Automotive Casting Market Report 2025

The automotive casting market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $101.51 billion in 2024 to $107.97 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the historic period was driven by increasing automotive production, rising demand for passenger cars, a growing preference for lightweight vehicles, increased demand for enhanced surface finishes, and a heightened focus on automation.

The automotive casting market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $137.3 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing demand for electric vehicles, the rising adoption of innovative die-casting solutions, improvements in the precision and reliability of die-cast components, the adoption of advanced manufacturing techniques, and the growing need for cast components. Major trends expected during this period include the integration of computer-aided engineering, advancements in casting technology, the incorporation of hybrid metal-composite materials, the development of new alloys, and innovations in squeeze casting.

The growth of the automotive casting market is expected to be driven by the increase in vehicle production. Vehicle production involves the manufacturing of automobiles through assembly and fabrication processes, which include passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and electric vehicles. The rise in vehicle production is primarily due to the growing global demand, advancements in manufacturing technology, and supportive government policies. As economies develop and consumer purchasing power improves, there is a greater demand for both personal and commercial vehicles, resulting in increased production. Automotive casting is integral to vehicle production, as it facilitates the mass manufacturing of high-strength, lightweight, and precision-engineered components essential for engine performance, structural integrity, and overall vehicle efficiency. For example, in 2023, the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA) reported that the global automotive sector experienced significant growth, with total vehicle production reaching 93.55 million units, an increase from 85.02 million units in 2022. As such, the rise in vehicle production is fueling the growth of the automotive casting market.

Key companies in the automotive casting market are focusing on the development of innovative technologies, such as die-casting systems, to reduce manufacturing costs, improve efficiency, and produce lighter vehicle parts. Die-casting is a manufacturing process where molten metal is injected into a mold under high pressure to create intricate, high-precision components, often using non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, zinc, and magnesium. For example, in June 2023, Buhler Holding AG, a Switzerland-based plant equipment manufacturer, introduced its Carat 840 mega-casting solution to European customers. This advanced die-casting system is designed to produce large, high-strength structural components, particularly for the automotive industry. The system offers high precision, efficiency, and scalability, allowing manufacturers to produce complex aluminum parts in a single casting process, which reduces assembly requirements and improves vehicle performance.

In November 2023, General Motors Company, a U.S.-based automotive manufacturer, acquired Tooling and Equipment International for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition was aimed at strengthening General Motors' giga-casting capabilities, improving prototype and low-volume aluminum casting production, and speeding up the development of large, lightweight structural components for electric vehicles (EVs). Tooling and Equipment International is a U.S.-based company that specializes in manufacturing aluminum castings for the automotive industry.

Major players in the automotive casting market are Rheinmetall Automotive AG, Linamar Corporation, Nemak S.A.B. de C.V., Bühler AG, Sundaram-Clayton Limited, Rockman Industries Limited, Dynacast International Inc., Endurance Technologies Limited, Ahresty Corporation, Teksid S.p.A., Pace Industries LLC, Impro Industries USA Inc., Metal Technologies Inc., Ryobi Die Casting (USA) Inc., Gibbs Die Casting Corporation, Atek Metal Technologies LLC, Chicago White Metal Casting Inc., Cadillac Casting Inc., Aisin Automotive Casting LLC, Georg Fischer Automotive.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive casting market in 2024. The regions covered in automotive casting report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the automotive casting market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Automotive casting is a manufacturing process in which molten metal is poured into a mold to create vehicle components. This method enables the production of complex, durable parts with precise shapes, making it a cost-effective solution for mass production. Automotive casting is extensively used to manufacture engine blocks, cylinder heads, suspension components, and other essential parts.

The primary types of materials used in automotive casting include iron, steel, aluminum, and others. Iron is a strong and durable metal commonly utilized for components requiring high strength and wear resistance. It is widely applied in industrial settings where toughness and heat resistance are essential. The key casting processes include sand casting, die casting, investment casting, and others, which are employed in applications such as engines, transmissions, suspensions, brakes, and wheels. These components are distributed through various channels, including original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the aftermarket.

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The automotive casting market consists of sales of engine blocks, transmission housings, suspension parts, and structural vehicle components. 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 and 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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