Fersa’s Breakthrough Technology Delivers Major Fleet Fuel, Cost & Emissions Savings
Fersa, a global leader in fuel efficiency innovations for industrial and commercial transport, marks one year of intensive real-world testing, confirming that its Fuel Efficient (FE) Wheel Hub Assembly technology delivers at least 3% fuel savings for trucks towing trailers, driving substantial cost reductions for fleet operators worldwide.
The study, independently validated by Maswer and TechnoPark MotorLand, spanned over one million kilometres across multiple continents, road conditions and environmental settings including demanding dusty terrains and wading situations. The testing program covered a mix of urban, interurban, and long-distance highway conditions, mirroring the daily challenges fleet operators face. Vehicle applications included long-haul trucks, rigid trucks, and truck-trailer combinations operating across high-traffic city routes and open-road cycles.
Testing results indicate that a single truck driving 150,000 km per year consumes around 60,000 litres of fuel, costing approximately €108,000 annually (at a diesel price of €1.80 per litre). With a 3% fuel efficiency improvement, each truck utilising Fersa’s FE technology saves around 1,800 litres of fuel per year, equating to an annual cost reduction of €3,240 per truck. Across a fleet of 100 vehicles, this amounts to an annual saving of €324,000 – over a third of a million euros per year.
“The transportation industry is under immense pressure to reduce both costs and emissions. Our Fuel Efficient technology is a game-changer, delivering validated savings on fuel consumption, lower CO₂ emissions and a reduction in drivetrain friction of up to 50%,” said Rafael Paniagua, CEO of Fersa “But this is just the beginning – we believe this technology has the potential to achieve even greater fuel savings. Our commitment to continuous optimisation and real-world testing will further unlock its full potential.”
From lab to road
Fersa’s FE Wheel Hub Assembly is the result of years of advanced engineering, combining precision microgeometric refinements, high-performance materials and an optimized lubrication system to reduce rolling resistance and improve overall efficiency.
By refining surface contact, minimizing energy loss, and integrating advanced sealing materials, the system ensures optimal fuel economy without compromising durability. Its high-load capacity is designed to withstand the demanding conditions of industrial and commercial trucking, while premium lubrication technology ensures long-lasting, consistent performance under heavy loads.
“Unlike standard OEM solutions, our FE Wheel Hub Assembly is engineered to minimize energy loss, meaning less resistance, less heat and ultimately less fuel burned,” said Sergio Santo Domingo, Fersa’s Global R&D Director. “By combining advanced bearing materials and precision engineering, we’re setting a new benchmark for fleet efficiency.”
Fleet operators participating in the FE trials have reported noticeable improvements in their daily operations. Long-haul trucks benefitted from enhanced fuel economy on highways, while urban transport fleets experienced reduced wear-and-tear in stop-and-go driving. One of Fersa’s key trial partners, Sesé, a major European supply chain management company with a fleet of more than 3,000 trucks, highlighted the impact of these improvements.
“Every percentage of fuel savings translates into tangible cost reductions at our scale of operations,” said Carlos Giner, Corporate Director of Transport at Sesé. “We are constantly looking for innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and support our sustainability goals without compromising performance.”
Beyond fuel savings, Fersa’s FE Wheel Hub Assembly contributes to lower CO₂ emissions, directly supporting sustainability targets and global carbon reduction efforts. The extended component lifespan reduces maintenance costs, enhances reliability, and ensures optimized fleet performance across both long-haul and urban transport applications.
As global regulatory pressure on transport emissions intensifies, Fersa’s solution is emerging as a leading engineering innovation, helping fleet operators reduce total cost of ownership while advancing industry-wide sustainability initiatives.
