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DEKRA Battery Test Center

Excellence in Full-Service Battery Testing

Battery Test Center

The Battery Test Center stands for excellence and sustainability in delivering a full-service portfolio on automotive battery testing

DEKRA introduces its state-of-the-art Battery Test Center in Klettwitz, Germany. From mid-2025, this new facility will offer comprehensive battery testing services under one roof – from the development support, validation testing to the final certification testing phase. Our full-service portfolio ensures that all your battery testing needs are met, fostering a safer future for electric mobility.
As part of DEKRA’s global network of high-tech automotive labs, we build on our legacy of independence and expertise, offering top-tier quality and precision. Our comprehensive battery testing services for electric vehicles (EV) cover everything from testing and analysis to logistics and post-testing battery recycling. These reliable and sustainable solutions empower our automotive customers to drive innovation and deliver high-tech products worldwide.
We’re continually expanding our services to help you stay ahead of future automotive trends, including C2X (car-to-everything) communication, charging infrastructure, driver assistance systems (ADAS), open road services, functional safety, automotive cybersecurity, and AI.
Our Key Strengths in Battery Testing
Full-Service Battery Testing Portfolio​

Besides testing and analyzing batteries for electric vehicles (EV), we offer a full-service portfolio with expertise in electrical, performance, abuse, mechanical, and environmental testing, complemented by transport, logistics, and post-mortem analysis for seamless, end-to-end support.

Global Excellence by DEKRA‘s Test Labs

As part of a global network with more than ten independent highly specialized automotive testing labs, DEKRA offers unparalleled access to international expertise and support to navigate the complex regulations worldwide. Our labs cover a wide range of testing scenarios, including e-motor testing and charging infrastructure.

Sustainable Footprint

Safe, secure and sustainable is our mission and the Battery Test Center is setting standards with a sustainable footprint in terms of green energy usage and sustainable testing operations.

100+ Years of Automotive Expertise

With over a century of experience in automotive testing and inspection, DEKRA stands at the forefront of the industry. Our deep expertise ensures that we can meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance, helping to navigate the challenges of modern mobility.

Navigating Global Accreditation

USA: SAE J 2380, SAE J 2929, SAE J 2464​ / European Union: UN-R 100, UN-R 136​ / South Korea: KMVSS / Japan: UN R100​ / China: GB 38031 / India: AIS-048​ / International: UN 38.3, GTR 20, LV 123, LV 124​ / Customer Requirements: Specification sheets, internal quality assurance, product validation, end-of-line testing​

High-Voltage Expertise

Specialized in delivering reliable and precise testing scenarios for high-voltage batteries and packs, to meet the requirements of modern energy storage solutions.​

Europe’s Largest Independent Test Center and Proving Ground

DEKRA provides the largest manufacturer-independent testing center for tomorrow’s automated and connected mobility. From noise measurement, road testing, ADAS, swarm tests or connectivity testing for automated driving is covered. To broaden the automotive scope, the powertrain and emissions laboratory offers specialized equipment for testing battery-electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles.

DEKRA’s Key Battery Testing Services – Ensuring Performance Across All Areas

Performance / Electrical Testing
  • Lifetime and performance tests under various climatic conditions (row, module, pack)
  • Electrical and thermal abuse tests at cell and module level
Mechanical Testing
Environmental Testing
Abuse Testing
Battery Handling
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Our Klettwitz Battery Test Center offers a streamlined, full-service solution that covers services from testing and analysis to logistics and recycling, all in one place. With over 100 years of automotive expertise, we understand the challenges you face and deliver precise, reliable results.

DEKRA Battery Test Center – Excellence in Full-Service Battery Testing​