AutoTest Products

What AutoTest Products does

AutoTest Products Pty Ltd is a privately held Australian manufacturer of precision automotive diagnostic, safety, and emissions testing equipment, headquartered in Melbourne and operating since 2000 with R&D origins dating to 1983. The company designs and manufactures in-house a portfolio that spans brake testers (Workshop Pro 10 tablet with BrakePro app, AutoStop Maxi, Mini Plus, and Heavy), emissions instruments (AutoGas 4/5 gas analyser, AutoSmoke opacity meter), window tint meters, suspension testers, brake fluid testers, and specialised mining/industrial products including the BAMbino bearing acoustic monitor and AutoMonitor vehicle dynamics/telematics system. Underlying technologies include accelerometer-based deceleration measurement with claimed 2% accuracy, acoustic signal extraction for conveyor bearing fault detection from 0.1m to 3m, GPS tracking with rollover detection, CAN Bus integration, Bluetooth connectivity, and embedded data logging.

The business model combines one-time hardware sales (distributed globally through a network of distributors across 50 countries and direct e-commerce via autotest.net.au) with recurring revenue streams including calibration services (required at 1–2 year intervals depending on equipment class), consumables and accessories (paper rolls, filters, plug packs, batteries), annual BrakePro software licensing, and warranty repair services. Customers span automotive workshops and service centres (3,000+ in NSW alone for the AutoStop Maxi), mining and heavy vehicle operators (e.g., Rio Tinto conveyor deployment), government regulatory authorities requiring NATA-traceable measurement, and fleet operators. The company holds NATA accreditation, ISO 9001 certification, and Australian Made certification, and is the only quality-accredited roadworthy equipment manufacturer in Australia. Strategic direction is signalled by the 2024 headquarters relocation, ongoing new product development (notably the upcoming AutoTest EV Kit for electric vehicle testing), and authorised distribution of Ono Sokki measurement instruments in Australia.

Name

AutoTest Products

Legal name

AutoTest Products Pty Ltd

Website

https://autotest.net.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

AutoTest Products Pty Ltd is an Australian manufacturer of precision automotive diagnostic and safety testing equipment — including brake testers, emissions analysers, and bearing acoustic monitors — sold globally through distributors in 50 countries to workshops, mining operators, regulatory authorities, and fleet owners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Diagnostic and Safety Testing Equipment

NAICS

Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (336320)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826), Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

DOT/Annual Vehicle Safety Inspections & Roadworthiness Certification (TLAKANAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Brake & Headlamp/Aiming Tester Calibration and Inspection-Lane Services (TLAKANAK), Exhaust & Emissions/Smog Testing & Repair (TLAKAAAI), Vehicle Diagnostics & Fault Code Scanning Services (TLAKANAA), Emissions Testing (I/M Programs) & Smog Check Stations (TLAKANAF)

Keywords

• Automotive diagnostic equipment
• Brake testing systems
• Vehicle emissions analyzers
• Bearing acoustic monitoring
• Vehicle safety inspection tools

Headquarters

HQ city

Port Melbourne

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Equipment Sales: AutoTest Products sells automotive diagnostic and safety testing equipment (brake testers, gas analysers, suspension testers, window tint meters, bearing monitors, vehicle tracking systems) as one-time hardware purchases. Products are sold directly via their online shop and through distributor networks globally.
2. Consumables and Accessories: Ongoing revenue from consumable supplies including paper rolls, printer ribbons, battery packs, filters, USB cables, suction cups, charger plug packs, and mounting magnets. Sold via the online shop and through distributors.
3. Calibration, Service and Repair: Recurring revenue from calibration services for all testing equipment at defined intervals (brake meters 1-2 years, window tint meters 12 months, gas analysers 12 months). Repair services and warranty repairs also generate service revenue. Hire equipment available during repair periods.
4. Software Licenses: Workshop Pro 10 requires annual software license renewal for the BrakePro app, activated through the Workshop Manager app. Datalogger software requires license codes for use with brake meters.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

AutoTest Products designs and manufactures precision automotive diagnostic and safety testing equipment in-house at its Melbourne facility, including brake testers (AutoStop Mini Plus, Maxi, Heavy), the Workshop Pro 10 tablet-based brake testing system with BrakePro app, the AutoGas 4/5 gas analyser and AutoSmoke opacity meter for emissions compliance, the BAMbino portable bearing acoustic monitor for mining conveyor systems, the AutoMonitor vehicle dynamics and safety system, and supporting brake fluid, suspension, window tint and headlight alignment testers. Products are sold to automotive workshops, government regulatory authorities, mining and heavy vehicle operators, and fleet owners through a 50-country distributor network and direct online sales.

