OEMs and suppliers are developing new propulsion system concepts, transitioning from traditional transmission technologies (manual, automatic, dual-clutch) to fully electrified powertrains. Electric drives and high-voltage components are now central to this shift.
To support development and system integration, customers require advanced testing systems that not only evaluate mechanical subsystems but also optimize high-voltage electrical subsystems. These testing solutions ensure that both mechanical and electrical components are seamlessly integrated, enabling efficient and reliable performance in modern powertrain designs.
Our modern powertrain test systems are designed to validate all types of propulsion systems, including 2WD, 4WD, and electrified powertrains. They support a wide range of speeds, torques, power classes, and voltage and current levels. The dynamometers simulate real-world driving conditions, road data replication, or time-lapsed testing, providing precise speed and torque control. AVL's optimized hardware and software toolchain significantly accelerates the design and validation process, allowing for early testing in a virtual environment (frontloading).
The AVL PUMA 2™ automation software enhances the system by synchronizing measurements from all devices, ensuring high data quality. This precision, combined with the system’s measurement, control, and simulation capabilities, allows customers to perform real-world driving maneuvers and energy consumption tests without needing a physical vehicle. As a result, propulsion systems can be developed more efficiently, reducing development time and increasing overall project success.
Propulsion system architecture and components have evolved rapidly in recent years, leading to new challenges and opportunities. AVL continues to provide tailored solutions that enable our customers to focus on development with confidence, knowing their measurement results are accurate and reliable."
– Dr. Klaus Pfeiffer, System Line Manager, AVL Deutschland GmbH
AVL powertrain system testing solutions are built on innovative, proven technologies, from dynamometers supporting various power classes to automation software that adapts to a wide range of applications. Our deep application expertise and system integration capabilities drive efficiency for our customers.
We provide the perfect powertrain testing solution tailored to your specific needs, whether it’s for performance optimization, durability testing, or the integration of complex high-voltage components.
The AVL X-ion™ e-Power power analyzer is a modular data acquisition platform that is optimized for electric and hybrid applications.
AVL X-meter helps you with in-vehicle energy balance measurement, range testing, precise re-charging energy measurement and pre-compliance tests.
The SPECTRA converter system is a modular silicon carbide (SiC) converter able to control wheel dynos at unprecedented levels of control accuracy and dynamics thus helping you to test your powertrain with confidence.
AVL PUMA 2™ is the global industry standard for testbed automation. It is suitable for electrified testbed types as well as for conventional test environments.
We offer transmission test systems for various test applications.
AVL’s deep experience with NVH powertrain testbeds allows to provide a high-quality acoustic test environment for e-axles. All components and acoustic enclosures are designed by AVL to ensure excellent NVH performance with minimal sound reflections through simulation-optimized design.
The device is AVL’s all-in-one solution for RDE/ISC requirements. It ensures precise and reproducible emission measurements under real driving conditions.
To meet the special requirements in production testing, we offer a specialized portfolio.
The market-leading testbed monitoring and control system for a variety of propulsion systems
With increasingly strict emissions restrictions across the world, and demand for affordable vehicles with low fuel consumption that do not sacrifice comfort, the automotive industry is facing enormous challenges.
AVL offers a range of units and systems for different types of performance categories for using engine, transmission, and powertrain testbeds.
The AVL Customer Services organization consists of more than 700 service- and application engineers worldwide, operating from more than 50 locations. Our global footprint is your local benefit.
AVL’s comprehensive worldwide network of experts allows best customer vicinity, ensuring consistent and connecting testing fields globally. Wherever your R&D challenges take you, we are always close at hand, ready to provide the service you need.
> 70
years of experience
> 5000
employees worldwide for testing solutions
> 30
countries covered by the global network
> 7000
testbeds installed worldwide
> 80
turnkey projects