The Road to Net-Zero EV Development Labs

As automotive companies transition their product portfolio to fully electric, the development and validation of the electric powertrain and battery is a key enabler to success. The electric powertrain, which consists of the battery, traction inverters, and electric motors, or a combination of components like an e-axle, is a primary cost driver, has a tremendous effect on the driver’s user experience, and has the highest risk for expensive recalls and warranty issues. Because of the importance of the electric powertrain, automotive customers must transition their existing development and validation facilities to electric component and system testing which often requires a substantial increase in needed electrical power. However, intelligent installations can use green energy generation, second life energy storage, and high-efficiency test systems to reduce, or even eliminate this challenge.