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Automotive Transmission Market By Fuel Type, By Transmission Type, By Vehicle Type, By Regional Outlook, Industry Analysis Report and Forecast, 2021-2027

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  • 197 Pages
  • January 2022
  • Region: Global
  • Marqual IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd (KBV Research)
  • ID: 5553220
The Global Automotive Transmission Market size is expected to reach $199.7 billion by 2027, rising at a market growth of 4.4% CAGR during the forecast period.

These days, motor vehicles are equipped with features that make driving more enjoyable, safe, and dependable for drivers. Manufacturers of automobiles are under pressure to create more sophisticated products with higher quality in shorter development cycles. Using traditional test-based development techniques to engineer the performance of mechanical designs is no longer an option.

In the last few years, car systems' technical characteristics and performance are greatly improved, and new technologies give increased safety and comfort while driving. Although drivers' perceptions and reflexes while driving continue to play an important part in traffic safety, but various new age vehicle technologies with their constant development is making safe vehicle motion that is less dependent on driver behaviour.

The key manufacturers of the industry are required to follow strict restrictions. For example, The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced an agreement with the Association of International Automobile Manufacturers and the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers in August 2006 under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) to ensure that each and every vehicle with an automatic transmission produced in the United States is integrated with brake transmission system interlocks.



COVID-19 Impact Analysis


The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has a negative impact on the automobile sector. The decline in the sales of the automotive vehicles during the pandemic owing to the imposition of various regulations like complete lockdown, disruption in supply chain and temporary shutdown of manufacturing units. Since people were locked inside their homes, the demand for personal vehicles has declined significantly.

On the other hand, during the recovery phase, companies are investing in various technical developments and the evolution of transmission systems across a variety of vehicle types, including heavy commercial vehicles (HCVs) and passenger cars. This is expected to positively impact the growth of the market in the coming years.

Market Growth Factors:


Growing usage of AMT in commercial vehicles

The logistics business is being propelled forward by expanding urbanisation, industrialization, and increased transportation infrastructure. Furthermore, the expansion of commercial vehicles is aided by the evolution of the IT sector, the construction industry, the mining industry, and the ever-increasing population. There are two slants on the AMT, which enables drivers with better performance and reliability. Numerous commercial vehicle manufacturers are highly using AMT in their automobiles.

Increase in the utilization of lightweight transmission systems

To improve fuel efficiency while maintaining safety and performance, modern automobiles require sophisticated materials. Lightweight materials have the ability to greatly enhance vehicle economy because it requires less energy to accelerate a lighter entity than a heavier one. In addition, lightweight automobile gearbox systems for production cars have been developed as a result of regulatory compliances on automakers and technological breakthroughs in automotive powertrains.

Marketing Restraining Factor:


Surging adoption of electric vehicles

The automotive industry is shifting from traditional gasoline vehicles to electric automobiles all around the world. When compared to traditional fuels burning within IC engines, an electric vehicle does not require gears because the electric engine generates more force at zero RPM. The electric engine continuously produces an attracting field, which causes the engine to pivot when the electric vehicle's steering wheel moves. As a result, the grab system may not be required for the electric car.



Fuel Type Outlook


Based on fuel type, the automotive transmission market is divided into Gasoline, Diesel and others. The diesel segment is expected to procure a significant share in automotive transmission market during the forecast period. Due to its high compression ratio, which allows for higher engine efficiency, diesel cars are witnessing a huge demand. A diesel engine is easier to maintain since it does not require an electrical system or spark plugs. This engine type is popular in automobiles and SUVs because it provides enhanced performance, similar to a gas engine, but with better gas mileage and reliability.

Transmission Type Outlook


On the basis of transmission type, the automotive transmission is bifurcated into Manual and Automatic. The manual type segment dominated the market with the maximum revenue share in 2020 and is estimated to continue this trend over the forecast period. The cost of Manual is low than the automatic one, which is motivating manufacturers to use Manual in their products. Due to price sensitivity among population, consumers are more likely to choose manual transmission-based cars.

