Automotive Steel Wheels Market - Global Size, Share, Trend Analysis, Opportunity and Forecast Report, 2019–2030, Segmented By Vehicle Type (Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles); By Rim Size (12”–17”, 18”–21”, More than 22”); By End User (OEM, Aftermarket)

Automotive Steel Wheels Market - Global Size, Share, Trend Analysis, Opportunity and Forecast Report, 2019–2030, Segmented By Vehicle Type (Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles); By Rim Size (12”–17”, 18”–21”, More than 22”); By End User (OEM, Aftermarket); By Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific (APAC), Latin America (LATAM), Middle East and Africa (MEA))


Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market Size Expands at Steady CAGR of 6.01% to Touch USD 47.5 Billion by 2030
Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market is propelled by an increasing demand for lightweight and durable wheels, rising automotive production, cost-effectiveness, and preference for steel's strength.
BlueWeave Consulting, a leading strategic consulting and market research firm, in its recent study, estimated the Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market size at USD 33.45 billion in 2023. During the forecast period between 2024 and 2030, BlueWeave expects the Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market size to grow at a CAGR of 6.01% reaching a value of USD 47.48 billion by 2030. The Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market is driven by increasing demand for cost-effective and durable wheel solutions in the automotive industry. Steel wheels offer enhanced strength, durability, and affordability compared to alternative materials, making them popular in various vehicle segments. Additionally, growth in the automotive sector, rising vehicle production, and the need for reliable wheel performance contribute to market expansion.
Opportunity – Innovative manufacturing technologies
The growing automotive production trend has ignited a transformation in the Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market, driven by innovative manufacturing technologies. With an increasing demand for lightweight, durable, and fuel-efficient vehicles, the market is witnessing a paradigm shift towards advanced steel wheel solutions. The integration of innovative production methods not only enhances efficiency but also ensures the development of high-performance steel wheels, meeting the stringent requirements of modern automotive production. The evolution positions the Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market as a key player in fostering sustainable growth and technology.
Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market
Intensifying geopolitical conflicts are reverberating across the Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market, triggering disruptions in the supply chain, soaring raw material costs, and jeopardizing international trade. Uncertainties surrounding key manufacturing regions are stifling production, causing fluctuations in steel wheel prices, and creating challenges for market players. The volatile geopolitical landscape is influencing consumer confidence and industry investments, posing a significant threat to the stability and growth of the Automotive Steel Wheels Market. Stakeholders must navigate this challenging environment with strategic agility to mitigate risks and sustain resilience in an increasingly unpredictable global market.
Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market
Segmental Coverage
Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market – By Rim Size
Based on rim size, Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market is divided into 12”–17”, 18”–21”, and More than 22” segments. The more than 22” segment holds the largest market share, indicating a trend towards larger-sized wheels in the automotive industry. The segment likely caters to specific vehicle types or consumer preferences favoring larger wheel sizes for enhanced performance or aesthetic appeal. The dominance of the More than 22” segment underscores the evolving market demands and manufacturers' efforts to meet the diverse preferences within the automotive steel wheels industry.
Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market – By End User
Based on end user, Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market is divided into OEM and Aftermarket segments. The OEM segment represents the market for steel wheels supplied directly to vehicle manufacturers for original installations in new vehicles. In contrast, the aftermarket segment encompasses the market for steel wheels sold separately for replacement or upgrade purposes. While both segments contribute significantly to the overall market, the OEM segment typically holds a larger share due to its association with new vehicle production and manufacturing partnerships with automotive companies worldwide.
Competitive Landscape
Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market is fiercely competitive. Major companies in the market include Central Motor Wheel of America, Inc., Maxion Wheels, Klassic Wheels Limited Accuride Corporation, U.S. WHEEL CORP., Automotive Wheels Ltd, ALCAR WHEELS GMBH, Topy America, Inc., The Carlstar Group, LLC, and Steel Strips Group. These companies use various strategies, including increasing investments in their R&D activities, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, collaborations, licensing agreements, and new product and service releases to further strengthen their position in the Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market.

The in-depth analysis of the report provides information about growth potential, upcoming trends, and statistics of Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market. It also highlights the factors driving forecasts of total market size. The report promises to provide recent technology trends in Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market and industry insights to help decision-makers make sound strategic decisions. Further, the report also analyzes the growth drivers, challenges, and competitive dynamics of the market.


