Automotive Camshaft Market Report 2026

The automotive camshaft market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $3.46 billion in 2025 to $3.59 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to ic engine dominance, automotive mass production, casting and forging advancements, fuel efficiency regulations, passenger vehicle growth.

The automotive camshaft market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.12 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to engine downsizing trends, hybrid vehicle integration, demand for precision engine components, aftermarket performance demand, advanced manufacturing adoption. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of variable valve timing systems, shift toward lightweight camshafts, growth of turbocharged engines, demand for high-precision machining, expansion of aftermarket performance parts.

The growing vehicle production is expected to drive the expansion of the automotive camshaft market in the coming years. Vehicle production refers to the total number of motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, and commercial vehicles, manufactured within a specific period and made ready for sale or use. The increase in vehicle production is fueled by advancements in automotive technology, such as electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous driving, and enhanced fuel efficiency, which boost consumer appeal and motivate manufacturers to increase output. A camshaft is a vital engine component that controls the timing and operation of engine valves, thereby ensuring efficient combustion and optimal power delivery. For example, in July 2024, according to the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, a US-based government agency, total vehicle output increased from 10.92 million units in the first quarter of 2024 to 11.3 million units in the second quarter. Therefore, the rise in vehicle production is contributing to the growth of the automotive camshaft market.

Leading companies in the automotive camshaft market are concentrating on integrating advanced technologies, such as camshaft position sensors, to maintain competitiveness while enhancing vehicle performance, efficiency, and reliability. Camshaft position sensors are sophisticated devices crucial for monitoring the camshaft's position and rotational speed, critical factors for optimal engine timing, performance, and fuel efficiency. For instance, Standard Motor Products, Inc., a U.S.-based manufacturer of automotive parts, recently expanded its lineup of camshaft and crankshaft position sensors to encompass both import and domestic vehicles. These sensors are essential as they precisely measure the position and speed of the camshaft and crankshaft in real-time, ensuring accurate timing crucial for engine performance, fuel efficiency, and emissions control.

In January 2024, Melling Engine Parts, a U.S.-based provider of automotive components, acquired Qualcast LLC to enhance its product portfolio, strengthen market presence, and capitalize on synergies in the automotive components sector. Qualcast LLC specializes in manufacturing engine components such as camshafts for the automotive industry and is based in the United States.

Major companies operating in the automotive camshaft market report include ThyssenKrupp AG, Mahle GmbH, Sandvik AB, Linamar Corporation, Hirschvogel Holding GmbH, Standard Motor Products Inc., Piper RS Ltd, Riken Corporation, Melling Engine Parts, Musashi Seimitsu Industry Co. Ltd., Schrick, Aichi Forge USA Inc, Engine Power Components Inc., Crower Cams & Equipment Co., Inc., LACO Camshafts, Camshaft Machine Company, Howards Cams, Seojin Cam Co. Ltd., Newman Cams, ESTAS Camshaft & Chilled Cast, Shadbolt Cams, Nilax Overseas, Comp Performance Group.

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

The automotive camshaft market consists of sales of ductile iron camshafts, composite camshafts, and hollow camshafts. 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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