Sterling Performance was incorporated in Michigan on November 12, 1990. What began as a racing engine builder evolved, over decades, into a comprehensive testing facility serving automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and manufacturers across the transportation industry.
That racing heritage still shows in our team's achievements — numerous world speed records and international race wins, along with patents and top-quality tested products. The same engineering discipline that wins on the track now drives development, durability, and validation testing in our 34,000+ square-foot lab in Milford, Michigan.
Milestones
1990
Incorporated in Michigan, building race engines with a focus on precision, durability, and repeatable results.
1990s–2000s
Evolved from engine building into a full testing laboratory, specializing in fuels, fluids, and evaporative emissions for automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
Today
A 34,000+ sq. ft. ISO/IEC 17025-accredited facility in Milford, Michigan — now expanding into EV and battery testing while continuing custom test engineering.
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