AVL India’s Battery Cell Testing Lab is a key enabler in the
nation’s energy and mobility transformation. Faced with
rapidly growing demand for battery cell testing, the facility
addresses country-specific and technological challenges. It
empowers manufacturers to develop safe, durable, and cost-
effective battery solutions. Therefore, the lab plays a crucial
role in accelerating India’s journey toward sustainable
mobility and energy independence.
ndia’s electric vehicle (EV) market is experiencing exponen-
tial growth, driven by government initiatives like the Faster
Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME)
program and increasing consumer demand for sustainable
mobility.
Lithium-ion batteries, the backbone of EVs, must meet strin-
gent performance, safety, and durability standards to ensure
reliability in India’s diverse climatic conditions, from scorch-
ing summers to humid monsoons. Additionally, the rise of
renewable energy storage systems and consumer electronics
further amplifies the need for high-quality battery cells.
India Faces Several Challenges in Battery Cell Testing:
• Limited Testing Infrastructure: India currently lacks a
sufficient number of advanced battery testing facilities,
especially for advanced chemistries and high-capacity cells.
• Diverse Environmental Conditions: India’s varied climate
demands batteries that perform reliably under extreme
temperatures, requiring precise thermal testing.
AVL India
Tackling India’s
Battery Testing
Challenges
• Stringent Safety Requirements: Compliance with global
safety standards, such as EUCAR hazard levels, is vital to
prevent risks like thermal runaway or fire hazards.
• Aging and Durability: Understanding battery degradation
under cyclic and calendar aging is essential for ensuring
long-term performance, yet such testing is time-intensive
and requires specialized equipment.
• Cost and Scalability: Developing cost-effective,
high-throughput testing solutions is vital for India’s
price-sensitive market and growing EV production.
AVL India’s Battery Cell Testing Lab: A Game-Changer for the
Indian Market
AVL India’s Battery Cell Testing Lab was established to
address these challenges. It is a facility designed to meet the
needs of OEMs, battery manufacturers, and researchers. With
advanced testing capabilities, the lab ensures that battery
cells meet the highest standards of performance, safety, and
durability.
HOME OF INNOVATION
GLOBAL FOOTPRINT ASIA
66 | 67