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Automotive spur gears represent a category of mechanical gears widely employed in vehicles, including cars and trucks, for the purpose of transmitting power and motion between rotating shafts. Distinguished by their cylindrical shape and straight teeth aligned parallel to the gear's axis, these gears play a crucial role in the mechanical systems of vehicles.
The primary product classifications of automotive spur gears encompass external spur gears and internal spur gears. An external spur gear is a mechanical gear featuring a cylindrical disk with teeth positioned along its outer circumference. The materials used in the manufacturing of these gears include steel, nylon, aluminum, bronze, phenolic, cast iron, bakelite, and various plastics. These materials cater to diverse vehicle types, spanning from passenger vehicles to commercial vehicles. The distribution of these gears takes place through various sales channels, including OEM (original equipment manufacturer) and aftermarket.
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The automotive spur gear market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $31.63 billion in 2024 to $33.8 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to vehicle production volumes, fuel efficiency standards, automotive design trends, material advancements, global economic conditions.
The automotive spur gear market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $41.85 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to electric vehicle adoption, emission reduction initiatives, supply chain resilience, increasing vehicle customization, r&d investments. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of advanced manufacturing technologies, focus on noise reduction technologies, introduction of high-strength and high-performance gears, adoption of advanced surface coatings, emphasis on energy-efficient gear design, development of gear solutions for electric and hybrid vehicles.
The increasing sales of electric vehicles (EVs) are projected to drive the growth of the automotive spur gear market in the future. Electric vehicles are cars powered by electricity stored in rechargeable batteries or generated on board using hydrogen fuel cells. Automotive spur gears are essential for optimizing power transmission, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring precise control over speed and torque, all of which contribute to the success of electric vehicles within the sustainable transportation sector. For example, in July 2023, the International Energy Agency, a France-based intergovernmental organization, reported that sales of electric vehicles reached 10 million in 2022, with an expected increase to 14 million in 2023. Thus, the rising demand for electric vehicles is driving the automotive spur gear market.
A growing emphasis on fuel efficiency is expected to be a driving force behind the expansion of the automotive spur gear market. Fuel efficiency, a crucial metric for vehicle performance, is enhanced by automotive spur gears through the reduction of energy losses and promotion of efficient power transmission. Preliminary estimates from the US-based Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in August 2023 indicated a fuel efficiency of 26.4 mpg for new 2022 models. This increasing demand for fuel efficiency serves as a catalyst for the growth of the automotive spur gear market.
The accessibility of alternative gearing systems poses a significant challenge to the automotive spur gear market during the forecast period. While spur gears have their applications, they face competition from other gear types such as bevel gears, which are better suited for specific purposes such as transmitting force or shaft power between crossing shafts at different angles. In August 2023, Dana Incorporated, a US-based manufacturer of gearboxes, launched Brevini EvoMax helical and bevel-helical gearboxes designed for maritime and offshore applications, showcasing the versatility of alternative gearing systems. This accessibility of alternative systems acts as a restraint on the growth of the automotive spur gear market.
Major players in the automotive spur gear market are focusing on innovation by developing automatic gear shift variants to meet customer demands. The automatic gear system, exemplified by Suzuki Motor Corporation's New S-Presso AGS launched in May 2023, allows manual gearboxes to perform automated gear changes without the need for driver intervention. This enhances convenience, performance, and efficiency, complementing the vehicle's design and elegance. Suzuki's AGS variant features a new 1.0L K10C engine and an engine auto stop-start system (EASS) for fuel efficiency, providing a pleasurable ride while saving money.
In January 2022, Schaeffler Group, a Germany-based precision components and systems manufacturer, acquired Melior Motion GmbH for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to expand Schaeffler Group's industrial business in precision gears and gearboxes, offering clients in various industries a broader selection of planetary gear and high-precision gearboxes. Melior Motion GmbH, a Germany-based technology company specializing in high-precision gearboxes, including automotive spur gears, aligns with Schaeffler's goals for growth and innovation in the sector.
Major companies operating in the automotive spur gear market report are Siemens AG, ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Eaton Corporation PLC, Sumitomo Heavy Industries Ltd., NSK Limited, Bosch Rexroth AG, Linamar Corporation, American Axle & Manufacturing Inc., The Timken Company, MISUMI Corporation, GKN Sinter Metals Engineering GmbH, Tsubakimoto Chain Co., Univance Corporation, Renold PLC, BMT International SA, Bharat Gears Limited, Neugart GmbH, Showa Corporation, Boston Gear Inc., Wittenstein Group, ABA PGT Inc., Cleveland Gear Company, Precision Gears Inc., DESCH Antriebstechnik GmbH & Co. KG, KHK Gears Co Ltd., B&R Motion Gears, Samgong Gear Co. Ltd., DB Gears, Mahindra Gears & Transmissions Pvt Ltd., Oerlikon Graziano SpA
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive spur gear market in 2024. The regions covered in the automotive spur gear market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the automotive spur gear market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The automotive spur gear market consists of sales of straight-cut spur gears, starter motor gears, and carbon steel gears. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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