Automotive Testing & Development Services

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37 Years

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Your Trusted Partner for Automotive Testing Solutions

Since 1989, Automotive Testing & Development Services (ATDS) has been a leader in automotive testing, offering comprehensive solutions for emissions compliance, durability programs, and portable emissions measurement. Our CARB-audited laboratory in Ontario, California, is equipped with advanced dynamometers and SHEDs to support rigorous testing requirements. With over 30 years of experience and a team of 300+ professionals, we serve top-tier automotive manufacturers through five permanent and multiple temporary locations across the United States. Our expertise spans high-volume emissions testing, evaporative SHED tests, and durability programs in extreme environmental conditions. We specialize in customized testing solutions, catering to clients requiring precision in engineering data and regulatory compliance.

Our facilities in Michigan, Colorado, Minnesota, and Alaska provide strategic access to diverse testing environments, including high-altitude, extreme cold, and hot-weather conditions. ATDS is one of the worlds few independent certification service providers, having completed over 100 vehicle certification projects for manufacturers of all sizes. Our commitment to flexibility and technical excellence ensures clients receive tailored approaches for complex automotive challenges. We maintain full-time staff at key locations to execute urgent projects efficiently, supported by secured storage, auto lifts, and client-use facilities. Our mission is to deliver reliable, data-driven testing services that meet the evolving needs of the automotive industry while upholding the highest standards of quality and innovation.

Services

Emissions Testing PEMS Testing Durability Programs Vehicle Procurement Customized Testing

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Year established: 1989

Highlights and features

We have over 30 years of experience in automotive emissions testing.
Our CARB-audited laboratory meets rigorous regulatory standards.
We provide customized testing solutions for complex automotive challenges.
Our team includes 300+ professionals across five permanent U.S. locations.
We operate in extreme environmental conditions for comprehensive durability testing.

Associations and certifications

CARB (California Air Resources Board)

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Services

Emissions Testing

Our CARB-certified laboratory conducts exhaust emissions testing for regulatory compliance and engineering data. We perform over 50,000 emissions tests annually using advanced dynamometers and SHEDs. This service ensures vehicles meet federal and state environmental standards.

PEMS Testing

Portable Emissions Measurement System (PEMS) testing captures real-world emissions data in diverse environments. We deploy PEMS for on-road testing in urban, highway, and extreme climate conditions. This service supports compliance and performance analysis for automotive manufacturers.

Durability Programs

We execute durability programs in extreme cold, heat, and high-altitude environments. Our facilities in Alaska, Colorado, and Texas simulate challenging conditions for long-term vehicle performance evaluation. This service includes over 10 million durability miles driven annually.

Vehicle Procurement

Our Michigan office specializes in vehicle procurement for testing projects. We source vehicles for emissions compliance and durability programs, ensuring timely access to required models. This service includes logistics and inventory management for client fleets.

Customized Testing

We design customized testing protocols to address unique automotive challenges. Our team adapts laboratory and field testing methods for specialized client requirements. This service leverages 30+ years of expertise in regulatory and engineering testing.

Questions

What services does ATDS offer for automotive manufacturers?

We provide emissions testing, PEMS testing, durability programs, vehicle procurement, and customized testing solutions for compliance and engineering data.

How long has ATDS been in business?

ATDS has operated since 1989, offering over 30 years of expertise in automotive testing and development services.

Where are ATDS facilities located?

Our facilities are in Ontario, CA; Ann Arbor, MI; Aurora and Grand Junction, CO; Bemidji, MN; Fairbanks, AK; and Texas.

Is ATDS certified for emissions testing?

Yes, our laboratory is CARB-audited and certified for emissions compliance testing, including SAE J2807 procedures.

Can ATDS handle extreme environmental testing?

We conduct durability testing in extreme cold (Alaska), high-altitude (Colorado), and hot-weather (Texas) conditions.

Reviews (6)

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Frank Vargas

Jun 16, 2022 Report

Treats test drivers like trash. Also if you are hired. Take a photo of every single paper you turn in to them. For about 2yrs of being employed here I was probably the most punctual and least likely to call off. While others has multiple accidents/tickets with test vehicle. Got into an accident that could've killed me and the other driver caused by an issue myself and others were reporting with our test vehicles at least 100 times and they fired me the very next day while trying to crookedly get me to sign off like I quit.

For the they receive from their clients they should be ashamed. Also if you happen to pay child support and want it to be automatically deducted from your paycheck. They charged me $90-$100 each time.

Mark Lopez

Jun 04, 2022 Report

Honestly there's really no management system in place, last time I was there almost a year ago, I was hired as a "driver" and ended up being a maintenance guy under some dude hired by them. The women upstairs are all over the place. Talking about men, or my old manager talking about hitting up dispensary and getting FTP gifts. If I were the man who owns/runs this testing facility, I'd definitely run through the whole staff and hire people who will act professional, not talk about their stash bag from the previous week.

Tim Miller

Dec 05, 2019 Report

ATDS contacted our family about doing some testing on a 2014 Nissan Altima we owned. Due to their testing, Nissan replaced the faulty CVT transmission. After replacement, the car continued to exhibit issues with the CVT, though Nissan stated their diagnostic computer could not identify a problem on repeated diagnostic attempts. We contacted ATDS for advice and they assisted us in getting the situation rectified. ATDS personnel, specifically Kathy and Patti, were trustworthy, professional, responsive, and timely in their communications and served as a strong advocate in this situation. We are impressed with the effort they made to help us and we are extremely grateful for their assistance in dealing with a frustrating situation. We give ATDS the highest recommendation.

Jason

Jun 29, 2019 Report

I work for one of the bigger import OEM's in the R&D field. ATDS has supported some of our emissions and chassis dyno tests in the past. A+ staff, very friendly and helpful.

Sean McDonald

Jun 12, 2019 Report

Had my vehicle for 22 days when they said they would have it a max of 14. Damaged my rear bumper and my aftermarket trailer hitch. They of course deny responsibility. Avoid these people like the plague.

Oswin Vandenbossche

Mar 11, 2019 Report

We got our truck back after 6 weeks of emission testing in Michigan, and it was returned just the way it was picked up. Everyone we worked with from Patti in the office to the drivers that brought the rental car were great! They were very pleasant, accommodating, and easy to deal with. Thanks for everything and keep up the impressive work your doing!