--- title: Research and Development date: 2026-06-04T15:51:00+02:00 author: Dustin Gerschner canonical_url: "https://autoneum.com/innovation/research-and-development" section: Innovation (Detail) --- ## Driving Innovations through Global Development Autoneum is the innovative leader in acoustic and thermal management solutions for vehicles and sets industry standards with the development of multifunctional noise and heat protection products and specialized measurement systems. At the R&T Center in Winterthur, Switzerland, technological future concepts are implemented within the scope of predevelopment. Furthermore, proximity to the customer and the market is safeguarded with twelve decentralized acoustics and development centers in France, Germany, Poland, Switzerland and the USA as well as in China and Brazil. While simulations and tests are conducted under real-life conditions at the acoustics centers, the development centers focus on individual solutions and products for vehicle models. ![](https://autoneum.com/content/content-images/Global_Presence_R_and_T_EN_260226_2026-07-15-062320_zwjk.svg) - [ Explore our global network ](https://autoneum.com/about-autoneum/global-network) ## Individual sound packages for optimum vehicle noise protection Autoneum operates a worldwide network of state-of-the-art acoustics centers and material testing laboratories equipped with specially developed measurement systems. Thanks to its international presence, customers of Autoneum can rely on the professional support of a global team of acoustics experts in all project phases – ideal conditions for successful long-term cooperation! Autoneum supports its customers in both pre-development and in the development of sound packages based on simulation and testing with its comprehensive and in-depth know-how in vehicle acoustics. ![](https://autoneum.com/content/content-images/Image/2_Header-Images/_2000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/30985/autoneum-website-image-research_and_development_1-08-2026.webp) ## Pre-development of Vehicle Acoustics Before the start of vehicle development itself, Autoneum carries out a global NVH benchmarking (noise, vibration, harshness) in which the market requirements and current industry standards are analyzed. This procedure enables the customer to be supported at an early stage in the positioning and performance assessment of a new vehicle in the market. Together with the customer the specific requirements concerning the individual materials and vehicle components are defined to put together an individually tailored sound package after the NVH benchmarking. With the rise of electric mobility, numerous new requirements are emerging for NVH development. For example, in the absence of engine noise in electric vehicles, more attention is drawn to sound sources that are new or were previously drowned out, such as fans and pumps or electronic drive components. Autoneum regularly carries out detailed vehicle and component studies for new electric vehicles in cooperation with the benchmarking platform A2Mac1. ![](https://autoneum.com/content/content-images/Image/2_Header-Images/_2000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/30986/autoneum-website-image-research_and_development_2-08-2026.webp) ## Simulation and Testing of Vehicle Acoustics In the development phase Autoneum falls back on tried-and-tested simulation methods for the design of sound packages. These enable customers to lower development and product costs significantly. The use of Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) and a broad-based material database lead to the following benefits for customers: - Early identification of potential problem areas - Shortening of lead times - Reduction in the number of required prototypes ![](https://autoneum.com/content/content-images/Image/2_Header-Images/_2000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/30987/autoneum-website-image-research_and_development_3-08-2026.webp) ## Acoustic Benchmarking **Turning vehicle data into valuable insights** Autoneum’s acoustic benchmarking expertise provides valuable insights into vehicle performance and supports customers throughout the development process. By testing vehicles under real-world conditions and analyzing acoustic performance, we help customers assess market requirements, compare vehicle concepts and identify opportunities for optimization. Our continuously expanding benchmarking database covers the global automotive market, including Europe, the US and China, and provides data from a broad range of vehicle models. Combined with our expertise in vehicle acoustics and measurement systems, this extensive knowledge base enables meaningful comparisons and supports informed development decisions. Beyond supporting our own research and product innovation activities, Autoneum offers acoustic benchmarking services directly to customers, making our comprehensive expertise and data available for their individual development projects. ![](https://autoneum.com/content/content-images/Image/8_Innovation/_2000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/97705/autoneum-website-benchmarking-2026-10.webp) ## Tailored engineering tools and products for automotive thermal management systems From enhancing driver comfort to lowering emissions as well as fuel and energy consumption to increasing driving range: With these ambitious goals in mind, Autoneum’s thermal management experts are developing engineering solutions and products tailored to the requirements of both internal combustion engine and electric vehicles. Lightweight automobile components used for thermal management not only provide heat protection, but also ensure the best possible temperature conditions for battery systems: In addition to the battery lifespan, this also improves the overall driving range of electric vehicles. Furthermore, a comprehensive management of vehicle temperature also positively impacts thermal comfort in the passenger compartment. At Autoneum’s thermal testing facilities worldwide, expert knowledge and commercial simulation software are combined with unique engineering tools and innovative components developed in-house in order to answer to specific customer needs. ### Autoneum supports its customers with a range of Thermal Management Systems for: - Improved energy efficiency and battery performance through optimized design of battery cooling plate and under battery shields - Thermal comfort in the passenger compartment thanks to passive solutions such as interior trim panels and carpets as well as active solutions such as heated surfaces - Improved energy efficiency and battery performance through optimized design of battery cooling plate and under battery shields - Thermal comfort in the passenger compartment thanks to passive solutions such as interior trim panels and carpets as well as active solutions such as heated surfaces ![](https://autoneum.com/content/content-images/Image/8_Innovation/_2000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/16038/autoneum-website_image-thermal_visual.webp) - 0.5 MB \| PDF \| EN [ 210721 Product brochure Thermal management ](https://autoneum.com/content/content-images/210721_Product-brochure_Thermal-management.pdf) ### Measurement Systems From sound absorption to transmission loss, Autoneum measurement systems enable precise validation of automotive materials and components. [ Learn more about our Measurement Systems ](https://autoneum.com/products-technologies/measurement-systems) ![](https://autoneum.com/content/content-images/Image/4_Products-Technologies/Simulation-Software/_1600x1200_crop_center-center_none/20485/autoneum-website-product_image-measurement_systems-08-2026.webp) ### Simulation Software Virtual vehicle engineering with simulation software for NVH, acoustic and thermal optimization from the concept phase onward. [ Learn more about or Simulation Software ](https://autoneum.com/products-technologies/simulation-software) ![](https://autoneum.com/content/content-images/Image/2_Header-Images/_1600x1200_crop_center-center_none/20354/autoneum-website-header_image-simulation_software-08-2026.webp) ![](https://autoneum.com/content/content-images/Image/6_Contact/_1200x1600_crop_center-center_none/14120/autoneum-contact-innovation.webp) ### Contact our Research & Development experts Looking to develop innovative solutions with us, optimize vehicle performance, or learn more about our R&D capabilities? Our experts look forward to connecting with you. Contact us