This Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket 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 automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.24 billion in 2024 to $5.55 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased availability and variety of aftermarket parts, the expansion of the global automotive industry, cost-effective manufacturing, maintaining older vehicles to save money, and the growing need to reduce worn or damaged parts.
The automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.91 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to frequent replacement of wear-and-tear parts, changes in emissions regulations or safety standards, commercial vehicle boom, the efficiency and reach of aftermarket distribution channels, and changes in vehicle maintenance intervals or practices. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for electric vehicles, technological advancements, a shift towards online sales channels, a focus on performance and efficiency, and the rise of hybrid vehicles.
Increasing rates of vehicle ownership are set to drive growth in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market. Vehicle ownership denotes the legal possession and control of vehicles by individuals or entities. The surge in vehicle adoption is spurred by heightened urbanization, improved economic conditions, and advancements in automotive engineering technology. Aftermarket automotive bearing and clutch components are utilized in vehicles to replace worn-out parts, enhance performance, and prolong lifespan, providing cost-effective maintenance solutions for drivers and mechanics alike. For example, in November 2023, according to Statistics Canada, the total number of registered road motor vehicles in Canada reached 26.3 million in 2022, marking a slight 0.3% increase from the previous year. Electric vehicles accounted for 3% of light-duty vehicle registrations in 2022, up from 2.3% in 2021. Hence, the rising ownership rates are stimulating growth in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market.
Leading firms in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket are concentrating on innovating products such as performance grease to offer superior lubrication and reduce friction. Performance grease is specially formulated for high-stress applications, minimizing friction, wear, and corrosion while extending the longevity of mechanical parts. For instance, in March 2022, Apec Automotive, a US-based company specializing in braking systems, introduced a new line of wheel bearing kits that provide comprehensive solutions with sealed-for-life design and high-performance grease for durability and optimal functionality. Each kit includes essential accessories such as nuts, bolts, and circlips, offering a complete and convenient solution.
In February 2024, The Wharton Automotive Group, a US-based automotive services firm, acquired Competition Clutch Inc. to enhance its product range and market share in the automotive aftermarket. This acquisition integrates Competition Clutch's specialized products and technologies, as they are renowned for high-performance automotive clutches.
Major companies operating in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market are ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd., Eaton Corporation plc, Valeo Clutch Private Limited, Schaeffler AG, Marelli Holdings SpA, BorgWarner Inc., JTEKT Corporation, Svenska Kullagerfabriken group, Nippon Seikō Kabushiki-gaisha (NSK) Ltd., Federal-Mogul Motorparts Ltd., New Technology Network (NTN) Corporation, Timken India Limited, RBC Bearings Inc., ILJIN Holdings Co. Ltd., Mahle GmbH, Nachi America Inc., Luoyang LYC Bearing Co. Ltd., Fábricas Europeo de Rodamientos SA (FERSA), ACDelco, C&U Americas Group.
North America was the largest region in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market in 2024. The regions covered in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket pertains to the secondary market where automotive parts are sourced to replace or repair bearings and clutch systems in vehicles. This market encompasses components produced and sold by entities other than the original equipment manufacturers.
Key product categories within the automotive bearing and clutch components aftermarket include wheel bearings, clutch actuators, components for clutch kits, transmission bearings, and differential bearings. Wheel bearings are critical elements within a vehicle's wheel assembly, facilitating smooth rotation with minimal friction. They provide support to the wheel and axle, ensuring stable and efficient motion. These components find application across various vehicle types, including vans, minivans, pickup trucks, trucks, buses, three-wheelers, and others. Distribution channels include authorized dealerships, automotive parts retailers, online platforms, auto repair shops, as well as distributors and wholesalers.
The automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market statistics, including the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket industry's global market size, regional shares, competitors with an automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market share, detailed automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket industry. This automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
The automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market consists of sales of lubricants and greases, pilot bearings, clutch master cylinders, and friction plates. 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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The automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.24 billion in 2024 to $5.55 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased availability and variety of aftermarket parts, the expansion of the global automotive industry, cost-effective manufacturing, maintaining older vehicles to save money, and the growing need to reduce worn or damaged parts.
The automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.91 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to frequent replacement of wear-and-tear parts, changes in emissions regulations or safety standards, commercial vehicle boom, the efficiency and reach of aftermarket distribution channels, and changes in vehicle maintenance intervals or practices. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for electric vehicles, technological advancements, a shift towards online sales channels, a focus on performance and efficiency, and the rise of hybrid vehicles.
Increasing rates of vehicle ownership are set to drive growth in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market. Vehicle ownership denotes the legal possession and control of vehicles by individuals or entities. The surge in vehicle adoption is spurred by heightened urbanization, improved economic conditions, and advancements in automotive engineering technology. Aftermarket automotive bearing and clutch components are utilized in vehicles to replace worn-out parts, enhance performance, and prolong lifespan, providing cost-effective maintenance solutions for drivers and mechanics alike. For example, in November 2023, according to Statistics Canada, the total number of registered road motor vehicles in Canada reached 26.3 million in 2022, marking a slight 0.3% increase from the previous year. Electric vehicles accounted for 3% of light-duty vehicle registrations in 2022, up from 2.3% in 2021. Hence, the rising ownership rates are stimulating growth in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market.
Leading firms in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket are concentrating on innovating products such as performance grease to offer superior lubrication and reduce friction. Performance grease is specially formulated for high-stress applications, minimizing friction, wear, and corrosion while extending the longevity of mechanical parts. For instance, in March 2022, Apec Automotive, a US-based company specializing in braking systems, introduced a new line of wheel bearing kits that provide comprehensive solutions with sealed-for-life design and high-performance grease for durability and optimal functionality. Each kit includes essential accessories such as nuts, bolts, and circlips, offering a complete and convenient solution.
