 

Our international team uses advanced simulation and testing methods to validate performance, durability, and safety across components, systems, and full vehicles. We also provide specialist fire testing through our group company Warringtonfire to meet rigorous interior material standards. 

With Element, you gain more than accurate results - you gain a collaborative partner who helps you reduce development time, cut unnecessary costs without compromising quality, avoid service failures, and meet global regulations with confidence. 

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Automotive Fire Testing

Accredited fire testing for automotive materials to verify flammability, burn resistance, and smoke behavior, ensuring compliance with ECE R118, FMVSS 302, ISO 3795, and OEM-specific safety standards.

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Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device (BAIID) Testing Services

We provide BAIID testing to verify compliance with global regulations. Our accurate and reliable testing ensures that breath alcohol ignition interlock devices perform safely and effectively in real-world conditions.

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Automotive EMC Testing

Element provides comprehensive EMC testing services that simulate real-world scenarios to validate both whole vehicles and sub-assemblies, meeting international standards for safety and performance.

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Multi-Axial Simulation Table (MAST) Testing Services

Element's MAST testing replicates real-world vibrations in a controlled lab, helping automotive engineers assess durability, reduce development time, and refine vehicle components for safer, more reliable performance.

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Vehicle Fluid Systems Testing Services

Element offers comprehensive testing for automotive fluid systems, assessing durability and performance under extreme conditions to help manufacturers enhance reliability and meet industry standards.

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Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) Testing

Element's ADAS testing services validate the safety and reliability of automated driving systems. With in-lab and field testing, we help manufacturers refine performance and bring trusted vehicle technology to market.

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Airbag Deployment Testing

Element's airbag deployment testing delivers precise real-world simulations, helping manufacturers analyze timing, detect anomalies, and meet industry standards with high-speed video and advanced data acquisition.

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Automotive Battery Testing

Element provides expert automotive battery testing to meet global safety and compliance standards. We test Li-ion and Ni-MH batteries for durability, performance, and regulatory approval.

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Automotive Buzz, Squeak, and Rattle (BSR) Testing

Element's BSR testing identifies and eliminates unwanted vehicle noise, improving customer satisfaction and reducing warranty claims. Our advanced testing technology simulates real-world conditions for accurate, reliable results.

Your challenges, our solutions

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Regulatory compliance complexity

Navigate increasingly complex automotive regulations with our experts, helping you identify relevant requirements early in development. Our deep understanding of regulatory and OEM requirements across multiple markets ensures your products are compliant from design through production.
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Accelerated development cycles

Meet demanding time-to-market requirements with our real-time simulation capabilities that reduce testing duration compared to traditional methods. Our innovative test equipment and custom test plans identify design flaws early, enabling faster iteration and validation cycles.
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Winning the innovation race

Beat competitors to market with new technologies through our specialized EV battery, EMC, and autonomous systems testing. Our rapid validation processes and early-stage design feedback help you launch breakthrough automotive innovations faster and with greater confidence than your competitors.

Standards we test to and components we test

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  • UN 38.3 (Battery testing) 
  • UL 2580 (Battery testing) 
  • IEC 60095 (Battery testing) 
  • ECE R100 (Battery testing) 
  • Automotive EMC standards 
  • FMVSS standards 
  • ISO standards 
  • SAE standards 
  • Automotive OEM specifications 
  • ECE R118 

Why Choose Element

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Unmatched technical expertise

Our specialists’ 100+ years of automotive sector experience ensures your products conform to ever-changing automotive requirements across global markets

Comprehensive service portfolio

From individual component testing to full vehicle validation, we provide end-to-end support throughout your product development cycle.

Advanced testing capabilities

Our cutting-edge facilities feature semi-anechoic chambers, MAST systems, and sophisticated data acquisition tools delivering reliable, reproducible results you can trust.

Collaborative approach

We work as an extension of your team, providing analysis and test plans tailored to your specific challenges.

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Advanced Testing Facilities and Methodologies

Our state-of-the-art automotive testing facilities feature specialized equipment that few competitors can match: 

  • Drive-in semi-anechoic chambers and quiet rooms for precise acoustic testing 
  • Environmental 4-post simulators with sound treatment for BSR evaluations 
  • Multi-Axial Simulation Tables (MAST) systems for comprehensive durability testing 
  • Extensive data acquisition capabilities with 300+ channel systems 
  • Advanced testing methodologies including:  
  • Sinusoidal and random vibration testing 
  • Transient capture and field data replication 
  • Noise, Vibration, Harshness (NVH) problem solving 
  • Transfer path analysis and acoustic sensitivity testing 

Element's global network spans North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond, with consistent methodologies and quality standards ensuring reliable results across locations. Our test systems accommodate vehicles from passenger cars to light trucks up to approximately 11,000 lb. GVW, supporting your global product development and market entry strategies.

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