SKF has been awarded the Tesla Motors Excellent Quality award, which is given to the top three suppliers achieving outstanding performance in the areas of quality, delivery and customer service.

SKF has worked with Tesla since the automaker launched its first emissions-free Tesla Roadster sports car in 2008. The latest agreement includes delivery of SKF Energy Efficient deep groove ball bearings and low-weight hybrid (ceramic) bearings for the electric motor and gearbox for inclusion in their all-electric luxury sports car, Tesla Model S.

Tryggve Sthen, president, SKF Automotive, said, “It is truly rewarding to receive this recognition as an excellent quality supplier from Tesla. We have worked in partnership with Tesla since the launch of their first sports car, Tesla Roadster, to drive innovation for electric high-performing cars. SKF’s focus on sustainability and engineering goes hand in hand with Tesla’s high-quality focus on energy efficient electric cars. Our combined engineering skills will see many great solutions to come, I am sure of this.”

“SKF has proven to respond to our needs in a fast and efficient way. The solutions have met our high expectations and our cooperation is strong and reliable. SKF’s advanced engineering expertise is very important for us. We trust SKF to support us in our journey to produce high performing, energy efficient, all-electric and affordable exclusive cars,” added Peter Carlsson, vice president purchasing, Tesla Motors.

SKF’s solutions are designed to meet the strict application requirements of the Model S vehicle including speed, temperature, life, friction and mass.