White Etching Crack: NTN-SNR expertise at the service of the vehicle manufacturers
- Kaiserslautern (Germany) - Automotive Aftermarket - Markets
At the Bearingworld Conference held in Kaiserslautern, Germany, on 6th and 7th of March, NTN-SNR presented a paper on the risks of White Etching Cracks (WEC) on the camshaft bearings in automotive engines. Many manufacturers are making increased use of this bearing application in engines as it offers reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Although several cases of WEC were observed while bench testing components, NTN-SNR showed that this failure did not occur in engines under real conditions. 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
Interview: The strategic challenges facing NTN Europe's new headquarters
- Annecy - Corporate - Organisation
Work on NTN Europe's future head office, which is currently underway, has reached some key stages. The timber-frame structure is now complete, the roof has been laid and the indoor crane has been dismantled. The building is taking shape and the teams are due to move in mid-2026. … Read more