NVH Consulting LLC, Specialized Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) Engineering Services for Automotive, Aerospace, and Consumer Electronics

Auburn Hills, Michigan – August 10, 2025 – NVH Consulting LLC, a newly established Michigan-based firm, is proud to announce its launch, offering expert noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) engineering services. Founded in January 2025 by seasoned industry expert Johann Pankau, the company leverages over 35 years of global automotive experience to tackle key challenges in vehicle performance, ride comfort optimization, and acoustic engineering. NVH Consulting LLC extends its NVH solutions to the automotive sector as well as other industries like aerospace and consumer electronics.

Dedicated to improving driving experiences and overall product performance through innovative NVH engineering, NVH Consulting LLC provides a full range of tailored services. Building on Pankau’s extensive background in automotive research and development, the firm specializes in vehicle chassis NVH, tire NVH analysis, brake systems (including conventional and electronic), and comprehensive full-vehicle NVH evaluations.

“After leading tire NVH and ride comfort activities and innovations at Continental for decades, I recognized the need for specialized NVH consulting that reaches more clients,” said Johann Pankau, Founder and Chief Technical Officer of NVH Consulting LLC. “We aim to deliver NVH solutions that resolve current issues while promoting long-term excellence in testing, design, simulation and durability.

Johann Pankau contributes 35 years of practical experience in global automotive engineering, having directed Tire NVH activities at Continental Tire NA until late 2024. His responsibilities included tire NVH, ride and comfort engineering, simulation, vehicle interaction studies, and optimization of the tire design, construction and tread pattern. Holding a master’s degree in applied mechanics from Darmstadt University of Technology in Germany, Pankau is also teaching Vehicle Dynamics at Oakland University for last 16 years. Under his guidance, NVH Consulting LLC’s team offers over 100 years of combined automotive engineering expertise, delivering top-tier NVH consulting and solutions to clients.

Core NVH engineering services from NVH Consulting LLC include:

  • Tire and Brake Technology: In-depth analysis and optimization for superior performance, safety, and NVH reduction in tires and brake systems.
  • Full-Vehicle NVH Assessments: Thorough evaluations to detect and eliminate noise, vibration, and harshness problems in vehicles.
  • Accelerated Durability Validation: Stringent testing methods to guarantee enduring reliability and performance.
  • Data Acquisition and Evaluation: Utilization of advanced tools for accurate NVH measurement and data analysis.
  • Sound Quality Analysis and Psychoacoustics: Scientific approaches to enhance auditory experiences and acoustic quality.
  • Modal Analysis: Detailed structural vibration studies to improve vibration behavior of the products or systems.
  • Ride Comfort Analysis and Optimization: Specialized techniques to boost user comfort in automotive.
  • Simulation and Computational Methods: State-of-the-art modeling for predictive NVH engineering and optimization.
  • Consulting on Market Potential, Acoustic Optimization, and New Product Development: Expert strategic advice from initial concept through to product launch.
  • Custom Training Programs: Personalized education in NVH engineering, vehicle dynamics, and related fields for engineering professionals.

NVH Consulting LLC is ready to assist original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), suppliers, and innovators in the automotive industry, while growing its presence in aerospace and consumer electronics sectors where NVH engineering is essential for product quality and customer satisfaction.

For more details or to arrange an NVH consulting session, visit: www.nvhconsultingllc.com or contact Johann Pankau at johann.pankau@nvhconsultingllc.com.

About NVH Consulting LLC 

NVH Consulting LLC is a Michigan-based engineering firm focused on noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) solutions for the automotive industry, aerospace, and consumer electronics. Established in January 2025 by Johann Pankau, a 35-year veteran from Continental, the company excels in vehicle chassis, tire NVH, and brake system engineering. Services encompass design, testing, simulation, ride comfort optimization, durability validation, psychoacoustics, and custom training to elevate performance and user experiences.

Media Contact: 

  • Johann Pankau 
  • Founder and CTO 
  • NVH Consulting LLC  Email: johann.pankau@nvhconsultingllc.com

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