Automotive Testing Expo India Chennai

The Automotive Testing Expo India (ATE India) is a trade fair dedicated to testing, evaluation, and quality engineering in the automotive sector for the Indian market. Held biennially at the Chennai Trade Center, it is organized by UKIP Media & Events Ltd. The event serves as a key platform for experts and industry professionals to explore and discuss the latest technologies aimed at enhancing vehicle safety, performance, and reliability.

As part of the global Automotive Testing Expo series, which takes place in Europe, the USA, and China, the Indian edition focuses on the unique challenges and opportunities within the country’s rapidly expanding automotive sector. India is one of the world's fastest-growing automobile markets, and Chennai—often referred to as the "Detroit of India"—provides an ideal venue with its well-established automotive industry and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities.

The event highlights cutting-edge testing procedures for ADAS and autonomous driving, electric vehicles, battery technology, and charging infrastructure. Additional key topics include NVH analysis (noise, vibration, harshness), EMC testing, and testing for combustion and hybrid powertrains. Exhibitors showcase advanced test benches, data acquisition systems, and simulation software designed to improve vehicle and component efficiency and quality.

A major highlight of the expo is the Automotive Leadership India Summit, organized by SAE India and UKIP Media & Events. This summit brings together decision-makers, engineers, and industry experts to discuss innovation, sustainability, and technological advancements in India's automotive sector, while also addressing regulatory developments and future trends.

The event attracts a diverse professional audience, including OEMs, manufacturers of two- and three-wheel vehicles, Tier-1 suppliers, as well as engineers and developers from the automotive industry. Companies looking to optimize vehicle testing, accelerate product development, and reduce costs through improved quality control particularly benefit from the innovations presented at the expo.

The Chennai Trade Center, one of India’s most modern exhibition venues, offers excellent connectivity to Chennai International Airport and the city’s infrastructure, ensuring easy access for both national and international visitors.

The Automotive Testing Expo India is an essential event for anyone looking to shape the future of automotive testing in India.

The Automotive Testing Expo India will take place on 3 days from Tuesday, 20. April to Thursday, 22. April 2027 in Chennai.