A RESOUNDING SUCCESS!

The resurging North American automotive industry is reflected in the fact that Automotive Testing Expo North America 2011 was packed with top quality visitors, and the 2012 event is set to be even bigger and better.

At the tenth Automotive Testing Expo North America you can see the very latest technologies and services that are designed to ensure that the highest standards are met in terms of product quality, reliability, durability and safety. Over 200 exhibiting companies will be out to demonstrate that their products are able to help with the ultimate aim of eliminating recalls. These must surely be the drivers of any successful car industry; they represent fundamental features that are uppermost in customers’ minds and essential for brand loyalty and brand protection as well as global sales success.

In addition, co-locating with Automotive Testing Expo North America will once again be Engine Expo North America following its hugely successful launch.

Set to double in exhibition floor space, Engine Expo North America will also see the expansion of the Electric & Hybrid Zone  which will feature motors, the very latest battery technology, controllers, capacitors, KERS and more, alongside ICE technology, giving powertrain engineers the complete picture.

Here is what they said about the 2011 show:

Nick Pascoe, CEO, Controlled Power Technologies: “We don’t need to see many visitors, but I would say the ones we have seen have been a good level. Obviously we’ve seen the right people from Ford, GM and Chrysler, as well as many old friends from the industry. It’s been good and I’ve enjoyed the show so far. I’ll see what the next few days bring.”

Dirk Zep, Controlled Power Technologies: “It’s really interesting. We’ve met lots of people from the big 3 OEMs, who seem to send fact-finding scouts and return with senior people. It’s definitely worth coming here.”

“Everyone seems pumped up that the show’s so busy. I was impressed that as soon as the doors opened, people were coming in and looking at the stands. Companies are doing R&D again, and have travel budgets again” Simon Cobb, NCCAR

“We got a lot of traffic here at our booth and it’s great to catch up with other people in the industry – not just customers but also our equipment suppliers. The Battery Expo has also added a nice dimension to the show.” Mike Benjamin, FT Techno of America

“The Expo is great as a combination with Engine Expo and Battery Expo. The traffic here is fantastic. It’s about being out there and making our presence known, not just generating leads. This is a great location.” John Herthel, Ford Michigan Proving Ground

“I enjoy all the shows and enjoy coming. I come here to see what’s new, get some new ideas and see new products.” Alexander Millerman, senior project engineer, GM

“We need to get into cars, and that’s why we come. We came last year and did well, finding several nice companies and that worked out well. A lot of our customers are here.” Stan Porter, sales manager, Force Control Industries

“I think the show is a bit bigger this year. We’re certainly seeing more traffic” Mark Nichols, director, Bosch Proving Grounds

“It’s been pretty busy. It always is, and we see a lot of existing clients. It’s also a good chance to see our clients in the area.” Graeme Gambold, chief engineer, Southern Hemisphere Proving Grounds

“If we just make one good lead here, that’s all we need” Rick Capps, engineer, Nevada Automotive Test Center

“I’m amazed. It’s my first year here. We’re finding stuff we want to see here. We all have to test vehicles. It’s very applicable to the future. I need to work out what test hardware to buy.” Noah Lassar, vehicle durability engineer, Tesla

“I was told by my colleagues about this Expo so I wanted to see what’s going on. I think it’s pretty impressive, seeing all the different companies. I know probably 95% of them, and I can see what they’re doing and the tests they can do. It’s pretty cool.” Sanjiv Lansui, application engineer, Robert Bosch

“So far we’ve had 300 leads, more than double what we had last year.” Philip Geraffo, VP and general manager of test and measurement, Honeywell

“It’s my first year here. I heard good things about the Expo from colleagues. I’ve met people eager to help me find a solution so I think I’m in the right place. The show’s good” Jim McKillen, senior engineer, Honda R&D Americas

“We’ve met lots of contacts here, much more than expected. We’ll be back next year” Gert-Jan Vogelaar, project manager of powertrain development, Punch Powertrain

"The show looks busier this year” Jeffrey Sprague, Transportation Research Centre

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