Torque Sensor Market Report 2026

The torque sensor market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $13.38 billion in 2025 to $15.66 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing deployment in automotive testing systems, early adoption of strain gauge torque sensors, growth in aerospace torque validation, rising use in industrial torque control, expansion of rotary sensor applications.

The torque sensor market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $28.46 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for high-precision non-contact torque sensors, development of advanced magnetoelastic technologies, growth of torque monitoring in ev drivetrains, expansion of smart factory torque diagnostics, rising adoption in medical and robotics torque applications. Major trends in the forecast period include expansion of smart mobility torque sensing, growth of intelligent manufacturing torque monitoring, rise of IoT-enabled torque measurement systems, adoption of cloud-based torque analytics, development of torque solutions for electrified powertrains.

The torque sensor market is expected to benefit from increased car sales. Torque sensors are integral to optimizing engine performance, enhancing safety and stability, improving fuel efficiency, and ensuring the efficient operation of various automotive systems. In the United States, for example, approximately 13.74 million cars and light trucks were sold in 2022, with projections estimating sales to reach 14.8 million in 2023, as reported by FinMasters in July 2023. The continuous rise in car sales is anticipated to propel the torque sensor market forward.

Leading companies in the torque sensor market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as next-generation torque sensors, to improve measurement accuracy, simplify integration, and address challenges in test bench and powertrain testing. Next-generation torque sensors are advanced devices that combine telemetry and flexible stator designs to deliver precise, real-time torque data for a wide range of applications, including electric vehicles. For example, in June 2024, Hottinger Brüel & Kjær (HBK), a Denmark-based technology company, introduced the T110/100 torque sensor, featuring integrated telemetry and a one-size-fits-all flexible stator. This sensor enables engineers to optimize powertrain testing, streamline measurement processes, and enhance testing efficiency for electric vehicle development.

In September 2024, Spectris plc, a UK-based instrumentation company, acquired Piezocryst Advanced Sensorics GmbH for €133.5 million ($146.04 million). This acquisition enhances Spectris's capabilities in the torque sensor market by integrating high-precision piezoelectric sensor technology, which is recognized for its durability and accuracy. This strategic move not only expands Spectris's market reach but also leverages its global sales network, enabling Piezocryst to penetrate new markets and foster innovation in torque measurement solutions. Piezocryst Advanced Sensorics GmbH is an Austria-based manufacturer specializing in piezoelectric sensors, including torque sensors.

Major companies operating in the torque sensor market are ABB Group, Applied Measurements Ltd., Crane Electronics Ltd., FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology Inc., Honeywell International Inc., Kistler Group, MagCanica Inc., Datum Electronics Limited, Hottinger Baldwin Messtechnik GmbH, PCB Piezotronics Inc., Interface Inc., TE Connectivity Ltd., Bota Systems, HITEC Sensor Solutions, Mountz Inc., S. Himmelstein & Company, Transense Technologies plc, ATI Industrial Automation Inc., HBK Benelux, Sensor Technology Ltd., Norbar Torque Tools Ltd., Magtrol SA, Scaime SAS, Lorenz Messtechnik GmbH, KTR Systems GmbH, Manner Sensortelemetrie GmbH, RDP Electronics Ltd.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have elevated the cost of imported metals, strain gauge components, semiconductors, and machining materials used in torque sensors, particularly from Asia-Pacific and European supply chains. Automotive, aerospace, industrial, and construction applications are seeing increased production costs and longer procurement cycles. However, tariffs are also encouraging reshoring, strengthening domestic manufacturing, and accelerating innovation in compact, high-accuracy torque sensing technologies that enhance long-term market competitiveness.

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A torque sensor is a transducer designed to convert mechanical torque into an electrical signal. There are two primary types of torque sensors - reaction torque sensors and rotary torque sensors. These sensors find applications in various industries, including automotive, motorsports, aerospace, rail, and construction. Some common applications of torque sensors include drag torque measurement, precision mechanics, screwing technology, and testing tools.

The two main types of torque sensors are reaction torque sensors, which convert a reaction torque measurement into an electrical signal, and rotary torque sensors, which are frequently utilized in automotive engine testing, drive train measurements, electric motor testing, and gearbox testing. In terms of technology, major types of torque sensors include surface acoustic wave (SAW), optical, and magnetoelastic torque sensors. The automotive, industrial, aerospace and defense, and healthcare industries are among the major sectors where torque sensors find significant applications.North America was the largest region in the torque sensor market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the torque sensor market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the torque sensor market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The torque sensor market consists of sales of reaction sensors, rotary sensors, and other torque sensors. 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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