Pune, October 18, 2026: Automotive Test Systems (ATS) is developing a battery testing laboratory in Talegaon, Pune, with a proposed initial investment of ₹60 crore, strengthening the region’s electric mobility and automotive engineering ecosystem.
The facility will provide battery performance, durability, safety and abuse testing for a wide range of applications, from electric two-wheelers to heavy commercial vehicles. It is being developed in collaboration with a European testing and certification organisation.
The laboratory aims to support automotive manufacturers, battery producers, technology developers and startups by expanding access to advanced battery testing and validation capabilities within India.
The development further reinforces Pune’s position as a key destination for automotive innovation, electric mobility and advanced engineering, supporting the growth of next-generation technologies.