Germany Automotive Lubricants Market Size
| Study Period | 2015 - 2026 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2020 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2024 - 2026 |
| Historical Data Period | 2015 - 2019 |
| CAGR (2024 - 2026) | 1.45 % |
| Market Concentration | High |
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Germany Automotive Lubricants Market Analysis
The Germany Automotive Lubricants Market size is estimated at 414.96 Million Liters in 2024, and is expected to reach 427.09 Million Liters by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 1.45% during the forecast period (2024-2026).
- Largest Segment by Vehicle Type - Passenger Vehicles : The passenger cars segment has the highest requirement for vehicle servicing in Germany. It holds the highest share of engine oil consumption in the passenger vehicles sector.
- Fastest Segment by Vehicle Type - Motorcycles : In Germany, the growing demand for motorcycles and mopeds post the COVID-19 outbreak is likely to boost the demand for motorcycle lubricants during the forecast period.
- Largest Segment by Product Type - Engine Oils : Engine oil is the leading product type, owing to its high volume requirements and low drain intervals. It is used in high-temperature and high-pressure applications.
- Fastest Segment by Product Type - Transmission & Gear Oils : The expected recovery in vehicle production and the growing demand for automatic transmission are likely to drive the demand for transmission oils during 2021-2026.
Germany Automotive Lubricants Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Germany Automotive Lubricants Market according to our research experts:
Largest Segment By Vehicle Type : <span style="font-family: 'regular_bold';color:#0e7db3;">Passenger Vehicles</span>
- Among all vehicle types, passenger vehicles accounted for about 82.04% of the total number of on-road vehicles in 2020, thus generating the highest demand for lubricants in Germany. In 2020, passenger vehicles accounted for 71.69% of the total lubricant volume consumption.
- Contrary to other vehicle types, the motorcycles segment recorded an increase of 33% in sales, even after the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020. A major surge in demand for scooters and mopeds was witnessed due to the heavy discounts on stage IV emission models since stage V emission level regulations were due in 2021.
- During the forecast period, motorcycles are likely to be the fastest-growing vehicle segment in terms of lubricant consumption, with a CAGR of about 4.26%. The increase in sales of scooters and mopeds is anticipated to support growth in motorcycle lubricant consumption levels during the forecast period.
Germany Automotive Lubricants Industry Overview
The Germany Automotive Lubricants Market is fairly consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 68.28%. The major players in this market are BP PLC (Castrol), FUCHS, LIQUI MOLY, Royal Dutch Shell Plc and TotalEnergies (sorted alphabetically).
Germany Automotive Lubricants Market Leaders
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BP PLC (Castrol)
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FUCHS
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LIQUI MOLY
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Royal Dutch Shell Plc
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TotalEnergies
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Germany Automotive Lubricants Market News
- January 2022: Effective April 1, ExxonMobil Corporation was organized along three business lines - ExxonMobil Upstream Company, ExxonMobil Product Solutions and ExxonMobil Low Carbon Solutions.
- July 2021: RAVENOL and ABT Sportsline initiated a technical collaboration to develop more advanced engine oil, gearbox, LSD oil, and brake oil. With ABT's engineering expertise, state-of-the-art lab, and manufacturing facilities, RAVENOL consistently leads the development of high-performance lubricants.
- June 2021: TotalEnergies and Stellantis group renewed their partnership for cooperation across different segments. Along with the renewal of partnerships with Peugeot, Citroën, and DS Automobiles, the new collaboration extends to Opel, and Vauxhall as well. This partnership includes the development and innovation of lubricants, first-fill in Stellantis group vehicles, recommendation of Quartz lubricants, and shared usage of charging stations operated by TotalEnergies, among others.
Germany Automotive Lubricants Market Report - Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary & Key Findings
2. Introduction
- 2.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
- 2.2 Scope of the Study
- 2.3 Research Methodology
3. Key Industry Trends
- 3.1 Automotive Industry Trends
- 3.2 Regulatory Framework
- 3.3 Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis
4. Market Segmentation
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4.1 By Vehicle Type
- 4.1.1 Commercial Vehicles
- 4.1.2 Motorcycles
- 4.1.3 Passenger Vehicles
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4.2 By Product Type
- 4.2.1 Engine Oils
- 4.2.2 Greases
- 4.2.3 Hydraulic Fluids
- 4.2.4 Transmission & Gear Oils
5. Competitive Landscape
- 5.1 Key Strategic Moves
- 5.2 Market Share Analysis
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5.3 Company Profiles
- 5.3.1 ADDINOL
- 5.3.2 AVISTA OIL
- 5.3.3 BP PLC (Castrol)
- 5.3.4 CHEVRON CORPORATION
- 5.3.5 ExxonMobil Corporation
- 5.3.6 Finke Mineralölwerk GmbH
- 5.3.7 FUCHS
- 5.3.8 LIQUI MOLY
- 5.3.9 Motul
- 5.3.10 PETRONAS LUBRICANTS INTERNATIONAL
- 5.3.11 Ravensberger Schmierstoffvertrieb GmbH
- 5.3.12 ROWE MINERALÖLWERK GMBH
- 5.3.13 Royal Dutch Shell Plc
- 5.3.14 SCT Lubricants
- 5.3.15 TotalEnergies
- *List Not Exhaustive
6. Appendix
- 6.1 Appendix-1 References
- 6.2 Appendix-2 List of Tables & Figures
7. Key Strategic Questions for Lubricants CEOs
Germany Automotive Lubricants Industry Segmentation
| By Vehicle Type | Commercial Vehicles |
| Motorcycles | |
| Passenger Vehicles | |
| By Product Type | Engine Oils |
| Greases | |
| Hydraulic Fluids | |
| Transmission & Gear Oils |
Germany Automotive Lubricants Market Research FAQs
How big is the Germany Automotive Lubricants Market?
The Germany Automotive Lubricants Market size is expected to reach 414.96 million Liters in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 1.45% to reach 427.09 million Liters by 2026.
What is the current Germany Automotive Lubricants Market size?
In 2024, the Germany Automotive Lubricants Market size is expected to reach 414.96 million Liters.
Who are the key players in Germany Automotive Lubricants Market?
BP PLC (Castrol), FUCHS, LIQUI MOLY, Royal Dutch Shell Plc and TotalEnergies are the major companies operating in the Germany Automotive Lubricants Market.
Which segment has the biggest share in the Germany Automotive Lubricants Market?
In the Germany Automotive Lubricants Market, the Passenger Vehicles segment accounts for the largest share by vehicle type.
Which is the fastest growing segment in the Germany Automotive Lubricants Market?
In 2024, the Motorcycles segment accounts for the fastest growing by vehicle type in the Germany Automotive Lubricants Market.
What years does this Germany Automotive Lubricants Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Germany Automotive Lubricants Market size was estimated at 403.36 million Liters. The report covers the Germany Automotive Lubricants Market historical market size for years: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Germany Automotive Lubricants Market size for years: 2024, 2025 and 2026.
Germany Automotive Lubricants Industry Report
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