Located in Diadema, São Paulo, HORIBA Brazil’s Automotive Testing and Development Facility offers comprehensive capabilities for powertrain, e-motor, brake, and emissions testing within a modern, purpose-built environment.
Strategically positioned at the heart of Brazil’s automotive industry, the facility provides fully configurable test areas designed to accommodate everything from small components to full heavy-duty vehicles. With direct access to São Paulo’s major highways and close proximity to the Port of Santos, the site enables efficient logistics for both domestic and international operations.
Equipped with high-response HORIBA dynamometers, the facility supports a full range of environmental and road simulation options, operated by an experienced, results-driven engineering team dedicated to delivering precise and efficient testing for vehicle development.
Production Area:
1,700 m² dedicated to mechanical and electrical equipment assembly, supported by a 1000A@380V power supply and 230 kW cooling capacity.
Office Space:
400 m² accommodating Sales, Engineering, Project Management, Materials Planning & Logistics (Mp&L), Finance, and Service teams.
Confidential Area:
150 m² isolated workspace designed for confidential customer projects and prototype testing.
HORIBA Brazil is equipped with state-of-the-art systems and infrastructure to support advanced emissions and powertrain testing. The facility combines precision engineering, flexible layouts, and robust capabilities to serve a wide range of vehicle development programs — from small engines to heavy-duty applications.
At the core of its testing operations, the facility is equipped with advanced systems and tools that ensure precision, safety, and efficiency, including:
TCA/HORIBA supports a diverse portfolio of industries that rely on precision automotive testing and engineering expertise. Its clients include automotive OEMs and suppliers, heavy-duty vehicle manufacturers, as well as the aerospace, marine, and regulatory sectors. This broad customer base reflects HORIBA’s ability to adapt to complex testing requirements — from early-stage R&D and prototype validation to certification and regulatory compliance.
With deep technical experience and a global support network, HORIBA Brazil delivers comprehensive solutions that address the evolving needs of modern and future mobility. Its areas of expertise include:
Together, these capabilities position HORIBA Brazil as a trusted partner in advancing cleaner, more efficient, and sustainable mobility solutions across a wide range of industries.
HORIBA Sistemas de Testes Automotivos Ltda., widely known as TCA/HORIBA, carries a proud legacy in the design and development of automotive test systems in Brazil. Originally founded as TCA, the company earned a reputation for precision engineering and technical excellence in powertrain and emissions testing.
As part of its global strategy to strengthen local expertise and expand its reach, the HORIBA Group acquired TCA and integrated it into its worldwide Mobility segment. This move combined TCA’s proven capabilities with HORIBA’s global leadership in testing and measurement, establishing a strong foundation for growth in South America’s automotive market.
Today, TCA/HORIBA serves as HORIBA’s dedicated automotive test systems hub in Brazil, providing complete testing solutions for vehicle development, powertrain validation, and emissions measurement—all aligned with HORIBA’s mission to advance sustainable, next-generation mobility.
Please contact HORIBA Contract Test Services for a quotation:
HORIBA Sistemas de Testes Automotivos Ltda. Diadema, São Paulo Facility
Avenida Luigi Papaiz, 239 – Campanário, Diadema, São Paulo, CEP 09931-610, Brazil
Phone: +55 11 4224 0200
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