Traction Inverter Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The traction inverter market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $17.32 billion in 2024 to $20.54 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to electric vehicle (ev) adoption, stringent emission regulations, government incentives, rising consumer awareness, global focus on sustainable transportation.

The traction inverter market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $37.06 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to continued electric vehicle growth, increasing energy density of batteries, expansion of charging infrastructure, government regulations and standards, r&d in power electronics. Major trends in the forecast period include automotive industry collaborations and partnerships, integration of vehicle-to-grid (v2g) technology, technological advancements, silicon carbide (sic) and gallium nitride (gan) adoption, smart inverters and digitalization.

The traction inverter market is poised for growth due to the increasing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs). Electric vehicles rely on electric motors powered by rechargeable batteries, and traction inverters play a crucial role in these vehicles. Traction inverters convert direct current (DC) from batteries into alternating current (AC), controlling the speed and torque of the electric motor, thereby influencing the vehicle's performance and efficiency. According to the International Energy Agency, the share of electric cars in total car sales rose from 9% in 2021 to 14% in 2022, with sales exceeding 10 million in 2022. The substantial increase in electric vehicle adoption is a key driver propelling the growth of the traction inverter market.

Leading companies in the traction inverter market are concentrating on advancements in new technologies, including next-generation silicon carbide (SiC) technology for electric vehicle (EV) traction inverters. This technology enables higher switching frequencies and reduces conduction losses, enhancing the overall efficiency and performance of inverters in electric and hybrid vehicles. For example, in October 2024, STMicroelectronics NV, a semiconductor manufacturing corporation based in Switzerland, introduced its fourth-generation STPOWER silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFET technology, tailored specifically for EV traction inverters. This new generation offers significantly reduced on-resistance, faster switching speeds, and increased robustness, making it well-suited for both 400V and 800V applications. Available in 750V and 1200V classes, the technology aims to boost power efficiency and density, benefiting not only the automotive industry but also high-power industrial applications such as solar inverters and energy storage systems.

In March 2023, Germany-based semiconductor company Infineon Technologies acquired GaN Systems for $830 million. This acquisition is intended to expand Infineon’s portfolio of gallium nitride (GaN) power conversion solutions, meeting the rising demand for efficient, high-performance power systems across sectors such as renewable energy, electric vehicles, and consumer electronics. GaN Systems, a Canadian company, specializes in developing and applying traction inverters that leverage advanced GaN technology.

Major companies operating in the traction inverter market report are Robert Bosch GmbH, Hitachi Ltd., Siemens AG, General Electric Company, Continental AG, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, ABB Ltd., Toshiba Corporation, Lear Corporation, Texas Instruments Incorporated, Parker Hannifin Corporation, STMicroelectronics N.V., BorgWarner Inc., Infineon Technologies AG, Emerson Electric Co., Renesas Electronics Corporation, Dana Incorporated, Semiconductor Components Industries LLC - ON Semiconductor, Rockwell Automation Inc., Fuji Electric Co. Ltd., Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA, Yaskawa Electric Corporation, Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company, Delphi Technologies PLC.

North America was the largest region in the traction inverter market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the traction inverter market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the traction inverter market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The traction inverter market consists of sales of inverter units, power modules, control software, cooling systems, and sensors. 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).

A traction inverter is an essential electronic device employed in electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid vehicles to manage and control the speed and torque of the electric motor. Its primary function involves the conversion of the DC power sourced from the vehicle's battery into AC power, a requisite for propelling and driving the electric motor. This component holds significant importance as it plays a crucial role in determining the overall performance, efficiency, and control of the vehicle's propulsion system.

The primary propulsion types associated with traction inverters include battery electric vehicles (BEV), hybrid electric vehicles (HEV), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), and other electric vehicle categories. A battery electric vehicle (BEV) is a specific type of electric vehicle that relies solely on the chemical energy stored in rechargeable battery packs for its propulsion. Various technologies are employed in traction inverters, including insulated-gate bipolar transistor (IGBT), metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET), and others. These technologies find applications in a range of vehicles, including passenger cars and commercial vehicles, contributing to the diverse landscape of electric and hybrid propulsion systems.

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