ATESTEO – The Number 1 in Drivetrain Testing

ATESTEO, a global drivetrain testing leader, emerged in 1986 as part of the IHO Group. In May 2022, the company announced a North American Headquarters in East Lansing with a $27 Million investment, creating 46 jobs.

As of March 2023, the facility is fully operational. This expansion enhances customer service and extends their reach in the U.S. market.

Why East Lansing?

ATESTEO selected East Lansing because of the region’s proximity to future automotive customers, the promising partnerships with Lansing Community College and Michigan State University, and the region’s storied automotive spirit.

After multiple site visits and in-depth discussions about site opportunities, community & talent pipeline, support tools and the current & future mobility ecosystem, ATESTEO selected East Lansing as its first headquarters in North America, May 2o22.

The facility is fully operational as of March 2023.

State Incentive

MEDC provided a $400,000 Business Development Program grant.

Capital Area Michigan Works! and Lansing Community College’s Business & Community Institute also offered numerous support systems for the company’s workforce attraction and development.

Local Incentives

East Lansing provided a PA-198 and PA-328 abating real and personal property taxes for a limited term.

New jobs will primarily be engineering talent, with strong wages and benefits.

ATESTEO plans to start with 10 test benches, gradually increasing capacity to 20, with a focus on EV drivetrains. Learn more about the North America facility here.

Community Response

• ATESTEO North America Plans East Lansing, Michigan, North American Headquarters
• ATESTEO building central testing site in the USA

• German company plans to invest over $26 million, create 46 high-paying East Lansing jobs

• Global Drivetrain Testing Provider ATESTEO Establishing Headquarters in East Lansing