Product overview

AutoTest Products is an Australian Made & Owned manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of automotive testing and diagnostic equipment. The core product lines include brake testing systems (Workshop Pro 10 tablet with BrakePro app, AutoStop Maxi/Mini Plus/Heavy brake meters), emissions analysis (AutoGas 4/5 Gas Analyser and AutoSmoke Opacity Meter), and safety/compliance tools. The product ecosystem spans workshop equipment for light vehicles, mining & heavy vehicle solutions, emissions testing, and noise/vibration monitoring. Key products include the BAMbino bearing acoustic monitor for conveyor fault detection in mining, AutoMonitor fleet management system with GPS/vehicle dynamics, and the AutoBlast ground vibration logger. Accessories include Bluetooth printers, magnetic bases, current clamp sensors, and consumables. The company also distributes Ono Sokki brand measurement instruments. Products are designed and manufactured in-house at their Melbourne facility, with global distribution across 50 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Workshop Pro 10 with BrakePro App Tablet-based brake testing system that pairs AutoTest's BrakePro app with a pedal sensor kit, providing GPS connectivity, Bluetooth printing, self-service calibration via the app, and licence activation through the Workshop Manager app. Designed for mobile and fixed workshops conducting roadworthy brake testing across all Australian jurisdictions.
• AutoStop Maxi Brake Meter Portable in-vehicle brake performance tester using accelerometer-based deceleration measurement with accuracy to 2%, measuring average and maximum deceleration, stopping distance, test speed, and pedal force, with results printed or transmitted via Bluetooth. Used by over 3,000 workshops in NSW alone; calibration required every 2 years.
• AutoStop Heavy Brake Meter Decelerometer designed to test service and emergency brakes of heavy vehicles, off-road vehicles, and forklifts, compliant with AS2958 Australian Standard, ECE R13 Rule 13, and ISO 3450. Features built-in GPS, data logging, and 2% deceleration accuracy; calibration required annually.
• AutoStop Mini Plus Brake Meter Compact portable brake meter with 1-year calibration interval, designed for testing vehicle braking performance in light vehicles using accelerometer-based deceleration measurement to 2% accuracy, with battery power for field use.
• AutoGas 4/5 Gas Analyser Battery-operated exhaust gas analyser for light and heavy vehicles that assesses engine efficiency and pollutant gas levels, with built-in wireless connection to the AutoSmoke opacity meter and computer connectivity for on-screen measurement data.
• AutoSmoke Opacity Meter Diesel smoke opacity meter that measures particulate content in diesel exhaust, designed to be used with the AutoGas gas analyser for comprehensive emissions testing of light and heavy vehicles.
• BAMbino Bearing Acoustic Monitor World's first portable bearing acoustic monitor providing early detection of faulty idler bearings in conveyor systems from 0.1m to 3m away, using acoustic signal extraction and analysis to grade bearings as good, bad, or ugly and enabling predictive maintenance months in advance of failure. Used by mining operators such as Rio Tinto's Hamersley conveyor.
• AutoBlast Ground Vibration Logger Ground vibration monitoring and logging device for industrial applications, construction sites, and blasting zones, using velocity sensors (geophones) and a microphone for air overpressure measurement.
• AutoMonitor Vehicle Information and Safety System Compact dash-mounted vehicle information and safety system combining tachograph vehicle dynamics, GPS-based tracking, and rollover detection, with monitoring of driver hours, speed, suspension condition, brake efficiency, and vehicle gross mass, plus real-time SMS and email alerts and CAN Bus integration for ECU diagnostic codes.
• AutoStop Suspension Meter Shock absorber tester for measuring vehicle suspension performance, forming part of AutoTest's brake triangle testing system alongside brake meters and brake fluid testers.
• AutoStop Brake Fluid Tester Tests brake fluid moisture content by heating a small sample to boiling point and measuring temperature against DOT 3, 4 and 5 minimum specifications, with results displayed in under 30 seconds; operates on a 12V vehicle battery supply.
• AutoLight Window Tint Meter Light transmissibility meter for measuring window tint compliance, available in standard and magnetic hands-free variants for single-operator use; calibration required every 12 months.
• AutoTest Headlight Align Headlight beam alignment tool for ensuring proper headlight aiming and compliance with road safety requirements as part of AutoTest's roadworthy inspection equipment range.
• NetBrake Database and Reporting Software Database and brake test reporting software that manages brake test records, applicable standards, and calculations for fleet brake compliance management in mining and heavy vehicle industries.
• Ono Sokki Measurement Instruments (Australian Distribution) AutoTest distributes Ono Sokki branded measurement instruments in Australia, including sound and vibration analysers, dimension and displacement gauges, torque meters, and RPM/speed measurement devices for automotive and industrial applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Early detection of faulty conveyor bearings months in advance of failure, preventing production losses of hundreds of thousands of dollars per incident
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Ono SokkiminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAutoTest Products is an authorised distributor of Ono Sokki branded products in Australia, offering a range of measurement instruments including sound and vibration analysers, dimension and displacement gauges, torque meters, and RPM/speed measurement devices across the automotive and industrial sectors.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Tecnomotor (ACTIA Group): Tecnomotor specializes in exhaust gas analysis and emissions testing equipment for vehicle inspection stations, directly competing with AutoGas products in the regulated emissions testing segment.
• Texa: Texa is an Italian manufacturer of multi-brand automotive diagnostic tools, exhaust gas analyzers, and ADAS calibration equipment. Direct competitor in emissions and diagnostic instrumentation for workshops.
• Beissbarth: Beissbarth (part of the Bosch group) is a leading European manufacturer of brake testers, wheel alignment, headlight testers, and A/C service equipment. Direct competitor in workshop testing equipment for roadworthy inspections.
• MAHA Maschinenfabrik: MAHA is a German manufacturer of vehicle testing technology including brake testers, lifting platforms, and headlight beam testers. Their brake dynamometers and roller brake testers compete directly with AutoStop products in regulated inspection markets globally.
• Hunter Engineering Company: Hunter Engineering manufactures wheel alignment systems, brake testers, and inspection lane equipment for automotive service facilities. Direct competitor in the regulated vehicle inspection market with comparable product depth.

