ZF Group India has secured three independent contracts to supply advanced automotive testing systems to government-backed testing agencies, strengthening its position as a key technology partner for India’s rapidly evolving vehicle certification and safety ecosystem. The projects cover battery testing, tyre testing and e-axle testing, supporting the country’s growing focus on stricter regulatory compliance and safer mobility solutions.
The orders have been awarded by three independent automotive testing organisations operating under national programmes supported by the Government of India, including the National Automotive Testing and R&D Infrastructure Project (NATRiP) and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). The development marks a significant milestone for ZF’s testing systems business in India and reflects increasing confidence in the company’s engineering capabilities across multiple testing disciplines. The projects also reinforce the Government’s “Make in India” initiative, with ZF’s testing systems incorporating a strong level of local value addition while supporting India’s efforts to establish globally benchmarked automotive testing infrastructure.
Commenting on the achievement, Akash Passey, President, ZF Group India, said the company is proud to contribute to the technical foundation that enables world-class vehicle safety certification in India. He noted that being selected by three independent government testing agencies across different technology domains demonstrates the reliability, precision and regulatory expertise of ZF’s testing solutions.
Thomas Trebitsch, Vice President, ZF Test Systems and Testing, said India is witnessing a rapid transition towards higher safety standards and stricter regulatory requirements. He added that ZF’s global experience, combined with its understanding of the Indian automotive industry, enables the company to deliver testing technologies that meet evolving industry needs.
The battery testing solutions supplied by ZF cover the complete validation cycle, from battery cells and modules to fully assembled battery packs. The systems support performance evaluation, endurance testing, environmental simulations and mechanical abuse tests while complying with international and Indian standards, including UL, IEC, UN, IS and LV124 requirements. The solutions also support end-of-line production validation to enhance quality assurance for electric vehicle manufacturers.
For tyre testing, ZF will deploy its advanced Tyre Efficiency Tester platform, designed to evaluate rolling resistance, tyre uniformity and overall performance with high precision. The technology supports compliance with emerging Indian regulations covering tyre safety, fuel efficiency and tyre pressure monitoring systems, while accommodating testing requirements for passenger vehicles, motorcycles and commercial vehicles.
ZF’s e-mobility testing systems feature a modular architecture capable of validating conventional transmissions as well as electric drive systems. The flexible platform supports multiple configurations and integrates advanced automation, precision measurement technologies and high-performance control systems to meet the requirements of modern automotive powertrains.
