VI-grade is a leading provider of real-time simulation and professional driving simulator solutions that accelerate product development across the transportation industry. The company’s driving simulators range from static deskside solutions to full-scale driver-in-the-loop dynamic simulators, allowing OEMs, suppliers, research centers, motorsport teams and universities to reduce physical prototypes and accelerate innovation. With a worldwide network of trusted partners, VI-grade delivers turnkey simulator solutions including proprietary software, hardware, services, and an open framework for customization. With over 30 years’ experience in simulation, VI-grade is headquartered in Darmstadt, Germany with technology centers in Italy, UK, Japan, China, and the USA. VI-grade is part of HBK's Virtual Test Division (https://hbkworld.com/virtual-test-division) Since September 2018, VI-grade is part of Spectris. Spectris is a FTSE 250 listed global conglomerate with 2017 sales over $2B and 9,800 employees. The firm conducts business in four major segments: materials analysis, test & measurement, in-line instrumentation and industrial controls and serves a broad range of industries ranging from automotive and aerospace to electronics, energy, mining and pharma.