NTN-SNR introduces the crankshaft bearing labelled Solar Impulse Efficient Solution
- Annecy - Corporate - Technology

NTN-SNR has demonstrated that a state-of-the-art bearing reduces friction losses while still being competitive compared with a hydrodynamic bearing. In partnership with a leading car manufacturer, a first crankshaft bearing known as "journal" has been developed. The project has gone through many stages including design, calculation, prototyping, functional validation and reliability tests.
Back to school: NTN supports three student projects that drive innovation and industrial progress
- Annecy - Corporate - Organisation
By supporting ambitious student projects every year, NTN passes on its expertise, stimulates tomorrow's innovation and helps train the talent that will shape the industry of the future. These partnerships illustrate a deep-rooted conviction for the group: the future of industry depends on exchanges… Read more
WRC2 Rally: the Citroën C3 Rally2, a legendary car equipped with SNR wheel bearings
- Annecy - Automotive Aftermarket - Technology
For more than eight months, we have been following the incredible adventure of Sarah Rumeau and Julie Amblard, from the Iron DAMES team, on the tracks of the WRC2 World Rally Championship. Eight months of thrills, pushing themselves to the limit and sporting performances. But behind… Read more