Austest Laboratories has many years of experience testing vehicle-mounted electronics, sub-assemblies, wiring looms, accessories, and other automotive components to assess performance, durability, safety, and compliance with relevant industry standards.
Supporting the Automotive Industry with Independent Testing Services
Automotive products are expected to perform reliably in some of the most challenging operating conditions. From vehicle electronics and wiring harnesses to accessories and sub-assemblies, components must withstand vibration, shock, temperature fluctuations, humidity, electrical disturbances, and everyday wear throughout their working life.
As a trusted automotive laboratory, Austest provides independent automotive testing services to help manufacturers and suppliers assess product performance, demonstrate compliance, and reduce risk before products reach the market. Our team has extensive experience testing vehicle-mounted products against automotive, international, and customer-specific requirements.
Our Automotive Testing Capabilities
We offer a broad range of automotive and automobile testing capabilities, including mechanical, climatic, accelerated ageing and acoustic. Whatever stage your product is at, we'll help you determine the most suitable testing approach.
Mechanical Testing
We can carry out mechanical testing to evaluate durability, structural integrity, and long-term performance under real-world operating conditions.
- Vibration up to 2 tonnes
- Shock and SRS
- Drop and impact
- Cyclic fatigue
- Static load
- Impact (IK code)
- Enclosure protection (IP code)
Climatic Testing
Our climatic testing capabilities assess product performance when exposed to temperature extremes, humidity, thermal cycling, and other environmental stresses.
- Temperature
- Humidity
- Thermal shock
Accelerated Ageing
By simulating exposure to sunlight, UV radiation, moisture, corrosion, and other environmental factors, we can identify potential durability issues before products reach the market.
- Salt Fog/Spray (metallic materials)
- Solar radiation (non-metallic materials)
Acoustic Testing
Our acoustic testing services evaluate airborne and structure-borne noise generated by automotive components and assemblies.
Our Process
We begin by discussing your product, application, and automotive testing requirements to identify the most appropriate standards and test programme. Once the scope is agreed, our team carries out testing in accordance with the relevant requirements and provides clear, documented results.
As an accredited automotive laboratory, Austest operates impartially and independently. We can explain testing requirements, applicable standards, and the results of testing, but we do not guarantee certification outcomes or provide recommendations designed to influence test results.
If additional testing or investigation is required, we'll discuss the available options and work with you to determine the next steps.
Some of the test standards our laboratories are accredited to include:
- ISO 11452-2
- ISO 11452-3
- ISO 11452-4
- ISO 11452-8
- ISO 16750-2
- ISO 7637-2
- ISO 10605
- IEC60068-2 family
- MIL-STD-810G
- DEF STAN 00-35
- ISO 16450-3
- ASTM D4169-09
- ASTM B117
- ISTA 3A & 2A
- AS/NZS 60529
- IEC 60255-21-1
- IEC 60255-21-2
- TSC7019
- TSM0502G
- TSH1552G
Why Choose Austest for Automotive Testing?
Let’s discuss your automotive laboratory testing requirements. Get in touch with our team and receive a tailored quote today!
FAQs
What types of automotive products can Austest test?
We test a wide range of automotive products, including vehicle-mounted electronics, wiring looms, sub-assemblies, accessories, electrical equipment, and other automotive components. If you're unsure whether your product is suitable for testing, our team can advise on the available options.
Why is automotive testing important?
Automotive testing helps manufacturers and suppliers assess how products perform when exposed to vibration, temperature changes, humidity, electrical disturbances, UV exposure, and other real-world conditions. Testing can identify potential issues early and provide evidence of compliance with applicable standards.
Can you test both individual components and finished products?
Yes. Depending on the automotive testing requirements, we can assess individual components, assemblies, or fully assembled products. We'll work with you to determine the most appropriate approach for your project.
Do you provide certification?
Austest provides independent testing and test reports. Certification requirements vary depending on the product, market, and applicable regulations. We can explain the relevant requirements and testing needed to support compliance activities.
How do I get started?
Simply contact our team with information about your product and testing requirements. We'll discuss the available automotive laboratory testing options, applicable standards, project scope, and expected timescales before preparing a quotation.