PUBLISHER: Fortune Business Insights Pvt. Ltd. | PRODUCT CODE: 1886957
PUBLISHER: Fortune Business Insights Pvt. Ltd. | PRODUCT CODE: 1886957
The global automotive carbon brush market continues to show resilient growth supported by increasing electric vehicle (EV) demand, integration of advanced automotive electronics, and rising production of passenger and commercial vehicles. According to the latest industry insights, the global automotive carbon brush market was valued at USD 2.83 billion in 2024, is expected to reach USD 2.91 billion in 2025, and is projected to climb to USD 4.03 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.8% between 2025 and 2032. The Asia Pacific region led the global market in 2024 with a dominant 53.36% share, driven by its expanding automotive production, growing EV market, and rising adoption of advanced automotive systems.
Market Overview
Automotive carbon brushes are essential components that conduct electrical current between stationary and moving parts of motors and generators. Their reliable performance ensures smooth operation of motors used in fuel pumps, alternators, power windows, wipers, HVAC systems, and various safety features. In electric vehicles, motors depend heavily on durable carbon brushes for efficient power transmission, making them crucial to improving vehicle energy efficiency and motor lifespan. Major players-including Mersen, Schunk Carbon Technology, Morgan Advanced Materials, and others-focus on enhancing electrical conductivity, heat resistance, and durability to meet rising performance demands.
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted vehicle production and supply chains, causing a temporary dip in demand. However, EV sales increased sharply during the period, supporting the carbon brush market's rebound once automotive manufacturing resumed globally.
Market Drivers
A key driver for market expansion is the growing integration of advanced electronics in modern vehicles, particularly systems powered by electric motors and actuators. Features such as power seats, HVAC blowers, sunroofs, power tailgates, traction systems, and ADAS-related electronics require reliable carbon brushes to ensure precise, efficient operation. As electrical loads increase, manufacturers demand high-performance brush grades optimized for conductivity, wear resistance, and heat tolerance.
The rapid expansion of the EV market further strengthens demand. The International Energy Agency projected 17 million electric cars to be sold in 2024, a 25% increase from 2023, signaling strong long-term prospects for components linked to electric motors. With increasing battery ranges, faster charging solutions, and supportive government regulations, EV adoption will continue driving the carbon brush market through 2032.
Market Restraints
A significant restraint to market growth is the shift toward brushless motors, which eliminate the need for carbon brushes through electronic commutation. As automotive OEMs adopt BLDC motors for efficiency and reduced maintenance, carbon brush demand faces long-term pressure. Innovations such as WEBER DRIVETRAIN's 2022 BLDC motor manufacturing setup in India further highlight the global shift.
Additionally, the high cost of raw materials-graphite, copper, and composite blends-poses challenges, as price fluctuations impact profitability and brush affordability, especially in emerging markets.
Market Opportunities
Despite restraints, the market benefits from expanding EV adoption. Even as brushless motors rise, many EV auxiliary components-such as pumps, steering systems, and ventilation systems-continue using brushed motors. The growing global fleet of EVs, which reached 40 million units on roads in 2023, boosts demand for durable, high-performance brush materials, particularly silver graphite and electrographite variants.
The safety and chassis electronic system segment dominated the market in 2024 due to stricter global safety regulations mandating ABS, ESC, and traction control features-each requiring brush-based motors. The body electronic system segment held the second-largest share due to rising comfort features.
By brush grade, electrographite dominated in 2024, as it offers superior conductivity and heat resistance suitable for high-load automotive operations. Silver graphite is expected to grow fastest through 2032, driven by rising EV traction motor usage.
Among vehicle types, SUVs led the market in 2024, reflecting global consumer preference for larger, safer, and more versatile vehicles. The HCV segment is projected to grow fastest due to adoption of ADAS, electrification, and advanced braking systems in commercial fleets.
By propulsion, the ICE segment dominated in 2024, supported by the large global fleet requiring ongoing maintenance. However, electric vehicles will record the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2032, supported by government incentives-including U.S. tax credits up to USD 7,500.
Regional Highlights
Asia Pacific led with USD 1.51 billion in 2024, supported by strong vehicle production in China, Japan, South Korea, and India. North America held the second-largest share due to its heavy-duty vehicle market and rising EV adoption. Europe's market is fueled by its aggressive EV policies and decarbonization goals. The rest of the world-including the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America-shows rising demand for luxury vehicles and electrification trends.
Conclusion
With the market expanding from USD 2.83 billion in 2024 to USD 4.03 billion by 2032, automotive carbon brushes remain vital components in evolving vehicle architectures. Despite the rise of brushless motors, the industry is positioned for sustained growth driven by EV adoption, advanced vehicle electronics, and continuous material innovations.
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