ZF Race Engineering

The people behind #ZFRaceEngineering Today, we're excited to introduce one of our damper test mechanics at our headquarters in Schweinfurt: Kevin Kozuch. Starting his career as an apprentice tool #mechanic in 2014, Kevin moved through two roles within ZF Group before joining ZF Race Engineering at the end of 2022. "Motorsport has always been a #passion of mine, and working with high-performance products like dampers makes every day exciting. My role focuses on assembling dampers and prototypes, testing their #performance, and performing service work." What Kevin enjoys most about his work is building a damper from scratch using small components. When asked about his role and working at ZF, Kevin added, "You have the freedom to work on your own, but there's always a strong #team behind you, ready to support. You can always count on the team, and you're surrounded by a great work environment. That's what makes working here so special." One team, one goal: the Best for the Best.

Introducing the latest advancement in #clutch technology: the RCS184 Forged Housing from #ZFRaceEngineering, engineered to deliver peak #performance where it matters most. With up to 8% weight reduction and 14% lower moment of inertia compared to traditional machined housings, this clutch solution meets the rigorous demands of rallycross with unmatched strength, reliability, and adaptability. Designed for #versatility, the RCS184 allows you to customize your setup with 1-4 clutch discs, including intermediate discs, and select from three friction materials — carbon, sinter, and organic — to optimize your vehicle’s performance across any terrain.   Here’s what six-time FIA World Rallycross Championship Johan Kristoffersson says about ZF clutches: “The reliability has been a cornerstone of my championship wins, proving time and again that superior technology from ZF motorsports makes all the difference in achieving victory.”

As part of our ongoing commitment to innovation, Patrick Orth from #ZFRaceEngineering discusses the latest updates to our RCS Clutch Program, now in its 10th year. The introduction of a new 184mm forged housing enhances #mechanical strength and allows for more sophisticated design choices. Patrick explains how this program offers versatility with various disk diameters, friction materials, and configurations, catering to the diverse needs of the #motorsport industry. Our aim is to continue delivering high-performance, reliable #clutch systems for all racing conditions. 

The people behind #ZFRaceEngineering Marcel Sahlmüller, a test #mechanic specializing in dampers, has been a part of the ZF Race Engineering team since April 2023. His career began in 2014 when he started training as a cutting machine operator at ZF in Schweinfurt. From 2018 to 2023, Marcel worked as a milling cutter in clutch prototyping. Driven by his passion for motorsports, he made the decision to join ZF Race Engineering. Discussing his position he described ‘In the workshop I work in the area of new production, where I always have different types of dampers that I build and manufacture for both #racing and #road vehicles. The special thing is that I can see the finished product at the end of an order and can also see where my dampers are installed everywhere. This is also the case when I am at tuning fairs or racing events privately.’ The testing of all ZF products is essential to evaluate #performance durability and efficiency. In #motorsport, this work is essential for enhancing vehicle handling and performance under extreme conditions. In Marcel's role as a test mechanic, it is important to test every #damper on the test machine at the final stage to ensure functionality, quality and performance. One team, one goal: the Best for the Best.

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Shock absorbers play a critical role in FIA World Rallycross Championship, especially on rough circuits like Mettet. Ole Christian Veiby, driver of the KMS team, explains how #ZFRaceEngineering’s #dampers ensure optimal handling over jumps and curbs. Watch him share his insights from the race weekend.

Today is the first day of this year’s ELIV - Electronics in Vehicles, the world’s largest congress for automotive electronics, software, and applications. 🚗💡 Come along to booth #5 to meet us and discover our #portfolio of innovative solutions in #automotive electronics. We’re looking forward to the next two days at the ELIV Congress. 📆 16th to 17th October 2024 📍 Booth 5, World Conference Center, Bonn (Germany)

Huge congratulations to the Motorsportzentrum Ried Team for winning the Fanatec GT2 European Series in Barcelona! 🏆 Martin Koch and Reinhard Kofler (#812) secured the Pro-Am Teams' title for MZR! An incredible #season in the KTM X-BOW GT2, with the MZR duo achieving #podium finishes in 11 out of 12 races, including five victories. A fantastic effort by the entire team! 📷 Gruppe C Photography

Next week the ELIV - Electronics in Vehicles Congress returns at the World Conference Center in Bonn. Join us from October 16th to 17th at booth 5 to speak with Michael Eisenbarth and team to explore what we’ve got in our Cybersecurity portfolio for you. And don’t miss Michael’s keynote speech on Thursday, 17th October at 9 am. We’re looking forward to welcome you on site!

The people behind #ZFRaceEngineering Since 2010, Nicolas Müller has been working for ZF in Schweinfurt, beginning his #career with an apprenticeship as an #industrial mechanic, which laid the foundation for a decade of work at ZF Group. In 2023, he transitioned as a test mechanic for chassis to ZF Race Engineering, a move driven by his long-standing passion for #motorsport. Reflecting on his career, he shares, "Working at ZF Race has been a dream since my apprenticeship, and my enthusiasm for motorsport has kept me looking for opportunities to work here. You should join us at ZF Race because we are a great team that identifies with the company and gives everything for our joint success. What makes my job at Race unique is the diversity of the #products, which are often non-standard and require particular flexibility." Nicolas holds a quote by Kimi Räikkönen at the heart of his passion for motorsport “You don’t drive races on paper.” One team, one goal: the Best for the Best.