Electric Vehicles
Demand for electric vehicles is growing worldwide. Market research predicts rapid increase in global sales of electric vehicles over the next ten years.The experts at Smithers can support many stages of electric vehicle technology development on a global basis. We deliver a suite of testing and consulting services for a variety of electric vehicle components, including tires, hoses, and more. We also offer cold soak testing for EV batteries and winter performance testing for EVs at our winter proving grounds. Our expert team can design custom testing protocols and provide guidance on the development of OEM and industry specifications.
In addition, Smithers offers critical industry research through market reports focused on electric vehicle development and demand.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Hose and Tubing Testing
Electric Vehicle (EV) Hose and Tubing Testing
With significant expertise in automotive hoses and the electric vehicle market, the Smithers experts can help you conduct testing to ensure maximum performance and durability of your EV hoses and tubing.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Tires
Electric Vehicle (EV) Tires
The experts at Smithers can support you throughout every step of the development process for electric vehicle tires.
Winter Proving Grounds | Winter Testing
Winter Proving Grounds | Winter Testing
Located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, the Smithers Winter Test Center (SWTC) is a world-class facility ideal for winter testing and conducting performance evaluations on vehicles, tires and components under the special challenges of extreme cold and hazardous road conditions.
Cold Soak Testing
Cold Soak Testing
The Smithers Winter Test Center has two freezers for cold soak vehicle testing that are outfitted to maintain temperatures as low as -30°F.
