Automotive Rigid Steering Columns Market Report 2026

The automotive rigid steering columns market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.29 billion in 2025 to $7.68 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to commercial vehicle production, demand for durable components, cost sensitivity in steering systems, mechanical steering adoption.

The automotive rigid steering columns market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.37 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of logistics fleets, demand in developing regions, cost-optimized vehicle design, gradual electrification adaptation. Major trends in the forecast period include demand for cost-efficient steering solutions, continued use in commercial vehicles, growth in durable steering designs, adoption in emerging markets, focus on long-term reliability.

The increasing adoption of electric and autonomous vehicles is expected to propel the growth of the automotive rigid steering columns market going forward. Electric and autonomous vehicles are those that run on electric power and use advanced technology to operate without human input. Electric and autonomous vehicles are rising due to environmental concerns, as cleaner transport helps cut emissions and address climate change. Automotive rigid steering columns support electric and autonomous vehicles by providing a compact, durable, and stable steering interface that simplifies integration with electronic control systems. For instance, in December 2024, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a US-based government agency, there will be 4.5 million self-driving vehicles on U.S. roads by 2030. Furthermore, in January 2024, according to Kelley Blue Book, a US-based Cox Automotive company, in 2023, electric vehicles (EVs) accounted for 7.6% of the total U.S. vehicle market, marking a significant increase from 5.9% in 2022. Therefore, increasing adoption of electric and autonomous vehicles is driving the growth of the automotive rigid steering columns market.

Rising urbanisation is expected to drive the growth of the automotive rigid steering columns market in the coming years. Urbanisation describes the increasing shift of populations from rural regions to urban centres, resulting in the expansion of cities. This growth in urbanisation is largely driven by improved employment opportunities, as cities provide a wider range of jobs that attract people from rural areas. Automotive rigid steering columns support urbanisation by enabling the manufacture of robust and dependable vehicles that enhance mobility in expanding cities, helping commuters travel efficiently as urban areas continue to grow. For instance, in April 2025, according to a report published by the US Census Bureau, a US-based government organisation, the population living in the nation’s 387 metropolitan areas increased by nearly 3.2 million people (1.1%) between 2023 and 2024, slightly exceeding overall US population growth during the same period (1%). Therefore, increasing urbanisation is driving the growth of the automotive rigid steering columns market.

The rising adoption of ADAS is expected to fuel the growth of the automotive rigid steering columns market going forward. Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are electronic technologies designed to support drivers during driving and parking, improving safety and convenience. The growth of ADAS adoption is driven by heightened safety concerns, as these systems help reduce human error and significantly improve road safety for both drivers and pedestrians. Automotive rigid steering columns enable effective ADAS performance by offering a stable, vibration-resistant structure that maintains precise sensor alignment and delivers reliable steering input for advanced safety features. For instance, in January 2025, according to a report published by MITRE Corporation, a US-based organisation, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimated that 2.38 million people were injured in traffic crashes on United States roadways in 2022, while 40,990 fatalities were recorded in 2023. Advanced driver assistance systems in motor vehicles have the potential to reduce crashes, prevent severe injuries, and save thousands of lives each year. Therefore, the increasing adoption of ADAS is driving the growth of the automotive rigid steering columns market.

Major companies operating in the automotive rigid steering columns market report include ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Thyssenkrupp AG, Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd., Schaeffler Group, JTEKT Corporation, NSK Ltd., Mando Corporation, Leopold Kostal GmbH & Co. KG, Kongsberg Automotive, JLG Industries Inc., COBO Group, Yamada Manufacturing Co. Ltd., R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc., Pailton Engineering Ltd., IDIDIT LLC, Swaraj Automotive Pvt. Ltd., Rane Holdings Limited, Coram Srl, Godrej Enterprises, Namyang Nexmo Co. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the automotive rigid steering columns market in 2025. The regions covered in the automotive rigid steering columns 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 rigid steering columns market report include Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The automotive rigid steering columns market consists of sales of manual rigid steering columns, energy-absorbing rigid steering columns, and collapsible rigid steering columns. 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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