Spark Plug Market Insights, 2030
The global spark plug market was valued at USD 3.2 billion in 2020, and is projected to reach USD 5.1 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.1% from 2021 to 2030. The growth of global spark plug market is propelling, due to increase in demand for fuel efficient vehicles, introduction of stringent norms regarding carbon emissions, surge in demand for passenger vehicles in developing nations, and rise in demand from marine sector for leisure boats & personal watercraft. However, growth in adoption of electric vehicles and engine downsizing to reduce weight of vehicles are the factors restraining the growth of the market. Furthermore, increase in adoption of natural gas-powered vehicles and technological advancements are expected to offer growth opportunities during the forecast period.
Key Market Insights
- Growth in Cold Spark Plug Segment
Increasing preference for cold spark plugs in high-performance engines is driving segment growth.- Iridium Material in High Demand
Iridium spark plugs are gaining traction due to their long lifespan and superior ignition efficiency.- Marine Sector Fueling Demand
Rise in leisure boats and stricter marine emission norms are boosting spark plug usage.- Aftermarket Sales Channel Expands
Growing vehicle maintenance needs and part replacements are driving aftermarket segment growth.- Europe Leads with Strongest CAGR
Strict emission regulations and emphasis on clean transport fuel market expansion in the region.- Emission Norms Accelerate Adoption
Global standards like Euro 6 and IMO rules increase demand for efficient spark plug technologies.- Fuel Efficiency a Key Driver
Rising focus on improving vehicle efficiency supports development of advanced spark plugs.Market Size & Forecast
- 2030 Projected Market Size: USD 5.1 billion
- 2020 Market Size: USD 3.2 billion
- Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) (2021-2030): 5.1%
Introduction
Spark plug is equipped into the cylinder head of an internal combustion engine for ignition of air-fuel mixture and removal of heat from combustion chamber. A spark plug carries two electrodes separated by an air gap and is utilized to form a spark for igniting air fuel mixture. A good spark plug results in smooth start of engine along with improved fuel economy. Moreover, a spark plug can be made up of copper, iridium, platinum, and nickel.
Market Segment
The spark plug market is segmented on the basis of type, electrode material, end-use, sales channel, and region. Based on type, it is divided into hot spark plug and cold spark plug. According to electrode material, it is classified into copper, platinum, iridium, and others. Depending on end-use, it is fragmented into automotive, marine, and others. As per the sales channel, it is fragmented into original equipment manufacturer and aftermarket. Region wise, it is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.
What are the Top Impacting Factors
Key Market Driver
Rise in demand for fuel-efficient vehicles
Several regulations are introduced that require automobile manufacturers to improve fuel efficiency and reduce harmful emissions caused by automobiles. Automakers focus toward manufacturing of automotive components with emission norms to provide higher fuel efficiency, which, in turn, is expected to increase the demand for spark plug. Hence, rise in demand for fuel-efficient vehicles drive the growth of the spark plug industry.
Introduction of stringent norms regarding carbon emissions
Spark plug is utilized for igniting air-fuel mixture in combustion chamber of engine. It provides smooth ignition and aids in reducing emission. Several regulations are introduced by countries across the globe to contain carbon emissions. Euro6 is introduced to reduce several different pollutants, such as carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, and nitrogen oxides. Euro6 norms introduced new CO2 emissions targets for passenger cars that is 95g/km of CO2, and light-commercial vehicle standards remain at 147 g/km of CO2 for 2020. In addition, the permitted level of nitrogen oxide emission is 80mg/km for diesel cars and permitted level of nitrogen oxide emission is 60mg/km for petrol cars. Hence, introduction of stringent norms regarding carbon emission is one of the factors that is expected to contribute toward the growth of market.
Increase in demand for leisure boats & personal watercraft from the marine sector
Recently, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) issued regulations for sulfur emissions from ships & vessel, resulting in integration of advanced components for reducing the emission produced by vessels. Moreover, increase in demand for recreational boats & jet skis from marine sector has also created increased demand for spark plugs. Hence, increase in demand for leisure boats & personal watercraft from marine sector drives the growth of the market.
