Automotive Exhaust Systems Market Report 2025

This Automotive Exhaust Systems market report covers market characteristics, size & growth, segmentation, regional & 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 automotive exhaust systems market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $42.3 billion in 2024 to $44.8 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to regulatory emissions standards, consumer demand, vehicle production growth, fuel efficiency requirements, noise pollution control.

The automotive exhaust systems market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $59.68 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to electric and hybrid vehicles, lightweight materials, autonomous vehicles, aftermarket and retrofit market, hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, recycling and sustainability, emissions reduction goals. Major trends in the forecast period include emission reduction technologies, integration of sensors and electronics, advanced manufacturing techniques, collaborations and mergers, customization and aesthetics, advanced coating technologies.

The rise in automobile production is fueling the growth of the automotive exhaust systems market. Increased disposable income in both developing and developed countries, along with the growing demand for personal vehicles for daily commuting, has significantly contributed to the global surge in automobile demand. This rise in demand for automobiles is expected to drive the utilization of automotive exhaust systems, as they are essential components in vehicle manufacturing. For instance, in May 2023, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association, a Belgium-based industry organization, reported that 85.4 million motor vehicles were produced globally in 2022, marking a 5.7% increase compared to 2021. As a result, the growth in automobile production is projected to boost demand for automotive exhaust systems during the forecast period.

The enforcement of stringent emission regulations by governmental bodies plays a pivotal role in propelling the growth trajectory of the automotive exhaust systems market. These regulations, implemented globally, are designed to regulate and curb pollutants emitted by automobile engines and on-road vehicles, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, combat climate change, and minimize air pollution. For instance, in April 2023, the US government proposed new vehicle pollution regulations aimed at enhancing the efficiency and cleanliness of all vehicles, including gas-powered cars and heavy-duty trucks, with an anticipated reduction of approximately 10 billion tons of CO2 emissions. The strict enforcement of such emission regulations is anticipated to drive the demand for automotive exhaust systems during the forecast period, as the automotive industry strives to comply with these stringent norms.

The establishment of new production plants is a key trend gaining traction in the automotive exhaust systems market. Companies in this sector are focusing on building new manufacturing facilities to expand their operations and tap into emerging markets. For example, in October 2023, Eberspaecher, a Germany-based manufacturer of exhaust emission control systems, opened a new plant in Thailand. Spanning 3,000 square meters, the plant was constructed in just five months on AAPICO's Rayong campus. Approximately 150 employees will produce exhaust systems for passenger cars, which will be used in a major pickup truck platform for a leading US automotive manufacturer.

Numerous companies within the automotive exhaust systems market are actively engaged in pioneering innovative products featuring enhanced designs crafted from lightweight materials. These advancements aim to reduce overall vehicle weight, leading to enhanced engine efficiency, lowered fuel consumption, and improved overall vehicle performance. For instance, in February, Akrapovič d. d., a Slovenian-based manufacturer of automotive exhaust systems, introduced the Racing Line (titanium) for the 2022 Yamaha TMAX and the Slip-On Line (titanium) for the 2022 Yamaha MT-10. These novel additions to their product range are meticulously crafted from premium-grade, lightweight titanium. They are specifically engineered to seamlessly integrate with the intended motorcycle models, boasting the latest designs and cutting-edge production techniques. These innovative exhaust systems highlight the ongoing efforts to enhance performance through the use of lightweight materials and advanced design methodologies.

Cummins has acquired Faurecia’s commercial vehicle exhaust aftertreatment business for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition offers Cummins Emission Solutions the opportunity to maintain access to the technology and facilities required to meet the growing demand for low-emission products, while ensuring continuity for both the employees and customers of the acquired manufacturing sites. Faurecia SE, a France-based company, specializes in manufacturing automotive exhaust systems.

Major companies operating in the automotive exhaust systems market include Benteler International AG, Continental AG, Eberspacher Group, Faurecia SE, Friedrich Boysen GmbH & Co. KG, Tenneco Inc., MagnaFlow, Borla Performance Industries, Bosal Industries Limited, Sejong Industrial Co. Ltd., Yutaka Giken Co. Ltd., Sango Co. Ltd., Futaba Industrial Co. Ltd., Kolbenschmidt Pierburg AG, Delphi Technologies, Tata AutoComp Systems Limited, Eminox Ltd., Calsonic Kansei Corporation, AP Exhaust Products Inc., Sankei Giken Kogyo Co. Ltd., Motus Integrated Technologies, Meritor Inc., Sharda Motor Industries Ltd., Johnson Matthey plc, Arvin Sango Inc., CECO Environmental Corporation, Flowmaster Inc., Dynomax Inc., Crown, Katcon SA de CV.

Automotive exhaust systems play a crucial role in collecting and expelling gases from a vehicle while removing harmful substances. Additionally, these systems contribute to noise reduction and direct filtered exhaust away from vehicle occupants. Performance exhaust systems are designed to maintain optimal air levels in the engine, reducing the need for extra fuel consumption to compensate for poor air quality.

Key technologies involved in automotive exhaust systems include diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC), diesel particulate filter (DPF), Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR), Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR), Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF), and other advancements. For instance, the diesel oxidation catalyst is an after-treatment device specifically used to minimize emissions from diesel-powered vehicles. These exhaust systems find applications in various vehicle types, including passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and trucks and buses.

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Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive exhaust systems market in 2024. The regions covered in the automotive exhaust systems market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the automotive exhaust systems market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.

The automotive exhaust systems market consists of sales of single exit pipe, dual rear exit, opposite dual exhaust, and dual side exhaust. 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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