In a major development for India’s automotive and mobility ecosystem, ZF Group has bagged three high-value orders for advanced test systems in powertrain and tyre manufacturing and testing—marking its formal entry into the Indian powertrain and next-generation mobility testing space.
The multi-million-euro projects include the supply of India’s first 440 kW differential unit test bench for powertrain testing, along with state-of-the-art tyre R&D and end-of-line (EOL) test benches for leading automotive manufacturers with a pan-India presence.
The transmission test bench will feature a cutting-edge 3E dynamometer (dyno) setup, designed without an intermediate gearbox to minimise energy loss and enhance performance and accuracy. The system also includes a movable dyno for horizontal adjustments, offering greater testing flexibility. A direct shaft connection to the Device Under Test (DUT) further reduces mechanical complexity and improves data precision.
ZF’s second and third orders involve multiple tyre R&D test benches, including high-speed, endurance, and rolling resistance testing machines for passenger car and two-wheeler segments. Additionally, three automated EOL test benches will ensure tyre quality before dispatch for another leading tyre maker. These EOL systems verify product integrity at the final stage of production.
Akash Passey, President, ZF Group India, said, “These orders mark a new chapter for ZF in India, setting benchmarks in the automotive test systems space. They underscore our long-term commitment to engineering excellence and support for India’s mobility transition.”
The new validation and development facilities offered by ZF are expected to significantly enhance the quality of driveline, chassis, braking, tyre and battery systems—boosting both safety and comfort for Indian road conditions.
This move expands ZF’s portfolio in India to include mid- and large-size powertrain benches, R&D tyre testing machines, and uniformity/balancing systems tailored to local market needs. It also aligns with the country’s broader push towards safer, cleaner, and technologically advanced mobility solutions.
As autonomous and electric vehicle technologies gain traction in India, ZF’s global expertise in test systems is set to support local OEMs and suppliers in accelerating product readiness and innovation.
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