Drive System Design expands high-speed eMachine testing capacity with second state-of-the-art UK facility
Drive System Design (DSD), a leading engineering and mobility consultancy within the Hinduja Tech group, has significantly enhanced its UK testing capabilities with the launch of a state-of-the-art high-speed eMachine test facility. Based at DSD’s engineering headquarters in Warwickshire, the new test cell is now fully operational and supporting growing demand across the automotive, marine, aerospace, defence, commercial vehicle, and off-highway sectors.
This new facility builds on the success of DSD’s first high-speed eMachine test cell, which has seen 100% utilisation since its launch in May 2023. The test rig supports a variety of development tests including calibration and control optimisation projects and meets escalating customer demand for more powerful, efficient, and compact electric machines.
The new facility is equipped with a 600kW dyno, supporting eMachine and inverter development and validation. With up to 24,000-rpm, the rig offers a highly flexible, automated testing approach that shortens development cycles and accelerates time-to-market for DSD’s customers. Combined with the company’s proprietary motor testing power analysis routines and deep engineering expertise, DSD can deliver a comprehensive eMachine calibration loop, which gives customers rapid, actionable insights for advanced development.
Crucially, the global specialist now offers identical high-speed test rigs in both the UK and US, enabling global customers to benefit from consistent testing protocols, data quality, and service delivery. This transatlantic alignment allows DSD to efficiently balance workloads across regions, minimise bottlenecks, and offer localised support without compromising on technical rigour.
The new facility is part of DSD’s broader investment in electrification, including its new EMC chamber and continued development of engineering-led service offerings that enable faster, smarter testing.
“Our investment reflects the strong and sustained growth in electrification projects we’re seeing across multiple industries,” said Rob Smith, Head of Development and Test at DSD. “From hypercar manufacturers to aerospace innovators, our customers are pushing performance limits as electric vehicle platforms transition into their second and third-generations. Our new facility is not only market-leading in capability but has been future-proofed to adapt as those requirements evolve.”
Mark Findlay, CEO of DSD said, “The addition of our second high-speed eMachine test cell in the UK marks a significant milestone in expanding DSD’s global test and development capability. To accelerate the development of next-generation propulsion systems, we’ve combined a relentless focus on outcomes with our robust global delivery model. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner, so by mirroring our advanced facilities in both the UK and US, we’re able to deliver a consistent and technically rigorous service to customers across regions. As electrification accelerates worldwide, DSD is proud to be at the forefront, enabling innovation across industries and continents.”
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