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FAG Drivetrain Components for Trucks<\/span><\/h1>\n

The drivetrain is a collective term for all the components that transmit power to the driving wheels of a vehicle. These include differentials, axle and wheel bearings, driveshafts, gaskets and a range of sealing systems. Your vehicle\u2019s drivetrain components vary based on the type of transmission and wheel<\/a><\/span> configuration you have.<\/p>\n

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The operational costs involved in the trucking industry is mostly influenced by service and repairs. After safety it is all about keeping the costs low. In order to keep your costs low, it is well advised to invest in quality aftermarket truck parts<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n

The quality of the drivetrain components can have a major impact on your profits. They affect your fuel economy, driver comfort and overall maintenance costs. High-quality components assure you of longer intervals between replacements.<\/p>\n

For decades FAG has been providing the highest quality OEM and aftermarket parts for European trucks, as far back as the early 1900s. This article takes a closer look into FAG\u2019s drivetrain solutions for trucks.<\/p>\n

History of FAG<\/h2>\n

The FAG brand was established by Friedrich Fischer in 1905 in Schweinfurt, Germany. FAG is an acronym for \u2018Fischer\u2019s Automatische Gussstahlkugelfabrik\u2019; <\/em>a German name which means \u2018Fischer\u2019s Automatic Steel Ball Factory\u2019.<\/p>\n

The company\u2019s name is significant because it points to the origins of FAG. In 1883, Friedreich Fischer, FAG\u2019s founder invented the first automated ball grinding the machine in the world. The metal worker’s solution went on to revolutionize the mechanical industry. His invention created a cheaper, faster and more accurate way to mass-produce hardened steel ball bearings.<\/p>\n

Before his invention, ball bearings were manufactured in England by hand in a tedious time-consuming process. Fischer\u2019s solution produced identical balls with an accuracy of 0.02 mm. These balls were used in bearings that made bicycles run smoother for longer periods without breaking down. Fischer set the foundation for the manufacture of hardened steel balls used in bearings all over the world.<\/p>\n

Almost a century after its establishment, the FAG joined INA and LuK, officially forming the Schaeffler Group. The merger enabled FAG to grow its developmental assets and access to global markets. This has cemented its position as a global leader in the development of bearings and drivetrain solutions.<\/p>\n

FAG Aftermarket Drivetrain Solutions<\/h2>\n

FAG offers a wide variety of aftermarket parts for European trucks<\/a><\/span> like DAF<\/a><\/span>, IVECO<\/a><\/span>, MAN<\/a><\/span> and others. This section highlights some of FAG\u2019s solutions and their applications in modern trucks.<\/p>\n

FAG Drivetrain Bearings<\/h3>\n

The main function of drivetrain bearings is to enable your wheels to rotate efficiently. They increase your axle\u2019s the lifespan by reducing friction and wear. Replacing bearings is significantly more affordable than repairing damaged drive and axle shafts. Below is a list of FAG\u2019s most popular drivetrain bearings.<\/p>\n