Engines and Gears

Intertek delivers comprehensive evaluations to support the development of high-performance automotive engines, advanced gear systems, and next-generation powertrains. With state-of-the-art laboratories in North America and the United Kingdom and deep technical expertise across internal combustion and hybrid vehicle engines, we help manufacturers bring efficient, durable, and sustainable engines to market with confidence.

Our end-to-end testing solutions cover every critical aspect of powertrain validation, from emissions and endurance to component wear, fluid interactions, and thermal behavior. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge automotive engines or optimizing gear systems for vehicles, Intertek provides the performance data and engineering insight needed to ensure compliance, improve durability, and enhance overall engine efficiency.

We work closely with OEMs and Tier suppliers to validate automotive gearbox technology, support precision gear manufacturing, and accelerate automotive engine design programs. Our testing protocols are aligned with global regulations and industry benchmarks, helping clients manage complexity, reduce risk, and lead in engine and gear innovations.

Explore Our Engine and Gear Testing Services

Engine Endurance and Durability Testing

Intertek is an industry leader in Engine endurance and Durability Testing for engine manufacturers and their suppliers, helping you meet testing requirements.

Engine and Powertrain Testing

Intertek offers industry leading Engine and Powertrain performance testing services across a broad range of automotive products with labs all around the world.

Transmission Testing Services

Intertek's Transmission Testing solutions provide independent mechanical testing to help get your products to market faster around the globe

Engine Emissions, Research, Development, and Testing Services

Intertek’s engine research, development, and emissions testing services perform engine emission testing programs for engine manufacturers and their suppliers

Automotive Manufacturer (OEM) Engine Testing

Intertek offers a wide range of Automotive Manufacturer (OEM) Engine Testing services for engine related compliance, evaluation and qualitification purposes.

FZG Gear Testing

Customized FZG Gear Testing solutions which evaluates fluid lubricating and wear protection properties at the interface of a loaded set of gears.

Automotive Internal Engine Tests

Intertek offers a wide range of comprehensive Internal Engine Test methods to meet specific customer needs helping you get to market faster and more efficiently.

Engine Deposit and Engine Wear Evaluations

The Intertek engine deposit and wear laboratory specializes in visually quantifying engine deposits, including carbon, sludge and varnish.

Engine Testing and Qualification

Intertek offer Engine Testing, Qualification, Evaluation and research services for engines, components, fuels, lubricants, chemicals, engineering and certification.

Intertek’s testing solutions for the automotive industry are designed to support engine and gear innovations across all propulsion technologies and fuel types. Our independent expertise enables faster development, greater reliability, and measurable gains in engine efficiency and drivetrain performance.