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Brake Fluids - Market Share Analysis, IndUnited Statestry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

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  • 120 Pages
  • April 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Mordor Intelligence
  • ID: 5318590
The Brake Fluids Market size is estimated at 1.24 billion liters in 2025, and is expected to reach 1.51 billion liters by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.05% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The brake fluids market faced significant challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Global lockdowns and stringent government regulations led to widespread shutdowns of production hubs. However, the market rebounded in 2021 and is projected to grow substantially in the years ahead.

Key Highlights

  • Over the short term, increasing adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles and surging vehicle population are the major factors driving the demand for the market studied.
  • However, stringent safety standards associated with United Statesing brake fluids are expected to hinder the market's growth.
  • Nevertheless, technological advancements in the automobile systems are expected to create new opportunities for the market studied.
  • Asia-Pacific is expected to dominate the market, with most of demand coming from China and India.

Brake Fluids Market Trends

Light Commercial Vehicles to Dominate the Market

  • In Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) like vans, trucks, and bUnited Stateses, brake fluid ensures safe and reliable stopping power. These vehicles, often handling heavy payloads and facing diverse driving conditions, depend on a robUnited Statest braking system. The significance of brake fluid in this system is paramount.
  • Rising demand for brake fluids includes a growing appetite for lightweight, high-performance cars in emerging markets, the establishment of new automotive hubs, and an uptick in disposable income.
  • In 2023, global new vehicle sales saw a robUnited Statest growth of 11.9% over 2022, totaling over 92.7 million units, as reported by the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles (OICA). Specifically, new commercial vehicle registrations worldwide rose to 27.5 million units in 2023, marking a notable 13.3% increase from the 24.2 million units recorded in 2022.
  • Additionally, light commercial vehicle production climbed to 21.44 million units in 2023, marking a 9% rise from the previoUnited States year, according to OICA data, further fueling the market's growth.
  • The countries in the Asia-Oceania region are strategically positioning themselves as the emerging automotive hub in the global market. The Asia-Oceania region registered the largest number of vehicles compared to other regions. Registration in this region is dominated mainly by China, Japan, South Korea, and India. In 2023, the region witnessed a 10.9% increase in new commercial vehicle sales compared to 2022, with 7.96 million units registered in 2023, compared to 7.17 million units in 2022.
  • However, in India, commercial vehicle (CV) sales are projected to dip in the financial year 2024-25 (FY25) after a modest 2-5% growth in FY24. The data from ICRA (Investment Information and Credit Rating Agency of India Limited) forecasts a 4-7% decline in FY25.
  • North America's motor vehicle production in 2023 hit 19.14 million units, a 7.8% increase from 2022's 17.75 million units, according to OICA. Light commercial vehicles constituted a significant portion, rising from 12.24 million units in 2022 to 13.30 million units in 2023.
  • Data from the Federal Motor Transport Authority indicates that Germany's motor vehicle count reached 53.50 million in 2023, up from 53.05 million in 2022. Furthermore, the Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt highlighted that car registrations in Germany saw a slight uptick, with 48.76 million in 2023 compared to 48.54 million the previoUnited States year.
  • According to OICA, Germany registered over 359 thoUnited Statesand commercial vehicles in 2023, up from 312 thoUnited Statesand units the previoUnited States year.
  • OICA data reveals that Brazil's light commercial vehicle production hit 422 thoUnited Statesand units in 2023, marking a 20% increase from the prior year. South Africa also saw a boost, with production reaching 263 thoUnited Statesand units in 2023, a 22% rise from the previoUnited States year, bolstering the market's growth.
  • Given these dynamics, the demand for brake fluids is poised for growth in the coming years.


