GPTESTING BLOG

Automotive Material Testing: A Supplier’s Guide

August 26, 2026

Automotive material testing is the qualification of the plastics, polymers, coatings, textiles, and components that go into vehicles, verified against OEM specifications. It spans mechanical,…

Fogging Testing for Automotive Interiors

August 19, 2026

Vicat Softening and Heat Deflection Temperature

August 12, 2026

Salt Spray and Corrosion Testing

July 29, 2026

Shear and Peel Adhesion Testing

July 15, 2026

What Is Accelerated Weathering Testing?

June 17, 2026

OEM Compliance

FMVSS 302 Flammability

June 10, 2026

Expertise

Environmental Exposure Testing: Your Q3 Preparation Guide

May 27, 2026

Appearance & Surface

Paint Adhesion and Chip Resistance Testing for Automotive Coatings

May 13, 2026

Mechanical & Physical

Taber vs. Martindale: Choosing the Right Abrasion Test for Your Material

April 15, 2026

Weathering & Environmental

Temperature Cycling and Thermal Shock Testing Explained

April 8, 2026

Case Studies | Weathering & Environmental

Case Study: Improving Corrosion Resistance with Salt Spray Testing

April 1, 2026

OEM Compliance

ISO 105-B06 Procedure 5: Automotive Interior Colorfastness and Aging Testing Explained

March 25, 2026

OEM Compliance

SAE J2412, SAE J2527, FLTM BO 116-01, ASTM D7869, and the OEM Weathering Methods Your Program Requires

March 18, 2026

Mechanical & Physical

Dimensional Change Testing: Predicting Product Longevity

March 11, 2026

Uncategorized | Weathering & Environmental

Humidity and Condensation Exposure Testing: What It Reveals and When to Use It

March 4, 2026

OEM Compliance

The Value of OEM-Approved Testing Methods

February 25, 2026

Community | Uncategorized

National Engineers Week 2026: How Testing Powers Great Engineering

February 18, 2026

Expertise

How Temperature Cycling Tests Prevent Material Failures in Automotive Applications

February 11, 2026

Appearance & Surface

Gloss, Haze, and Texture: The Science of Visual Appeal

February 4, 2026

Weathering & Environmental

How UV Exposure Testing Predicts Real-World Durability

January 14, 2026

Lab News

Ghesquiere Plastic Testing renews A2LA accreditation through 2027: ISO/IEC 17025:2017 mechanical testing you can build on

January 7, 2026

Expertise

Scratch, Scuff, and Mar Resistance Explained

December 10, 2025

Expertise

Understanding Tensile, Flexural, and Compressive Testing for Product Performance

October 29, 2025

Expertise

The Science Behind Xenon and Carbon Arc Weathering – Which Method Is Right for Your Material?

October 15, 2025

Community

Elevating the Client Experience: Introducing Our New Head of Client Success

September 9, 2025

Expertise

Artificial Weathering Testing is Non-Negotiable for New Material Sources

August 14, 2025

Case Studies

Dodging OEM Curveballs: How a Proactive Approach Can Prevent PPAP Delays

August 12, 2025

Expertise

Why UV Exposure Testing is Non-Negotiable for Automotive Durability

July 3, 2025

Expertise

Driving Change: Balancing Sustainability and Durability in Automotive Materials

June 12, 2025

Expertise

The Tariff Effect: Rigorous Material Testing is Now Your Supply Chain Safety Net

April 15, 2025

Expertise

Over 50 Years of Quality and Innovation

January 9, 2025

Expertise

5 Reasons Your Business Should Outsource Automotive Material Testing

October 21, 2024

Expertise

Tired of unreliable automotive testing results? an A2LA-Accredited Partner is Your Best Defense Against Delays

October 14, 2024

Expertise

Is your automotive material ready for the ‘real world’?

October 7, 2024

GPTESTING BLOG

Automotive Material Testing: A Supplier’s Guide

Fogging Testing for Automotive Interiors

Vicat Softening and Heat Deflection Temperature

Salt Spray and Corrosion Testing

Shear and Peel Adhesion Testing

What Is Accelerated Weathering Testing?

FMVSS 302 Flammability

Environmental Exposure Testing: Your Q3 Preparation Guide

Paint Adhesion and Chip Resistance Testing for Automotive Coatings

Taber vs. Martindale: Choosing the Right Abrasion Test for Your Material

Temperature Cycling and Thermal Shock Testing Explained

Case Study: Improving Corrosion Resistance with Salt Spray Testing

ISO 105-B06 Procedure 5: Automotive Interior Colorfastness and Aging Testing Explained

SAE J2412, SAE J2527, FLTM BO 116-01, ASTM D7869, and the OEM Weathering Methods Your Program Requires

Dimensional Change Testing: Predicting Product Longevity

Humidity and Condensation Exposure Testing: What It Reveals and When to Use It

The Value of OEM-Approved Testing Methods

National Engineers Week 2026: How Testing Powers Great Engineering

How Temperature Cycling Tests Prevent Material Failures in Automotive Applications

Gloss, Haze, and Texture: The Science of Visual Appeal

How UV Exposure Testing Predicts Real-World Durability

Ghesquiere Plastic Testing renews A2LA accreditation through 2027: ISO/IEC 17025:2017 mechanical testing you can build on

Scratch, Scuff, and Mar Resistance Explained

Understanding Tensile, Flexural, and Compressive Testing for Product Performance

The Science Behind Xenon and Carbon Arc Weathering – Which Method Is Right for Your Material?

Elevating the Client Experience: Introducing Our New Head of Client Success

Artificial Weathering Testing is Non-Negotiable for New Material Sources

Dodging OEM Curveballs: How a Proactive Approach Can Prevent PPAP Delays

Why UV Exposure Testing is Non-Negotiable for Automotive Durability

Driving Change: Balancing Sustainability and Durability in Automotive Materials

The Tariff Effect: Rigorous Material Testing is Now Your Supply Chain Safety Net

Over 50 Years of Quality and Innovation

5 Reasons Your Business Should Outsource Automotive Material Testing

Tired of unreliable automotive testing results? an A2LA-Accredited Partner is Your Best Defense Against Delays

Is your automotive material ready for the ‘real world’?

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