Steering Tie Rod Market Report 2025

This Steering Tie Rod market report provides a comprehensive analysis of the market’s characteristics, size, and growth, including segmentation, regional and country-level breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends, and strategies. It also tracks historical and forecasted market growth across various geographies.

The steering tie rod market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $15.65 billion in 2024 to $16.75 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the implementation of safety regulations, growing urbanization and infrastructure development, expansion of automotive supply chains, consumer demand for comfort and handling, and environmental and efficiency standards.

The steering tie rod market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $21.67 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles, technological innovations in materials and manufacturing, integration of Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in vehicles, regulatory emphasis on fuel efficiency and emission, focus on sustainability. Major trends in the forecast period include integration with electric power steering (EPS) systems, demand for customized and versatile tie rod designs, integration of sensors and smart technologies, rising disposable incomes in emerging markets, collaborations, and partnerships.

Increasing automotive production is expected to drive the growth of the steering tie rod market in the future. Automotive production encompasses the process of manufacturing vehicles, such as cars, trucks, and other automobiles, from raw materials to finished products ready for sale. The surge in automotive production is fueled by the rising global demand for vehicles, technological advancements, and expanding markets. Steering tie rods are crucial components in automotive production, connecting the steering rack to the steering knuckle, thereby enabling controlled steering of the vehicle. For example, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers Association, a Belgium-based organization, North America manufactured 13.596 million motor vehicles in 2021, with production increasing to 14.901 million units in 2022, representing a 9.6% year-over-year growth in vehicle production within the region. Consequently, the increase in automotive production is driving the growth of the steering tie rod market.

Major companies in the steering tie rod market are focusing on expanding their product offerings, such as steering and suspension parts, to improve product coverage, safety, and durability while meeting the increasing demand for high-quality components. For example, in June 2024, DRiV Incorporated, a U.S.-based automotive parts supplier, announced a major expansion of its Monroe Steering and Suspension range, adding 750 new part numbers. This expansion increases coverage by 20%, demonstrating the brand’s commitment to safety, durability, and reducing product returns. The new parts, designed for popular late-model vehicles, feature advanced materials, anti-corrosion coatings, and rigorous testing to meet original equipment standards, further enhancing product quality.

In December 2022, BorgWarner Inc., a US-based automotive and e-mobility supplier, acquired Drivetek AG for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition strengthens BorgWarner's power electronics and auxiliary inverter capabilities and expands its customer base and industry reach. Drivetek AG is a Switzerland-based company that provides tie rod assembly.

Major companies operating in the steering tie rod market are The Bosch Group, ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG, BorgWarner Inc., APA Industries Inc., NSK Ltd., HL Mando Corp, Moog Inc., Dorman Products, Ingalls Engineering Co., Teknorot Automotive Inc., Federal-Mogul Corporation, Mevotech, Centric Parts, Beck Arnley, CTR Corporation, ACDelco, First Line Ltd., Synergy Manufacturing Inc., Crown Automotive Sales Co. Inc., Ferdinand Bilstein, Optimal AG And Co. KG, TRW Automotive, Sankei Industry Co. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the steering tie rod market in 2024. The regions covered in the steering tie rod market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the steering tie rod market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

A steering tie rod is an essential part of a vehicle's steering system, linking the steering rack to the steering knuckle on each front wheel. It transmits force from the steering rack to the wheel, enabling the vehicle to turn and maintain directional control. The proper functioning of tie rods is crucial for vehicle stability and safe handling.

The primary types of steering tie rods are inner tie rods and outer tie rods. Inner tie rods connect the steering rack to the outer tie rods within a vehicle's steering system. They are made from materials such as carbon steel and stainless steel, and are used in passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and heavy commercial vehicles. These tie rods are distributed through various sales channels, including original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and the aftermarket.

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The steering tie rod market consists of sales of adjustable tie rods, non-adjustable tie rods, and ball-joint tie rod ends. 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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