SKF and Duracar announce strategic partnership to advance sustainable electric vehicle technology

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SKF, a global leader in bearing technology and manufacturing, is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with Duracar, an innovative company specializing in light electric vehicles (LEVs). This collaboration marks a significant step forward in both companies' commitment to sustainability and the advancement of environmentally friendly transportation solutions.

Under the partnership, SKF will supply Duracar with state-of-the-art bearings and other precision-engineered components designed to improve the performance and reliability of Duracar's electric vehicles. SKF's products are known for their efficiency, durability and reduced environmental impact, which aligns perfectly with Duracar's mission to produce high-quality, sustainable electric vehicles.

Sustainable innovation at the core

SKF's commitment to sustainability is deeply embedded in its operations and product offerings. By integrating SKF's advanced components into its vehicles, Duracar aims to improve the efficiency and longevity of its electric vehicles, reducing the overall carbon footprint and contributing to a more sustainable future. This partnership reflects SKF's ongoing efforts to innovate in ways that support environmental protection and sustainable practices.

Philipp Herlein, Head of Global Automotive Aftermarket at SKF, commented on the partnership: "We are excited to partner with Duracar, a company that shares our vision for a sustainable future. Our advanced capabilities for rotation, chassis and powertrain will play a key role in improving the performance and sustainability of Duracar's electric vehicles. This collaboration underscores our commitment to developing solutions that not only meet but exceed the environmental expectations of today and tomorrow”.

Ludwig Wijma, COO of Duracar, added: "Working with SKF allows us to leverage their expertise in precision engineering and sustainability to ensure that our electric vehicles are not only efficient, but also environmentally friendly and of the highest quality. This partnership is an important milestone for Duracar as we continue to push the boundaries of innovation in the LEV market”.

SKF is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions that help industries become more competitive and sustainable. By making products lighter, more efficient, longer lasting, and repairable, we help our customers improve their rotating equipment performance and reduce their environmental impact. Our offering around the rotating shaft includes bearings, seals, lubrication management, condition monitoring, and services. Founded in 1907, SKF is represented in approximately 130 countries and has around 17,000 distributor locations worldwide. Annual sales in 2023 were SEK 103,881 million and the number of employees was 40,396. 

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Automotive

SKF offers customized bearings, seals, related products and services for wheel-end, driveline, engine, e-powertrain, suspension, and steering applications to manufacturers of cars, light and heavy trucks, trailers, buses, and two-wheelers. We also supply the vehicle aftermarket with premium spare parts, both directly and indirectly, through a network of more than 10,000 distributors.