Market overview
The global automotive connecting rod bearing market is worth USD 812 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 897 mn by 2036, growing at a 1.0% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Bimetal is the largest by material segment.
| Scope | Thin-wall bimetal and trimetal bearing shells for connecting rod big ends in petrol, diesel and gas engines, supplied to engine makers and the aftermarket. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automotive |
| Value 2025 | USD 800 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 812 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 897 mn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 1.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 700 million pieces |
| Volume 2036 | 666 million pieces |
| Average price 2026 | USD 1.16 per piece |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Automotive Connecting Rod Bearing market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 812 mn |
| 2027 | USD 820 mn |
| 2028 | USD 828 mn |
| 2029 | USD 837 mn |
| 2030 | USD 845 mn |
| 2031 | USD 853 mn |
| 2032 | USD 862 mn |
| 2033 | USD 871 mn |
| 2034 | USD 879 mn |
| 2035 | USD 888 mn |
| 2036 | USD 897 mn |
Automotive Connecting Rod Bearing market segmentation
By material
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bimetal | 46.0% | 43.3% | USD 374 mn | 0.4% |
| Trimetal | 32.0% | 30.2% | USD 260 mn | 0.4% |
| Polymer-coated | 22.0% | 26.5% | USD 179 mn | 2.9% |
By vehicle type
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger cars | 58.0% | 55.5% | USD 471 mn | 0.6% |
| Light commercial vehicles | 12.0% | 12.1% | USD 97 mn | 1.1% |
| Heavy trucks | 15.0% | 15.8% | USD 122 mn | 1.6% |
| Off-highway, marine and stationary | 15.0% | 16.6% | USD 122 mn | 2.0% |
By sales channel
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEM | 52.0% | 49.7% | USD 422 mn | 0.6% |
| Independent aftermarket | 40.0% | 42.2% | USD 325 mn | 1.6% |
| Engine rebuilders | 8.0% | 8.0% | USD 65 mn | 1.1% |
By engine fuel
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline | 52.0% | 48.0% | USD 422 mn | 0.2% |
| Diesel | 38.0% | 29.0% | USD 309 mn | -1.7% |
| Alternative fuel and hybrid | 10.0% | 23.0% | USD 81 mn | 9.8% |
By bearing diameter
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 50 mm | 54.0% | 57.0% | USD 438 mn | 1.6% |
| 50 to 90 mm | 30.0% | 29.0% | USD 244 mn | 0.7% |
| Above 90 mm | 16.0% | 14.0% | USD 130 mn | -0.3% |
Top 25 countries for automotive connecting rod bearing by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 77.5% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 93.1%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 195 mn | 24.0% | USD 216 mn | 1.0% |
| 2 | United States | USD 114 mn | 14.0% | USD 121 mn | 0.6% |
| 3 | India | USD 73 mn | 9.0% | USD 97 mn | 2.9% |
| 4 | Japan | USD 57 mn | 7.0% | USD 58 mn | 0.2% |
| 5 | Germany | USD 49 mn | 6.0% | USD 50 mn | 0.3% |
| 6 | Brazil | USD 32 mn | 4.0% | USD 37 mn | 1.2% |
| 7 | South Korea | USD 32 mn | 4.0% | USD 33 mn | 0.2% |
| 8 | Mexico | USD 28 mn | 3.5% | USD 32 mn | 1.3% |
| 9 | Thailand | USD 24 mn | 3.0% | USD 28 mn | 1.3% |
| 10 | United Kingdom | USD 24 mn | 3.0% | USD 25 mn | 0.3% |
| 11 | Spain | USD 15 mn | 1.8% | USD 15 mn | 0.2% |
| 12 | Turkey | USD 12 mn | 1.5% | USD 15 mn | 2.5% |
| 13 | Italy | USD 11 mn | 1.4% | USD 11 mn | 0.1% |
| 14 | France | USD 11 mn | 1.3% | USD 12 mn | 1.4% |
| 15 | Indonesia | USD 10 mn | 1.3% | USD 13 mn | 2.0% |
| 16 | Canada | USD 10 mn | 1.3% | USD 11 mn | 0.8% |
| 17 | Poland | USD 9.7 mn | 1.2% | USD 12 mn | 2.0% |
| 18 | Czech Republic | USD 7.0 mn | 0.9% | USD 7.7 mn | 1.0% |
| 19 | Australia | USD 6.8 mn | 0.8% | USD 7.0 mn | 0.2% |
| 20 | Vietnam | USD 6.7 mn | 0.8% | USD 8.6 mn | 2.5% |
| 21 | Russia | USD 6.3 mn | 0.8% | USD 6.5 mn | 0.3% |
| 22 | Romania | USD 5.4 mn | 0.7% | USD 6.6 mn | 2.2% |
| 23 | Taiwan | USD 5.4 mn | 0.7% | USD 5.8 mn | 0.8% |
| 24 | Iran | USD 5.2 mn | 0.6% | USD 6.4 mn | 2.0% |
| 25 | Malaysia | USD 4.7 mn | 0.6% | USD 5.9 mn | 2.3% |
| Rest of world | USD 56 mn | 6.9% | USD 55 mn | -0.3% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Tenneco
- Mahle
- Daido Metal
- Taiho Kogyo
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Miba
- Kolbenschmidt
- King Engine Bearings
- ACL Bearings
- Clevite
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Vandervell
- NDC Co
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 connecting rod bearing 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 1.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by material, by vehicle type, by sales channel, by engine fuel, by bearing diameter. 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 connecting rod bearing market?
The global automotive connecting rod bearing market is estimated at USD 800 mn in 2025 and USD 812 mn in 2026.
How fast will the automotive connecting rod bearing market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 897 mn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 1.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 85 mn.
Which country is the largest market for automotive connecting rod bearing?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 195 mn in 2026, 24.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 47.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 2.9% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which automotive connecting rod bearing segment is largest?
In the by material split, Bimetal is the largest segment with 46.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading automotive connecting rod bearing companies?
Global leaders include Tenneco, Mahle, Daido Metal, Taiho Kogyo.
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