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Now live: Whole Vehicle Safety Conformity of Production (WVSCoP) Module, now seamlessly integrated with the CMVR-Type Approval Software (CMVR-TAS) platform
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India’s first certification capable Gasoline fuel vapour Canister Ageing Bench at ARAI
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Electrification initiatives: Making of an Integrated E-Axle based Powertrain for EV, HEV and FCEV
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Advanced NVH Development Centre (ANDC), Advanced Acceleration Sled Lab at HTC, Chakan, and Advanced Photometry & Optics Laboratory at Chakan
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ARAI along with ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology (ICAR-CIFT) is proud to develop an Electric & Hybrid Electric Fishing Boat, Vikalpika for Department of Fisheries (DOF), Government of Maharashtra.
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ARAI enters partnership with Danfoss for Noise and Vibration testing facility for its hydraulic products
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ARAI inaugurates India’s one of the largest engine test bed facility
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ARAI install 6DOF High Frequency – MULTI AXIS SIMULATION TABLE (HF-MAST)
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Now live: Constant Speed Fuel Consumption – Conformity of Production (CSFC- CoP) online application module, linked to CMVR- Type Approval Software (CMVR – TAS)
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ARAI Award, EDS
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ARAI now in Indore! Office-cum-vehicle testing workplace at NATRAX
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Portable Emission Measurement System (PEMS) testing for a renowned Indian OEM’s range of non-road machinery is now live
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Safety & Homologation Laboratory (SHL) web portal is now live, offering streamlined certification and testing services for automotive component manufacturers.
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ARAI Award- SHL
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A momentous occasion for ARAI!
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ARAI conducted a two-day Workshop-cum-training program for Regional Transport Office (RTO) in collaboration with MoRTH in Patna.
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Newly established Airbag Deployment Facility for developmental testing under the Passive Safety Laboratory.
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Camera-monitoring System (CMS) Facility under ARAI Safety and Homologation Laboratory.
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ARAI inaugurates Technical Support Cell for sectors like EV start-ups, MSME component manufacturers, and the unorganized sector of bus, truck, and trailer body builders.
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PLI – Auto Portal at ARAI to facilitate Domestic Value Addition (DVA) certification for Advanced Automotive Technology (AAT) products under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme.
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The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) proudly announces the successful completion of Portable Emission Measurement System (PEMS) testing for a renowned Indian OEM’s range of non-road machinery
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ARAI is proud to announce another milestone in its R&D prowess through transfer of “Technology Know-How” for AC and DC charging stations to M/s Uniglobus Electricals And Electronics Pvt Ltd.
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ARAI is now ready to undertake E20 and Flex Fuel testing and certification requirements.
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ARAI is proud to announce the launch of its Safety & Homologation Laboratory (SHL) web portal.
About ARAI
THE AUTOMOTIVE RESEARCH ASSOCIATION OF INDIA
The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), established in 1966, is the leading automotive R&D organization of the country set up by the Automotive Industry with the Government of India. ARAI is an autonomous body affiliated to the Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India.
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2025 Golden Peacock Innovative Product/Service Award
2023 IESA Industry Excellence Award on Battery Safe
Best Corporate Award by SAEINDIA Foundation
Best Learning Center Award 2015 ‘ARAI ACADEMY & KNOWLEDGE CENTRE’
GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY AWARD 2019
MCCIA Dr. R J Rathi Annual Award for Green Initiatives, 2022
Golden Peacock Environment Management Award 2016
Message From The Director
“The automotive sector has always been of paramount importance for the country’s growth and ARAI has been playing dynamic role in the progress of Indian automotive sector for over last five decades, working in harmony and confidence with its stakeholders, like Government, Industry and Academia for development of Automotive Industry, by playing multiple roles. Testing & Validation, Certification & Homologation, Design & Development, Standardization & Harmonization, Advisory & Consultancy, Education & Training, Audit & Inspection, R&D, India specific studies & data generation, indigenous & cost effective technology development, etc. are some of the ARAI activities that shaped the automotive excellence, where it is today.
ARAI, in its commitment to develop sustainable mobility solutions is acting as a catalyst in moving towards safer, sustainable and cleaner environment and transportation sector. In today’s VUCA World scenario, ARAI is committed to leverage all its resources to protect the interest of its customers, stakeholders, employees and overall operations. Our teams are trained not only for testing and homologation for Indian requirements but are also accredited for export homologation. With right people, technology and tools to fulfil our commitments, ARAI is well equipped to take up future challenges. ARAI also recognizes the need to develop engineers to meet the rising demands of the automotive industry. ARAI Academy continues not only develop the next-gen engineers, but also upskill the working professionals for providing cutting edge solutions.
We, at ARAI, are proud to be an important element of the growth of automotive sector, with our world-class infrastructure and research expertise. It’s time for collective, collaborative and cooperative efforts to innovate newer solutions for inclusive development. ARAI – the tried, tested and trusted partner of the industry, with its motto – ‘Progress through Research’ pledges support to all stakeholders.Let’s drive together to a brighter future.
Dr. Reji Mathai
Director, ARAI
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