Others

• SGS Vehicle Inspection Services: SGS operates vehicle inspection and certification services globally, including periodic technical inspection of vehicles. While not a manufacturer like AutoTest, SGS is a downstream operator of the same regulatory testing ecosystem and a potential customer for AutoTest equipment.
• Ono Sokki: Ono Sokki manufactures sound/vibration analyzers, RPM/speed measurement, and torque meters. Already a partner whose products AutoTest distributes in Australia, but also a peer in the underlying measurement instrument technology stack for industrial and automotive applications.

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Automotive Service Solutions: Bosch's automotive service division manufactures diagnostic and emissions testing equipment (brake testers, exhaust gas analyzers, wheel alignment, ADAS calibration) globally. Direct overlap with AutoTest's workshop product lines, but operates as part of Bosch's broader mobility portfolio rather than specializing in roadworthy equipment.
• Snap-on Incorporated: Snap-on is a major manufacturer and distributor of professional tools, diagnostic equipment, and workshop solutions including brake-related diagnostic tools. A broad incumbent with overlapping diagnostic capabilities though broader portfolio than AutoTest.

Emerging players

• Launch Tech: Launch Tech (CGT/Cardinallog) is a Chinese manufacturer of automotive diagnostic equipment including OBD scanners, TPMS tools, and emissions analyzers. An emerging competitor in workshop diagnostic tools with growing international footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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