Vehicle Type Outlook


By vehicle type, the automotive transmission market is segmented into Passenger cars, LCVs and HCVs. The passenger cars segment garnered the maximum revenue share in the automotive transmission market in 2020 and is anticipated to continue this trend over the forecast period. The demand for passenger automobiles is influenced by volatile fuel prices and transit infrastructure. The improving economic outlook in the United States and many developing nations, such as China and India, is likely to boost the demand for passenger automobiles in the world.

Regional Outlook


Region-wise, the automotive transmission market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and LAMEA. The Asia Pacific region emerged as the leading region in the automotive transmission market with the highest revenue share in 2020 and projected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period. Companies in Asia Pacific have been encouraged to adopt efficient transmission systems by stringent regulations. Furthermore, rising vehicle sales, particularly in countries such as China, India, Japan, and South Korea, along with the presence of key market players are expected to spur the growth of regional market during the forecast period.

Cardinal Matrix - Automotive Transmission Market Competition Analysis




The major strategies followed by the market participants are Acquisitions. Based on the Analysis presented in the Cardinal matrix; Eaton Corporation PLC is the major forerunner in the Automotive Transmission Market. Companies such as Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc., BorgWarner, Inc., Magna International, Inc. are some of the key innovators in the Market.

The market research report covers the analysis of key stake holders of the market. Key companies profiled in the report include Nissan Motor Corporation (Jatco Ltd), Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc., GKN plc (Melrose Industries plc), Continental AG, Eaton Corporation PLC, BorgWarner, Inc., Magna International, Inc., ZF Friedrichshafen AG, and Schaeffler AG.

Recent Strategies Deployed in Automotive Transmission Market


» Partnerships, Collaborations and Agreements:

  • Nov-2021: Allison Transmission extended its partnership with Dotto Trains, a world leader in the production of tourist trains. This renewed partnership aimed to introduce Dotto’s new model, the “Big Boy” equipped with an Allison fully automatic transmission.
  • Nov-2021: Allison Transmission joined hands with Mercedes-Benz, a German luxury automotive marque. This collaboration aimed to supply Fully Automatic Transmission for New Mercedes-Benz Tourrider Coach. The B 500R fully automatic transmission with fuel-saving FuelSense 2.0 technology by Allison is factory standard in the Mercedes-Benz Tourrider and offers an economical, reliable, and comfortable propulsion solution.
  • Sep-2021: BorgWarner extended its collaboration with HYCET Transmission, an independent Chinese auto manufacturer. This collaboration aimed to expand BorgWarner supply of its triple-clutch P2 drive module and hydraulic control unit to Great Wall’s Haval and WEY brands.
  • Mar-2020: Allison Transmission formed a partnership with Hyundai Motor Company. Together, the companies is expected to release Allison 1000 xFE fully automatic transmission in the 2.5 and 3.5-ton Mighty Light Duty truck. In addition, Hyundai Motor Company chose the Allison 1000 Series with xFE technology to deliver their customers the best driving experience, performance, and efficiencies.

» Acquisitions and Mergers:

  • Sep-2021: Allison Transmission came into an agreement to acquire AVTEC’s Off-Highway Transmission Portfolio and Off-Highway Component Machining Business. This acquisition aimed to boost Allison’s pursuit of additional opportunities in some segments in India & global markets with specially-built products that offer performance and productivity to their customers.
  • Aug-2021: Continental took over Kopernikus Automotive, Artificial Intelligence Specialist for Automated Parking. Through this acquisition, the company is expected to work on both solutions, and autonomous parking procedures based on vehicle sensor data and a solution based on intelligent infrastructure that is similar to intelligent intersections.

» Product Launches and Product Expansions:

  • Mar-2020: JATCO, a subsidiary of Nissan Motor Corporation unveiled the JR913E 9-speed AT for RWD vehicles. This solution is developed for RWD vehicles with a high-efficiency and high-response transmission, which has perfect gear ratios and is constructed with an oil pressure system that allows highly responsive gear changes.