Asia-Pacific to Dominate the Market

  • The Asia-Pacific region is expected to account for the largest brake fluid market due to the presence of leading automobile producers such as China, India, Japan, and South Korea. These countries are working hard to strengthen the manufacturing base for vehicles and develop efficient supply chains for greater profitability.
  • China's automotive indUnited Statestry stands out as the leading consumer of lubricants, reflecting its robUnited Statest vehicle fleet growth and technological advancements. In 2023, both automobile sales and production in China reached a milestone, hitting 30 million units each, marking a double-digit increase from the previoUnited States year, as per the data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM).
  • As per the data from OICA, China led in the production of light commercial vehicles in 2023, churning out approximately 2.30 million vehicles, with Thailand trailing at 1.26 million.
  • In India, data from the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) indicates that from January to March 2024, the production of passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, three-wheelers, two-wheelers, and quadricycle reached 7.39 million units. Specifically, sales for passenger and commercial vehicles were 1.14 million units and 268 thoUnited Statesand units, respectively.
  • South Korea boasts a mature automotive indUnited Statestry with notable brands like Hyundai, Renault, Samsung, and Kia. Projections from the Automobile Manufacturers Association and The Korea Automobile Research Institute anticipate a 1.0% rise in domestic automobile production for 2024, reaching 4.36 million units. This growth is expected to drive demand in the studied market.
  • OICA data shows that in 2023, vehicle sales in the country reached 1.74 million units, up over 3% from 2022. Passenger vehicle sales climbed 4.8% to 1.4 million units, but commercial vehicles saw a slight dip, selling 0.26 million units, down 1.1% from the previoUnited States year.
  • Further, OICA reports that Japan's vehicle sales in 2023 touched 4.7 million units, marking a 13% uptick from 2022. Breaking it down, passenger vehicle sales rose over 15% to 3.9 million units, while commercial vehicles saw a modest 4% increase, totaling 0.78 million units.
  • Given these dynamics, the demand for brake fluids in the Asia-Pacific is set to rise.


Brake Fluids IndUnited Statestry Overview

The global brake fluids market is partially fragmented in nature. The major players (not in any particular order) include TotalEnergies SE, Robert Bosch LLC, CASTROL LIMITED, Exxon Mobil Corporation, and BASF SE.

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Table of Contents

1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions
1.2 Scope of the Study
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Drivers
4.1.1 Increasing Adoption of Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
4.1.2 Surging Vehicle Population to Drive the Demand for Brake Fluids
4.1.3 Other Drivers
4.2 Restraints
4.2.1 Stringent Safety Standard Associated With the United Statese of Braking Fluids
4.2.2 Other Restraints
4.3 IndUnited Statestry Value Chain Analysis
4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products and Services
4.4.5 Degree of Competition
5 MARKET SEGMENTATION (Market Size in Volume)
5.1 By Fluid Type
5.1.1 Petroleum
5.1.2 Non-petroleum
5.2 By Product Type
5.2.1 DOT 3
5.2.2 DOT 4
5.2.3 DOT 5
5.2.4 DOT 5.1
5.3 By Application
5.3.1 Light Commercial Vehicles
5.3.2 Passenger Cars
5.3.3 Other Applications
5.4 By Geography
5.4.1 Asia-Pacific
5.4.1.1 China
5.4.1.2 India
5.4.1.3 Japan
5.4.1.4 South Korea
5.4.1.5 Malaysia
5.4.1.6 Thailand
5.4.1.7 Indonesia
5.4.1.8 Vietnam
5.4.1.9 Rest of Asia-Pacific
5.4.2 North America
5.4.2.1 United States
5.4.2.2 Canada
5.4.2.3 Mexico
5.4.3 Europe
5.4.3.1 Germany
5.4.3.2 United Kingdom
5.4.3.3 France
5.4.3.4 Italy
5.4.3.5 Spain
5.4.3.6 NORDIC Countries
5.4.3.7 Turkey
5.4.3.8 Russia
5.4.3.9 Rest of Europe
5.4.4 South America
5.4.4.1 Brazil
5.4.4.2 Argentina
5.4.4.3 Colombia
5.4.4.4 Rest of South America
5.4.5 Middle East and Africa
5.4.5.1 Saudi Arabia
5.4.5.2 Qatar
5.4.5.3 United Arab Emirates
5.4.5.4 Nigeria
5.4.5.5 Egypt
5.4.5.6 South Africa
5.4.5.7 Rest of Middle East and Africa
6 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Mergers and Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Agreements
6.2 Market Share Analysis (%)**/Ranking Analysis
6.3 Strategies Adopted by Leading Players
6.4 Company Profiles
6.4.1 BASF SE
6.4.2 CASTROL LIMITED
6.4.3 Chevron Corporation
6.4.4 China Petrochemical Corporation (SINOPEC)
6.4.5 Dow
6.4.6 Exxon Mobil Corporation
6.4.7 FUCHS
6.4.8 Hi-Tec Oils Pty Ltd
6.4.9 Morris Lubricants
6.4.10 Motul
6.4.11 Repsol
6.4.12 Robert Bosch LLC
6.4.13 TotalEnergies SE
6.4.14 Valvoline
7 MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
7.1 Technological Advancements in the Automotive Systems
7.2 Other Opportunities

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • BASF SE
  • CASTROL LIMITED
  • Chevron Corporation
  • China Petrochemical Corporation (SINOPEC)
  • Dow
  • Exxon Mobil Corporation
  • FUCHS
  • Hi-Tec Oils Pty Ltd
  • Morris Lubricants
  • Motul
  • Repsol
  • Robert Bosch LLC
  • TotalEnergies SE
  • Valvoline

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