Frasle Mobility Opened New Research Lab in Detroit
The Brazilian parts manufacturer has launched Movetech USA to focus on heavy-duty brake testing.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Auto Parts
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Brazilian automotive supplier Frasle Mobility has established a new research facility called Movetech USA in Detroit, Michigan. The site operates within Greening Testing Laboratories to provide localized support for vehicle component development.
Why it matters
By positioning its research operations in Detroit, the company aims to work more closely with local customers to identify specific technical challenges and accelerate the development of new automotive technologies.
The Movetech division currently employs 160 engineering professionals worldwide and produces over 5,000 prototypes annually. These global laboratories conduct more than 70,000 tests each year to support product development.
The players
Frasle Mobility
A Brazilian manufacturer specializing in automotive components and friction materials.
Movetech USA
The newly opened division of Frasle Mobility focused on research and component development.
Greening Testing Laboratories
A testing facility provider that now hosts the operations of Movetech USA.
The details
The Detroit facility features a specialized heavy-duty vehicle brake testing dynamometer designed for high-fidelity simulations, materials analysis, and performance testing. This new operation leverages the established infrastructure of Greening Testing Laboratories to integrate into the local automotive engineering ecosystem.
Timeline
October 13, 2026: The facility announcement was officially released.
Roadmap
This facility expansion reflects a broader strategy by global parts suppliers to shorten development cycles through regional proximity to vehicle manufacturers. It marks a shift from centralized international production toward more agile, localized engineering support for the North American market.
The facility provides local commercial vehicle manufacturers with direct access to advanced dynamometer testing for braking systems. This reduced distance for research validation may lead to faster component integration for heavy-duty vehicle platforms in the United States.
The takeaway
Proximity to manufacturing hubs remains a critical factor for global suppliers attempting to compete in specialized component development. Localized testing facilities allow firms to diagnose and refine brake materials faster than traditional remote development models.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Truck News.
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