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Paint Adhesion and Chip Resistance Testing for Automotive Coatings

May 13, 2026
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Read More Paint Adhesion and Chip Resistance Testing for Automotive Coatings
Taber abrasion tester evaluating coating durability on an automotive panel in the ISO/IEC 17025-accredited lab at GPTesting in Harper Woods, Michigan

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

April 15, 2026
Automotive material specimens inside a xenon arc weathering chamber for GMW14162 and FLTM BO 116-01 OEM weathering qualification testing

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

March 18, 2026
ISO/IEC 17025 accredited automotive materials testing laboratory equipment and documentation at GPTesting

The Value of OEM-Approved Testing Methods

February 25, 2026
National Engineers Week celebrated by accredited laboratory at GPTesting in Harper Woods, Michigan

National Engineers Week 2026: How Testing Powers Great Engineering

February 18, 2026
repeated temperature cycling, evaluated at GPTesting in Harper Woods, Michigan

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
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Over 50 Years of Quality and Innovation

January 9, 2025
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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
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Is your automotive material ready for the ‘real world’?

October 7, 2024

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