With the introduction of the Euro 7 regulation, non-exhaust emissions – particularly those arising from brake and tire abrasion – will be regulated and subject to emission limits for the first time. This presents significant challenges not only for OEMs striving to meet these targets within the given timeframe, but also for suppliers, who must develop innovative solutions for the precise measurement, analysis, and mitigation of these emissions. To address this, it is essential to establish and industrialize new testing methodologies as structured, scalable, and cost-efficient processes. Beyond pure measurement capability, service providers in this domain are increasingly expected to serve as feedback mechanisms – identifying process limitations, proposing targeted improvements, and thereby enabling continuous development in line with evolving technical and regulatory requirements. In this context, AVL is pursuing a holistic development strategy that integrates brake emission measurements with simulation and prediction tools. This combined approach facilitates early-stage assessment of brake emissions during the vehicle concept phase, minimizing development risk and effort. Central to this is the use of AI-based characteristic emission maps – based models, which allow for the prediction of emission levels based on material pairings and vehicle-specific parameters. These tools support informed decision-making without the need for extensive early-phase testing. Looking ahead, the integration of such emission prediction capabilities into AVL’s Vehicle Composer platform will enable customers to evaluate the impact of design changes on brake emissions in a highly time- and cost-efficient manner. This not only supports faster iteration cycles but also ensures that emission targets can be met without compromising vehicle performance or increasing simulation complexity.