Truck Rack Market Report 2026

The truck rack market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.42 billion in 2025 to $1.51 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in commercial pickup truck usage, expansion of construction and service fleets, increasing demand for cargo organization solutions, rising aftermarket vehicle accessory sales, availability of durable rack materials.

The truck rack market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.02 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of electric pickup trucks, rising demand for lightweight cargo solutions, expansion of mobile service businesses, growing focus on ergonomic cargo handling, increasing customization trends in commercial vehicles. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for modular truck rack designs, rising adoption of lightweight aluminum racks, growing customization for trade applications, expansion of aftermarket rack installations, enhanced focus on load safety and durability.

The rising demand for light trucks is expected to drive growth in the truck rack market. Light trucks - vehicles with a gross weight of up to 8,500 pounds (3,860 kg) and payload capacity of 4,000 pounds (1,815 kg) - are primary users of truck racks. As production and sales of light trucks increase, the need for truck racks grows correspondingly. For instance, in April 2023, the Alliance for Automotive Innovation reported that light trucks accounted for 79% of all US vehicle sales in March 2023, with total light vehicle production rising 6% month-over-month in February 2023 to 873,247 units (147,870 cars and 701,972 light trucks). Therefore, the rising demand for light trucks is driving the truck rack market.

Major players in the truck rack market are prioritizing the development of innovative technology-based products to enhance profitability. One such innovation is the flexible rack system, characterized by a rack that slides within a C-shaped channel mounted on the top of load box sidewalls and can be locked in various positions. In July 2023, Ford Motor Company introduced a unique flexible rack system for the next-generation Ford Ranger, comprising a sliding load rack and folding roof rack. This system allows for the secure support of items of different lengths, simplifying the transport of longer items. This innovative approach by Ford, exemplified in the next-generation Ranger, is expected to contribute to the company's growth.

In March 2024, Morgan Truck Body, a US-based producer of commercial truck bodies, acquired Transit Truck Bodies for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition improves Morgan's manufacturing capabilities in truck bodies and reinforces its dedication to offering innovative solutions to customers in the North American market. Transit Truck Bodies is a Canada-based firm focused on the production of truck bodies.

Major companies operating in the truck rack market report include Ford Motor Company, Holman Inc., The Shyft Group Inc., Thule Group AB, Werner Co., Clarus Corp., Adrian Steel Company, Yakima Inc., Lund International Holdings, Buyers Products Company, Penda Corporation, Westin Automotive Products Inc., Lynn Ladder & Scaffolding Co. Inc, DECKED, Topper Manufacturing Company Inc., Truxedo Inc., Highway Products Inc., Fabtech Industries Inc., Rack-It Inc., Surco Products Inc., Cruzber S.a.u., Malone Auto Racks, Spring Creek Manufacturing, Texas Truck Racks, Backrack Inc., Car Mate Mfg Co. Ltd.

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

The truck rack market consists of sales of ladder racks, utility racks, overhead racks, headache racks, and contractor racks. 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.

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