Scope of the Study


Market Segments Covered in the Report:


By Fuel Type

  • Gasoline,
  • Diesel and
  • Others

By Transmission Type

  • Manual and
  • Automatic

By Vehicle Type

  • Passenger Cars
  • LCVs and
  • HCVs

By Geography


  • North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • Rest of North America
  • Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Russia
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Singapore
  • Malaysia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • LAMEA
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa
  • Nigeria
  • Rest of LAMEA

Key Market Players


List of Companies Profiled in the Report:

  • Nissan Motor Corporation (Jatco Ltd)
  • Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc.
  • GKN plc (Melrose Industries plc)
  • Continental AG
  • Eaton Corporation PLC
  • BorgWarner, Inc.
  • Magna International, Inc.
  • ZF Friedrichshafen AG
  • Schaeffler AG

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
1.1 Market Definition
1.2 Objectives
1.3 Market Scope
1.4 Segmentation
1.4.1 Global Automotive Transmission Market, by Fuel Type
1.4.2 Global Automotive Transmission Market, by Transmission Type
1.4.3 Global Automotive Transmission Market, by Vehicle Type
1.4.4 Global Automotive Transmission Market, by Geography
1.5 Methodology for the research
Chapter 2. Market Overview
2.1 Introduction
2.1.1 Overview
2.1.1.1 Market Composition and Scenario
2.2 Key Factors Impacting the Market
2.2.1 Market Drivers
2.2.2 Market Restraints
Chapter 3. Competition Analysis - Global
3.1 Cardinal Matrix
3.2 Recent Industry Wide Strategic Developments
3.2.1 Acquisition, Mergers and Joint Ventures
3.2.2 Partnerships, Collaborations and Agreements
3.2.3 Product Launches and Product Expansions
3.3 Top Winning Strategies
3.3.1 Key Leading Strategies: Percentage Distribution (2017-2021)
3.3.2 Key Strategic Move: (Acquisition, Mergers and Joint Ventures: 2017, Apr - 2021, Sep) Leading Players
3.3.3 Key Strategic Move: (Partnerships, Collaborations and Agreements: 2019, Oct - 2021, Nov) Leading Players
Chapter 4. Global Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
4.1 Global Gasoline Market by Region
4.2 Global Diesel Market by Region
4.3 Global Others Market by Region
Chapter 5. Global Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
5.1 Global Manual Market by Region
5.2 Global Automatic Market by Region
Chapter 6. Global Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
6.1 Global Passenger Cars Market by Region
6.2 Global LCVs Market by Region
6.3 Global HCVs Market by Region
Chapter 7. Global Automotive Transmission Market by Region
7.1 North America Automotive Transmission Market
7.1.1 North America Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.1.1.1 North America Gasoline Market by Country
7.1.1.2 North America Diesel Market by Country
7.1.1.3 North America Others Market by Country
7.1.2 North America Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.1.2.1 North America Manual Market by Country
7.1.2.2 North America Automatic Market by Country
7.1.3 North America Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.1.3.1 North America Passenger Cars Market by Country
7.1.3.2 North America LCVs Market by Country
7.1.3.3 North America HCVs Market by Country
7.1.4 North America Automotive Transmission Market by Country
7.1.4.1 US Automotive Transmission Market
7.1.4.1.1 US Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.1.4.1.2 US Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.1.4.1.3 US Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.1.4.2 Canada Automotive Transmission Market
7.1.4.2.1 Canada Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.1.4.2.2 Canada Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.1.4.2.3 Canada Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.1.4.3 Mexico Automotive Transmission Market
7.1.4.3.1 Mexico Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.1.4.3.2 Mexico Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.1.4.3.3 Mexico Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.1.4.4 Rest of North America Automotive Transmission Market
7.1.4.4.1 Rest of North America Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.1.4.4.2 Rest of North America Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.1.4.4.3 Rest of North America Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.2 Europe Automotive Transmission Market
7.2.1 Europe Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.2.1.1 Europe Gasoline Market by Country
7.2.1.2 Europe Diesel Market by Country
7.2.1.3 Europe Others Market by Country
7.2.2 Europe Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.2.2.1 Europe Manual Market by Country
7.2.2.2 Europe Automatic Market by Country
7.2.3 Europe Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.2.3.1 Europe Passenger Cars Market by Country
