Automotive exhaust manifold market seen reaching $12.47 billion by 2030

The automotive exhaust manifold market is projected to grow from $9.25 billion in 2025 to $9.85 billion in 2026, then reach $12.47 billion by 2030, according to The Business Research Company. Growth is being driven by fuel-efficiency demand, hybrid adoption, tighter emissions rules and expanding commercial vehicle fleets.

Why it matters: - Automotive exhaust manifolds help improve engine performance, reduce emissions and support fuel efficiency. - The market’s growth points to continued demand for components that help automakers meet stricter environmental rules and efficiency targets. - The forecast also signals opportunity in hybrid vehicles, high-performance systems and aftermarket upgrades.

What happened: - The Business Research Company released a global market report on the automotive exhaust manifold sector covering market size and forecasts through 2035. - The market is expected to rise from $9.25 billion in 2025 to $9.85 billion in 2026. - The report projects the market will reach $12.47 billion by 2030. - The report says Asia-Pacific held the largest market share in 2025 and is expected to be the fastest-growing region over the forecast period.

The details: - The 2025-to-2026 growth rate is forecast at 6.5%. - The longer-term forecast shows a 6.1% CAGR through 2030. - Historical growth has been supported by lightweight engine parts, higher passenger vehicle production, stronger demand for fuel-efficient engines, stricter emission standards and wider use of turbocharged engines. - Future growth is expected to be supported by hybrid vehicle manufacturing, demand for high-performance exhaust systems, advanced heat-resistant materials, aftermarket performance upgrades and a stronger focus on engine efficiency. - An exhaust manifold collects exhaust gases from multiple cylinders and channels them into a single outlet. - The component helps direct hot gases away from combustion chambers and supports engine performance and emission control. - Rising fuel prices are pushing consumers and businesses toward vehicles with better mileage. - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reported in February 2026 that average fuel economy for new vehicles sold in the United States reached 27.2 mpg for the 2024 model year, up from 27.1 mpg in 2023. - The report ties that fuel-economy trend to stronger demand for exhaust manifold components. - Commercial vehicle fleet expansion is also helping demand, driven by e-commerce and logistics needs. - The UK’s Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders reported in January 2024 that total vehicle production reached about 1,025,474 units in 2023, up 17% from the prior year. - The report says that commercial vehicle growth is directly increasing demand for exhaust manifold components. - The report covers South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East and Africa in addition to Asia-Pacific. - The 2026 report package includes market attractiveness scoring, TAM analysis, company scoring matrix graphics and tables, Excel-based dashboards, market hotspots infographics, key technology and future trend analysis, plus updated graphics and tables. - The report offers a free sample and full report online: Download a free sample and View the full report.

Between the lines: - The market is being shaped by both regulatory pressure and consumer demand for lower operating costs. - Growth in fleets and hybrid production suggests the category is tied to broader shifts in vehicle mix, not just replacement demand. - The report’s emphasis on advanced materials and efficiency points to a market where component design matters as much as volume.

What's next: - The market’s next phase will likely depend on how quickly hybrid production expands and how automakers balance emissions compliance with performance. - Regional growth will likely remain concentrated in Asia-Pacific, while other major markets continue to be shaped by fuel economy rules and commercial vehicle demand.