Market overview
The global automotive casting market is worth USD 93.6 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 145 bn by 2036, growing at a 4.5% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Aluminium is the largest by material segment.
| Scope | Metal castings for vehicles: aluminium die-cast and sand-cast engine blocks, cylinder heads, transmission and EV motor housings, structural castings, and iron castings such as brake discs and drums. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automotive |
| Value 2025 | USD 90.0 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 93.6 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 145 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 4.5% |
| Volume 2026 | 26,772 thousand tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 37,639 thousand tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 3,496 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Automotive Casting market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 93.6 bn |
| 2027 | USD 97.8 bn |
| 2028 | USD 102 bn |
| 2029 | USD 107 bn |
| 2030 | USD 112 bn |
| 2031 | USD 117 bn |
| 2032 | USD 122 bn |
| 2033 | USD 127 bn |
| 2034 | USD 133 bn |
| 2035 | USD 139 bn |
| 2036 | USD 145 bn |
Automotive Casting market segmentation
By material
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminium | 52.0% | 60.8% | USD 48.7 bn | 6.2% |
| Cast iron | 34.0% | 25.8% | USD 31.8 bn | 1.6% |
| Magnesium and zinc | 6.0% | 6.4% | USD 5.6 bn | 5.2% |
| Steel and other alloys | 8.0% | 7.0% | USD 7.5 bn | 3.1% |
By component
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and powertrain | 32.0% | 20.4% | USD 30.0 bn | -0.1% |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 18.0% | 13.9% | USD 16.8 bn | 1.9% |
| Chassis and structural | 20.0% | 22.7% | USD 18.7 bn | 5.8% |
| Brake system | 12.0% | 9.8% | USD 11.2 bn | 2.4% |
| EV battery and motor housings | 10.0% | 26.7% | USD 9.4 bn | 15.3% |
| Other | 8.0% | 6.5% | USD 7.5 bn | 2.4% |
By casting process
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-pressure die casting | 52.0% | 58.0% | USD 48.7 bn | 5.7% |
| Sand casting | 20.0% | 16.0% | USD 18.7 bn | 2.2% |
| Gravity and low-pressure casting | 18.0% | 14.0% | USD 16.8 bn | 1.9% |
| Squeeze and semi-solid casting | 10.0% | 12.0% | USD 9.4 bn | 6.4% |
By vehicle class
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger cars | 70.0% | 68.0% | USD 65.5 bn | 4.2% |
| Light commercial vehicles | 16.0% | 17.0% | USD 15.0 bn | 5.1% |
| Heavy trucks and buses | 14.0% | 15.0% | USD 13.1 bn | 5.2% |
By powertrain
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internal combustion | 72.0% | 46.0% | USD 67.4 bn | -0.08% |
| Hybrid | 16.0% | 16.0% | USD 15.0 bn | 4.5% |
| Battery electric | 12.0% | 38.0% | USD 11.2 bn | 17.3% |
Top 25 countries for automotive casting by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 79.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 93.2%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 30.9 bn | 33.0% | USD 51.2 bn | 5.2% |
| 2 | United States | USD 12.2 bn | 13.0% | USD 16.6 bn | 3.1% |
| 3 | India | USD 5.6 bn | 6.0% | USD 11.2 bn | 7.1% |
| 4 | Germany | USD 5.6 bn | 6.0% | USD 7.0 bn | 2.2% |
| 5 | Japan | USD 5.6 bn | 6.0% | USD 7.0 bn | 2.2% |
| 6 | Mexico | USD 4.7 bn | 5.0% | USD 7.7 bn | 5.1% |
| 7 | South Korea | USD 3.3 bn | 3.5% | USD 4.5 bn | 3.2% |
| 8 | Brazil | USD 2.3 bn | 2.5% | USD 3.5 bn | 4.1% |
| 9 | Spain | USD 1.9 bn | 2.0% | USD 2.6 bn | 3.4% |
| 10 | Turkey | USD 1.9 bn | 2.0% | USD 3.1 bn | 5.0% |
| 11 | United Kingdom | USD 1.4 bn | 1.5% | USD 2.2 bn | 4.8% |
| 12 | Canada | USD 1.3 bn | 1.4% | USD 1.8 bn | 3.5% |
| 13 | Indonesia | USD 1.2 bn | 1.2% | USD 2.0 bn | 5.6% |
| 14 | Italy | USD 1.2 bn | 1.2% | USD 1.6 bn | 3.5% |
| 15 | Thailand | USD 1.2 bn | 1.2% | USD 1.9 bn | 5.4% |
| 16 | France | USD 1.1 bn | 1.2% | USD 1.8 bn | 4.8% |
| 17 | Poland | USD 1.1 bn | 1.1% | USD 1.9 bn | 6.1% |
| 18 | Czech Republic | USD 786 mn | 0.8% | USD 1.2 bn | 4.6% |
| 19 | Vietnam | USD 739 mn | 0.8% | USD 1.3 bn | 6.0% |
| 20 | Russia | USD 636 mn | 0.7% | USD 930 mn | 3.9% |
| 21 | Australia | USD 627 mn | 0.7% | USD 930 mn | 4.0% |
| 22 | Malaysia | USD 571 mn | 0.6% | USD 1.0 bn | 6.1% |
| 23 | Romania | USD 552 mn | 0.6% | USD 945 mn | 5.5% |
| 24 | Argentina | USD 543 mn | 0.6% | USD 843 mn | 4.5% |
| 25 | Hungary | USD 543 mn | 0.6% | USD 959 mn | 5.9% |
| Rest of world | USD 6.3 bn | 6.8% | USD 9.6 bn | 4.2% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Nemak
- Linamar
- Aisin
- CITIC Dicastal
- CIE Automotive
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Ryobi
- Ahresty
- Endurance Technologies
- Rheinmetall Automotive
- Guangdong Hongtu Technology
- Wencan Group
- Meridian Lightweight Technologies
- Fritz Winter
- Saint Jean Industries
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Gibbs Die Casting
- Bocar Group
- Rockman Industries
- Sundaram-Clayton
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the automotive casting market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 4.5% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by material, by component, by casting process, by vehicle class, by powertrain. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the automotive casting market?
The global automotive casting market is estimated at USD 90.0 bn in 2025 and USD 93.6 bn in 2026.
How fast will the automotive casting market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 145 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 4.5% from 2026, an increase of USD 51.8 bn.
Which country is the largest market for automotive casting?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 30.9 bn in 2026, 33.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 52.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 7.1% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which automotive casting segment is largest?
In the by material split, Aluminium is the largest segment with 52.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading automotive casting companies?
Global leaders include Nemak, Linamar, Aisin, CITIC Dicastal.
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