7.2.3.2 Europe LCVs Market by Country
7.2.3.3 Europe HCVs Market by Country
7.2.4 Europe Automotive Transmission Market by Country
7.2.4.1 Germany Automotive Transmission Market
7.2.4.1.1 Germany Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.2.4.1.2 Germany Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.2.4.1.3 Germany Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.2.4.2 UK Automotive Transmission Market
7.2.4.2.1 UK Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.2.4.2.2 UK Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.2.4.2.3 UK Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.2.4.3 France Automotive Transmission Market
7.2.4.3.1 France Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.2.4.3.2 France Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.2.4.3.3 France Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.2.4.4 Russia Automotive Transmission Market
7.2.4.4.1 Russia Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.2.4.4.2 Russia Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.2.4.4.3 Russia Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.2.4.5 Spain Automotive Transmission Market
7.2.4.5.1 Spain Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.2.4.5.2 Spain Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.2.4.5.3 Spain Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.2.4.6 Italy Automotive Transmission Market
7.2.4.6.1 Italy Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.2.4.6.2 Italy Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.2.4.6.3 Italy Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.2.4.7 Rest of Europe Automotive Transmission Market
7.2.4.7.1 Rest of Europe Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.2.4.7.2 Rest of Europe Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.2.4.7.3 Rest of Europe Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.3 Asia Pacific Automotive Transmission Market
7.3.1 Asia Pacific Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.3.1.1 Asia Pacific Gasoline Market by Country
7.3.1.2 Asia Pacific Diesel Market by Country
7.3.1.3 Asia Pacific Others Market by Country
7.3.2 Asia Pacific Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.3.2.1 Asia Pacific Manual Market by Country
7.3.2.2 Asia Pacific Automatic Market by Country
7.3.3 Asia Pacific Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.3.3.1 Asia Pacific Passenger Cars Market by Country
7.3.3.2 Asia Pacific LCVs Market by Country
7.3.3.3 Asia Pacific HCVs Market by Country
7.3.4 Asia Pacific Automotive Transmission Market by Country
7.3.4.1 China Automotive Transmission Market
7.3.4.1.1 China Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.3.4.1.2 China Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.3.4.1.3 China Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.3.4.2 Japan Automotive Transmission Market
7.3.4.2.1 Japan Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.3.4.2.2 Japan Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.3.4.2.3 Japan Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.3.4.3 India Automotive Transmission Market
7.3.4.3.1 India Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.3.4.3.2 India Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.3.4.3.3 India Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.3.4.4 South Korea Automotive Transmission Market
7.3.4.4.1 South Korea Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.3.4.4.2 South Korea Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.3.4.4.3 South Korea Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.3.4.5 Singapore Automotive Transmission Market
7.3.4.5.1 Singapore Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.3.4.5.2 Singapore Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.3.4.5.3 Singapore Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.3.4.6 Malaysia Automotive Transmission Market
7.3.4.6.1 Malaysia Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.3.4.6.2 Malaysia Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.3.4.6.3 Malaysia Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.3.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific Automotive Transmission Market
7.3.4.7.1 Rest of Asia Pacific Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.3.4.7.2 Rest of Asia Pacific Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.3.4.7.3 Rest of Asia Pacific Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.4 LAMEA Automotive Transmission Market
7.4.1 LAMEA Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.4.1.1 LAMEA Gasoline Market by Country
7.4.1.2 LAMEA Diesel Market by Country
7.4.1.3 LAMEA Others Market by Country
7.4.2 LAMEA Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.4.2.1 LAMEA Manual Market by Country
7.4.2.2 LAMEA Automatic Market by Country