Which are the Top Spark Plug companies
The following are the leading companies in the market. These players have adopted various strategies to increase their market penetration and strengthen their position in the spark plug industry.
Denso Corporation
E3 Spark Plugs
Ford Motor Company (Motorcraft)
General Motors Company (AcDelco Corporation)
Marelli Holdings Co., Ltd.
NGK Spark Plug Co., Ltd.
Robert Bosch GmbH
Tenneco Inc.
Valeo S.A.
Weichai Power Co., Ltd.
Key Benefits for Stakeholders
This report provides a quantitative analysis of the market segments, current trends, estimations, and dynamics of the spark plug market analysis from 2020 to 2030 to identify the prevailing spark plug market opportunities.
The market research is offered along with information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities.
Porter's five forces analysis highlights the potency of buyers and suppliers to enable stakeholders make profit-oriented business decisions and strengthen their supplier-buyer network.
In-depth analysis of the spark plug industry segmentation assists to determine the prevailing market opportunities.
Major countries in each region are mapped according to their revenue contribution to the global market.
Market player positioning facilitates benchmarking and provides a clear understanding of the present position of the market players.
The report includes the analysis of the regional as well as global spark plug market trends, key players, market segments, application areas, and market growth strategies.
Spark Plug Market Report Highlights
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 Key Market Players | Tenneco Inc., General Motors Company, Valeo S.A., Denso Corporation, NGK Spark Plug Co., Ltd., Marelli Holdings Co., Ltd., Weichai Power Co., Ltd., Ford Motor Company, Robert Bosch GmbH, E3 Spark Plugs |
Analyst Review
Growth of the spark plug market is propelled by factors such as rise in demand for fuel efficient vehicles and growth in modernization of passenger vehicles. There is increase in focus on development of advanced spark plugs to improve fuel efficiency of vehicles. Manufacturers introduce emission norms compliant spark plugs, which enhance ignition ability as well as fuel efficiency of vehicles. For instance, in February 2020, NGK Spark Plug India introduced new range of BS-6 Ready and BS-6 compliant spark plugs for gasoline vehicles.
Several developments have been carried out by key players operating in the spark plug market industry. In September 2020, Bosch introduced new EVO spark plug. The first release of EVO spark plugs was launched for modern gasoline direct injection engines of Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Moreover, in April 2020, NGK Spark Plug Co., Ltd. introduced five new spark plugs, such as SILZKFR8F7S, SILKGR9A7ES, ILFER7C8EG, DIFR5C, and SILKAR8D6 to extend its aftermarket offerings.
Rise in demand for spark plug from developing countries, such as Asia-Pacific coupled with increase in sales of commercial vehicles as a result of growth in e-commerce activities is expected to supplement the market growth. Collaborations and acquisitions are expected to enable the leading players to enhance their product portfolios and expand into different regions.
The global spark plug industry was valued $3.2 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach $5.1 billion in 2030, registering a CAGR of 5.1%.
Asia-Pacific is the largest regional market for spark plug.
The automotive segment accounts for a major share of the spark plug market.
Some top companies in the spark plug market include Denso Corporation, E3 Spark Plugs, Ford Motor Company, General Motors Company, Marelli Holdings Co., Ltd., NGK Spark Plug Co., Ltd., Robert Bosch GmbH, Tenneco Inc., Valeo S.A., and Weichai Power Co., Ltd.
In May 2020, Tenneco Inc. launched spark plugs specially designed for industrial gas engines. The new GOETZE industrial spark plug are designated as G-6001, G-6002, G-6003, and G-6004. In April 2020, NGK Spark Plug introduced five new spark plugs such as SILZKFR8F7S, SILKGR9A7ES, ILFER7C8EG, DIFR5C, and SILKAR8D6 to extend its aftermarket offerings.
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