Market Trends of South Korea Automotive Lubricants Industry
This section covers the major market trends shaping the South Korea Automotive Lubricants Market according to our research experts:
Largest Segment By Vehicle Type : <span style="font-family: 'regular_bold';color:#0e7db3;">Passenger Vehicles</span>
- In South Korea, passenger vehicles (PVs) accounted for the largest share of 74.51% in the total number of on-road vehicles in 2020, followed by commercial vehicles (CVs) and motorcycles, which held shares of 16.91% and 8.58%, respectively.
- The PV segment accounted for the highest share of 59.96% in total lubricant consumption in 2020, followed by commercial vehicles (38.42%) and motorcycles (1.62%). In 2020, the COVID-19 outbreak led to a notable dip in lubricants consumption, of which commercial vehicle lubricant consumption recorded the highest dip of 11.52%, followed by passenger vehicles (6.82%).
- The motorcycles segment is projected to be the fastest-growing lubricant consumer, recording a CAGR of 5.71% during 2021-2026. The expected growth in sales of electric mopeds and motorcycles and a reduced consumption tax are expected to drive motorcycle lubricants consumption in the country.