Low friction coatings tech news
On September 14, 2026, Spanish multinational manufacturer Fersa unveiled "Fuel Efficient Generation 3," the latest iteration of its low--friction wheel--end assembly technology for heavy--duty commercial vehicles, during the IAA Transportation event in Hannover, Germany. The system integrates advances in specialized surface coatings, low--viscosity lubrication, optimized cage architectures, and modified wheel--hub geometries. These tribological enhancements achieve an additional 10% reduction in friction compared to the previous generation and reach a cumulative 65% friction reduction relative to baseline systems, enabling heavy--duty vehicle OEMs to curb parasitic energy losses and lower fleet emissions while preserving component durability.