Automotive Cooling Fans Market Report 2026

The automotive cooling fans market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.01 billion in 2025 to $3.24 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased engine heat loads, passenger vehicle production growth, radiator fan standardization, mechanical fan usage, thermal management requirements.

The automotive cooling fans market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.4 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to electric vehicle thermal systems growth, fuel efficiency standards, smart cooling systems adoption, hybrid vehicle expansion, noise and vibration regulations. Major trends in the forecast period include shift toward electric cooling fans, adoption of variable-speed fans, integration with engine control units, demand for lightweight fan assemblies, focus on noise reduction.

Stringent emission standards imposed by regulatory authorities are expected to contribute to the growth of the automotive cooling fan market. These standards define limits on pollutants and greenhouse gases emitted by vehicles and industrial processes. Automotive cooling fans play a crucial role in helping internal combustion engines, pollution control systems, and electric vehicle components operate efficiently and within the parameters required to meet strict emission regulations. As of April 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), a US government agency, proposed additional and more stringent regulations effective from model year 2027 to further limit emissions from light- and medium-duty vehicles. Compliance with these stringent emission standards is driving the demand for advanced cooling fan systems in the automotive industry.

Key players in the automotive cooling fan market are concentrating on developing innovations, particularly in enhancing cooling efficiency to keep battery packs and power electronics at optimal temperatures. Enhanced cooling efficiency involves improving the performance of cooling systems to remove heat from an environment or system more effectively while using less energy. For example, in August 2024, Johnson Electric, a China-based automotive firm, introduced the VOLTA High Voltage Cooling Fan Module, aimed at improving the efficiency of cooling systems. This advanced high-voltage cooling fan provides superior efficiency and durability, which are vital for maintaining ideal temperatures in electric and hybrid vehicles. Its sturdy design guarantees resilience under challenging conditions while minimizing energy consumption and emissions. By responding to the increasing demand for efficient cooling solutions, this innovation is expected to have a significant impact on the automotive engine cooling system market, in line with trends in electrification. Ultimately, it holds the potential to transform the future of automotive design.

In May 2024, Trane Technologies, an Ireland-based manufacturing firm, acquired the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to strengthen Trane Technologies' capabilities in sustainable industrial process cooling, air conditioning, and air treatment. MTA’s expertise in high-performance solutions will enhance Trane’s commercial HVAC offerings, benefiting sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and automotive. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is an Italy-based transportation agency that provides public transit services, including the installation of automotive cooling fans.

Major companies operating in the automotive cooling fans market report include AMETEK Inc., DENSO Corporation, Flexxaire Inc., Horton Holding Inc., Multi-Wing America Inc., SPAL Automotive Srl, Sunonwealth Electric Machine Industry Co. Ltd., Valeo SA, Continental AG, USUI Co. Ltd., SCFM Corporation, Guangzhou Tech Master Auto Parts Co. Ltd., Standard Motor Products Inc., The ebm-papst Group, Delta Electronics Ltd., BorgWarner Inc., Nidec Corporation, American Cooling Technology Inc., Pelonis Technologies Inc., Kenlowe Group Ltd., Truflo International Ltd., Ziehl-Abegg SE, Rosenberg Ventilatoren GmbH, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Honeywell International Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive cooling fan market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the automotive cooling fan market report forecast period. The regions covered in the automotive cooling fans market report include Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automotive cooling fans market report include Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The automotive cooling fan market consists of sales of manual fixed fans, thermal sensing clutch fans, electric fans, flex fans and centrifugal clutch fans. 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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