7.4.3 LAMEA Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.4.3.1 LAMEA Passenger Cars Market by Country
7.4.3.2 LAMEA LCVs Market by Country
7.4.3.3 LAMEA HCVs Market by Country
7.4.4 LAMEA Automotive Transmission Market by Country
7.4.4.1 Brazil Automotive Transmission Market
7.4.4.1.1 Brazil Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.4.4.1.2 Brazil Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.4.4.1.3 Brazil Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.4.4.2 Argentina Automotive Transmission Market
7.4.4.2.1 Argentina Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.4.4.2.2 Argentina Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.4.4.2.3 Argentina Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.4.4.3 UAE Automotive Transmission Market
7.4.4.3.1 UAE Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.4.4.3.2 UAE Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.4.4.3.3 UAE Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.4.4.4 Saudi Arabia Automotive Transmission Market
7.4.4.4.1 Saudi Arabia Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.4.4.4.2 Saudi Arabia Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.4.4.4.3 Saudi Arabia Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.4.4.5 South Africa Automotive Transmission Market
7.4.4.5.1 South Africa Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.4.4.5.2 South Africa Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.4.4.5.3 South Africa Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.4.4.6 Nigeria Automotive Transmission Market
7.4.4.6.1 Nigeria Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.4.4.6.2 Nigeria Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.4.4.6.3 Nigeria Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
7.4.4.7 Rest of LAMEA Automotive Transmission Market
7.4.4.7.1 Rest of LAMEA Automotive Transmission Market by Fuel Type
7.4.4.7.2 Rest of LAMEA Automotive Transmission Market by Transmission Type
7.4.4.7.3 Rest of LAMEA Automotive Transmission Market by Vehicle Type
Chapter 8. Company Profiles
8.1 Nissan Motor Corporation (Jatco Ltd)
8.1.1 Company Overview
8.1.2 Financial Analysis
8.1.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.1.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.1.5 Recent strategies and developments
8.1.5.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions
8.2 Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc.
8.2.1 Company Overview
8.2.2 Financial Analysis
8.2.3 Regional Analysis
8.2.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.2.5 Recent strategies and developments
8.2.5.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements
8.2.5.2 Acquisition and Mergers:
8.3 GKN plc (Melrose Industries plc)
8.3.1 Company Overview
8.3.2 Financial Analysis
8.3.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.3.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.4 Continental AG
8.4.1 Company Overview
8.4.2 Financial Analysis
8.4.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.4.4 Research & Development Expense
8.4.5 Recent strategies and developments
8.4.5.1 Acquisition and Mergers:
8.4.6 SWOT Analysis
8.5 Eaton Corporation PLC
8.5.1 Company Overview
8.5.2 Financial Analysis
8.5.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.5.4 Research & Development Expense
8.5.5 Recent strategies and developments
8.5.5.1 Acquisition, Mergers and Joint Ventures:
8.5.5.2 Product Launches and Product Expansions
8.5.6 Swot Analysis
8.6 BorgWarner, Inc.
8.6.1 Company Overview
8.6.2 Financial Analysis
8.6.3 Regional & Segmental Analysis
8.6.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.6.5 Recent strategies and developments
8.6.5.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements
8.7 Magna International, Inc.
8.7.1 Company Overview
8.7.2 Financial Analysis
8.7.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.7.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.7.5 Recent strategies and developments
8.7.5.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements
8.7.5.2 Acquisition and Mergers:
8.8 ZF Friedrichshafen AG
8.8.1 Company Overview
8.8.2 Financial Analysis
8.8.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.8.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.8.5 SWOT Analysis
8.9 Schaeffler AG
8.9.1 Company overview
8.9.2 Financial Analysis
8.9.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.9.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.9.5 Recent strategies and developments
8.9.5.1 Acquisition and Mergers:

Companies Mentioned

  • Nissan Motor Corporation (Jatco Ltd)
  • Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc.
  • GKN plc (Melrose Industries plc)
  • Continental AG
  • Eaton Corporation PLC
  • BorgWarner, Inc.
  • Magna International, Inc.
  • ZF Friedrichshafen AG
  • Schaeffler AG

Methodology

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