In February 2024, The Wharton Automotive Group, a US-based automotive services firm, acquired Competition Clutch Inc. to enhance its product range and market share in the automotive aftermarket. This acquisition integrates Competition Clutch's specialized products and technologies, as they are renowned for high-performance automotive clutches.
Major companies operating in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market are ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd., Eaton Corporation plc, Valeo Clutch Private Limited, Schaeffler AG, Marelli Holdings SpA, BorgWarner Inc., JTEKT Corporation, Svenska Kullagerfabriken group, Nippon Seikō Kabushiki-gaisha (NSK) Ltd., Federal-Mogul Motorparts Ltd., New Technology Network (NTN) Corporation, Timken India Limited, RBC Bearings Inc., ILJIN Holdings Co. Ltd., Mahle GmbH, Nachi America Inc., Luoyang LYC Bearing Co. Ltd., Fábricas Europeo de Rodamientos SA (FERSA), ACDelco, C&U Americas Group.
North America was the largest region in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market in 2024. The regions covered in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket pertains to the secondary market where automotive parts are sourced to replace or repair bearings and clutch systems in vehicles. This market encompasses components produced and sold by entities other than the original equipment manufacturers.
Key product categories within the automotive bearing and clutch components aftermarket include wheel bearings, clutch actuators, components for clutch kits, transmission bearings, and differential bearings. Wheel bearings are critical elements within a vehicle's wheel assembly, facilitating smooth rotation with minimal friction. They provide support to the wheel and axle, ensuring stable and efficient motion. These components find application across various vehicle types, including vans, minivans, pickup trucks, trucks, buses, three-wheelers, and others. Distribution channels include authorized dealerships, automotive parts retailers, online platforms, auto repair shops, as well as distributors and wholesalers.
The automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market statistics, including the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket industry's global market size, regional shares, competitors with an automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market share, detailed automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket industry. This automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
The automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market consists of sales of lubricants and greases, pilot bearings, clutch master cylinders, and friction plates. 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.
This product will be delivered within 3-5 business days.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary2. Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market Characteristics3. Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market Trends and Strategies4. Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including the Impact of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, and the Recovery from COVID-19 on the Market32. Global Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market Competitive Benchmarking and Dashboard33. Key Mergers and Acquisitions in the Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market34. Recent Developments in the Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
5. Global Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Growth Analysis and Strategic Analysis Framework
6. Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market Segmentation
7. Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market Regional and Country Analysis
8. Asia-Pacific Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
9. China Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
10. India Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
11. Japan Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
12. Australia Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
13. Indonesia Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
14. South Korea Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
15. Western Europe Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
16. UK Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
17. Germany Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
18. France Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
19. Italy Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
20. Spain Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
21. Eastern Europe Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
22. Russia Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
23. North America Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
24. USA Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
25. Canada Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
26. South America Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
27. Brazil Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
28. Middle East Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
29. Africa Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market
30. Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
31. Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
35. Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
36. Appendix
Executive Summary
Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket ? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The automotive bearing and clutch component aftermarket market global report answers all these questions and many more.The 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 market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include: the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Product Type: Wheel Bearing; Clutch Actuators; Clutch Kit Components; Transmission Bearings; Differential Bearings2) By Vehicle Type: Vans; Minivans; Pickup Trucks; Trucks; Busses; Three-Wheelers; Other Vehicle Types
3) By Sales Channel: Authorized Dealerships; Automotive Parts Retailers; Online Retail; Auto Repair Shops; Distributors and Wholesalers
Subsegments:
1) By Wheel Bearing: Front Wheel Bearings; Rear Wheel Bearings; Hub Assemblies2) By Clutch Actuators: Hydraulic Clutch Actuators; Electric Clutch Actuators
3) By Clutch Kit Components: Clutch Discs; Clutch Pressure Plates; Clutch Release Bearings; Flywheels
4) By Transmission Bearings: Input Shaft Bearings; Output Shaft Bearings; Bearing Kits
5) By Differential Bearings: Pinion Bearings; Carrier Bearings; Side Bearings
Key Companies Mentioned: ZF Friedrichshafen AG; Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd.; Eaton Corporation plc; Valeo Clutch Private Limited; Schaeffler AG
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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Companies Mentioned
The major companies featured in this Automotive Bearing and Clutch Component Aftermarket market report include:- ZF Friedrichshafen AG
- Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd.
- Eaton Corporation plc
- Valeo Clutch Private Limited
- Schaeffler AG
- Marelli Holdings SpA
- BorgWarner Inc.
- JTEKT Corporation
- Svenska Kullagerfabriken group
- Nippon Seikō Kabushiki-gaisha (NSK) Ltd.
- Federal-Mogul Motorparts Ltd.
- New Technology Network (NTN) Corporation
- Timken India Limited
- RBC Bearings Inc.
- ILJIN Holdings Co. Ltd.
- Mahle GmbH
- Nachi America Inc.
- Luoyang LYC Bearing Co. Ltd.
- Fábricas Europeo de Rodamientos SA (FERSA)
- ACDelco
- C&U Americas Group
Table Information
Report Attribute | Details |
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No. of Pages | 200 |
Published | April 2025 |
Forecast Period | 2025 - 2029 |
Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 5.55 Billion |
Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 6.91 Billion |
Compound Annual Growth Rate | 5.6% |
Regions Covered | Global |
No. of Companies Mentioned | 21 |