Gear Oil Market Report 2026

The gear oil market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $8.77 billion in 2025 to $9.05 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in automotive production, expansion of industrial machinery usage, development of mining and construction activities, rising demand for agricultural equipment, increase in oil and gas operations.

The gear oil market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.49 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in electric vehicle drivetrains, rising industrial automation, demand for energy efficient lubricants, expansion of infrastructure projects, stricter equipment maintenance standards. Major trends in the forecast period include rising adoption of synthetic and semi synthetic gear oils, growing demand for high performance lubricants, increased use of biodegradable gear oils, expansion of heavy duty automotive applications, longer oil drain interval requirements.

The expanding automotive industry is expected to drive the growth of the gear oil market in the coming years. The automotive industry encompasses the manufacturing of motor vehicles and related components, including engines, transmissions, and vehicle bodies. Its growth is fueled by rising disposable incomes, urbanization, and increasing demand for personal and commercial vehicles, resulting in higher vehicle production volumes. Gear oil supports vehicle performance by ensuring smooth drivetrain operation and protecting critical gear system components from wear, friction, and heat damage. For example, in March 2025, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association reported that global car sales reached 74.6 million units in 2024, a 2.5% increase compared to 2023. Consequently, the growing automotive industry is fueling the growth of the gear oil market.

Major companies in the gear oil market are focusing on developing high-quality industrial gear oils to enhance equipment efficiency, increase durability, reduce downtime, and address the evolving lubrication needs of industries, particularly in extreme conditions. High-end industrial gear oils are premium lubricants formulated for industrial machinery, offering superior performance under demanding operational circumstances. These oils incorporate advanced additives that safeguard against wear, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of gear systems. For example, in July 2024, Jiangsu Lopal Technology Co. Ltd., a China-based company, introduced Lopal G2 Heavy Duty Industrial Closed Gear Oil. This product is designed to extend machinery service life by minimizing wear, which is essential for decreasing downtime and maintenance costs. The new formulation provides substantial support for high-load applications, ensuring reliable performance even in extreme conditions.

In April 2023, The Fuchs Group, a US-based company specializing in gear oils, acquired Lubcon International for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition allows Fuchs Group to expand its portfolio by integrating Lubcon's expertise in the gear oils sector. Lubcon International is a Nigeria-based company that also offers gear oils.

Major companies operating in the gear oil market are Exxon Mobile Corporation, Royal Dutch Shell PLC, Chevron Corporation, BP PLC, Total S.A, Sinopec Group, Idemitsu Kosan Company Ltd., Fuchs Petrolub SE, Petrochina Company Limited, Gazprom Neft PJSC, Shell International B.V., China Petrochemical Corporation, Phillips 66 Company, Saudi Arabian Oil Co., Castrol Limited, Liqui Moly GmbH, Calumet Specialty Products Partners, Morris Lubricants, Penrite Oil Company, Carl Bechem GmbH, Valvoline Inc., Peak Lubricants Pty. Ltd., Indian Oil Corporation Ltd., JX Nippon Oil & Energy Corporation, Kemipex Group, Lukoil Oil Company, Gulf Oil Corporation Limited, Pennzoil Company, Quaker Chemical Corporation.

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

The gear oil market consists of sales of polyalphaolefins (PAOs), esters oils, and polyglycols. 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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