Automotive Dynamometer Testing

Element offers industry-leading dynamometer testing services, helping you optimize the performance, durability, and overall quality of your drivetrain. Dynamometer testing is a foundational aspect of automotive testing, and Element’s industry professionals provide clear, accurate, and actionable test data to help you deliver on your customers’ expectations.

Expert Dynamometer Testing

Element is the preferred testing partner for the US’s largest vehicle manufacturers, offering truly comprehensive vehicle, system, and component testing services through one knowledgeable provider with efficient, streamlined processes. In addition to dyno testing, our team can perform mechanical and fluid dynamics analyses, electronics measurement and testing, environmental simulations, and dozens of other tests that accurately replicate the wide range of conditions a vehicle may encounter during use.

Why Choose Element for Dynamometer Testing?

• Unmatched Expertise: Our team of drivetrain testing specialists has the experience to evaluate every aspect of your system, including transmissions, transaxles, transfer cases, rear axles, U-joints, half-shafts, and complete driveline systems
• Customizable Testing: We design test fixtures and control equipment tailored to your specific needs, ensuring a thorough evaluation of your components.
• Advanced Capabilities: Our dynamometers can simulate a wide range of real-world conditions, including extreme temperatures, harsh environments, and various driving cycles.
• Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Testing: We have the equipment and expertise to accurately assess the performance and efficiency of electric and hybrid vehicle components, including eAxles.
• Comprehensive Support: Element goes beyond testing. We offer data analysis, certification assistance, and other services to help you bring your product to market with confidence.

Here's what sets Element apart:

• Broadest Range of Testing: We offer dyno testing as a standalone service or as part of a comprehensive end-to-end vehicle testing program, all under one roof.
• Advanced Data Acquisition: Our state-of-the-art equipment provides detailed insights into your drivetrain's performance.
• Streamlined Processes: We deliver efficient testing with fast turnaround times, keeping your projects on track.
• Commitment to Quality: Element is a trusted partner to major automakers, known for our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Capability highlights include:

• Monitoring and absorbing at speeds up to 15,000 RPM and torque over 6,000 ft-lb
• Automated control, monitoring and data acquisition with torque/speed profile, back drive and shift capability for transmissions, PTUs, gearboxes, axles, driveshafts, along with rotating machinery analysis
• Simultaneous application of dynamic axial and/or radial loading to rotating components on geared hubs, spindles, CV joints.
• Environmental exposure to rotating components including temperature, slurry and salt spray on motors, alternators, U-joints and bearings.

We can provide certification and pre-compliance management for a wide range of national and international regulatory standards. Contact us today to learn how we can support your success.