1. Research Framework
1.1. Research Objective
1.2. Product Overview
1.3. Market Segmentation
2. Executive Summary
3. Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market Insights
3.1. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.2. DROC Analysis
3.2.1. Growth Drivers
3.2.1.1. Rise in demand for commercial vehicles
3.2.1.2. Cost-effectiveness
3.2.2. Restraints
3.2.2.1. Volatility in raw material prices
3.2.3. Opportunities
3.2.3.1. Growing automotive production
3.2.3.2. Innovation and material advancements
3.2.4. Challenges
3.2.4.1. Competition from alloy wheels
3.2.4.2. Environmental concerns
3.3. Technological Advancements/Recent Developments
3.4. Regulatory Framework
3.5. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.5.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
3.5.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
3.5.3. Threat of New Entrants
3.5.4. Threat of Substitutes
3.5.5. Intensity of Rivalry
4. Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market Overview
4.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
4.1.1. By Value (USD Billion)
4.2. Market Share and Forecast
4.2.1. By Vehicle Type
4.2.1.1. Passenger Cars
4.2.1.2. Commercial Vehicles
4.2.2. By Rim Size
4.2.2.1. 12”–17”
4.2.2.2. 18”–21”
4.2.2.3. More than 22”
4.2.3. By End User
4.2.3.1. OEM
4.2.3.2. Aftermarket
4.2.4. By Region
4.2.4.1. North America
4.2.4.2. Europe
4.2.4.3. Asia Pacific (APAC)
4.2.4.4. Latin America (LATAM)
4.2.4.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
5. North America Automotive Steel Wheels Market
5.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
5.1.1. By Value (USD Billion)
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.2.1. By Vehicle Type
5.2.2. By Rim Size
5.2.3. By End User
5.2.4. By Country
5.2.4.1. United States
5.2.4.1.1. By Vehicle Type
5.2.4.1.2. By Rim Size
5.2.4.1.3. By End User
5.2.4.2. Canada
5.2.4.2.1. By Vehicle Type
5.2.4.2.2. By Rim Size
5.2.4.2.3. By End User
6. Europe Automotive Steel Wheels Market
6.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
6.1.1. By Value (USD Billion)
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.2.1. By Vehicle Type
6.2.2. By Rim Size
6.2.3. By End User
6.2.4. By Country
6.2.4.1. Germany
6.2.4.1.1. By Vehicle Type
6.2.4.1.2. By Rim Size
6.2.4.1.3. By End User
6.2.4.2. United Kingdom
6.2.4.2.1. By Vehicle Type
6.2.4.2.2. By Rim Size
6.2.4.2.3. By End User
6.2.4.3. Italy
6.2.4.3.1. By Vehicle Type
6.2.4.3.2. By Rim Size
6.2.4.3.3. By End User
6.2.4.4. France
6.2.4.4.1. By Vehicle Type
6.2.4.4.2. By Rim Size
6.2.4.4.3. By End User
6.2.4.5. Spain
6.2.4.5.1. By Vehicle Type
6.2.4.5.2. By Rim Size
6.2.4.5.3. By End User
6.2.4.6. Belgium
6.2.4.6.1. By Vehicle Type
6.2.4.6.2. By Rim Size
6.2.4.6.3. By End User
6.2.4.7. Russia
6.2.4.7.1. By Vehicle Type
6.2.4.7.2. By Rim Size
6.2.4.7.3. By End User
6.2.4.8. The Netherlands
6.2.4.8.1. By Vehicle Type
6.2.4.8.2. By Rim Size
6.2.4.8.3. By End User
6.2.4.9. Rest of Europe
6.2.4.9.1. By Vehicle Type
6.2.4.9.2. By Rim Size
6.2.4.9.3. By End User
7. Asia Pacific Automotive Steel Wheels Market
7.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
7.1.1. By Value (USD Billion)
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.2.1. By Vehicle Type
7.2.2. By Rim Size
7.2.3. By End User
7.2.4. By Country
7.2.4.1. China
7.2.4.1.1. By Vehicle Type
7.2.4.1.2. By Rim Size
7.2.4.1.3. By End User
7.2.4.2. India
7.2.4.2.1. By Vehicle Type
7.2.4.2.2. By Rim Size
7.2.4.2.3. By End User
7.2.4.3. Japan
7.2.4.3.1. By Vehicle Type
7.2.4.3.2. By Rim Size
7.2.4.3.3. By End User
7.2.4.4. South Korea
7.2.4.4.1. By Vehicle Type
7.2.4.4.2. By Rim Size
7.2.4.4.3. By End User
7.2.4.5. Australia & New Zealand
7.2.4.5.1. By Vehicle Type
7.2.4.5.2. By Rim Size
7.2.4.5.3. By End User
7.2.4.6. Indonesia
7.2.4.6.1. By Vehicle Type
7.2.4.6.2. By Rim Size
7.2.4.6.3. By End User
7.2.4.7. Malaysia
7.2.4.7.1. By Vehicle Type
7.2.4.7.2. By Rim Size
7.2.4.7.3. By End User
7.2.4.8. Singapore
7.2.4.8.1. By Vehicle Type
7.2.4.8.2. By Rim Size
7.2.4.8.3. By End User
7.2.4.9. Vietnam
7.2.4.9.1. By Vehicle Type
7.2.4.9.2. By Rim Size
7.2.4.9.3. By End User
7.2.4.10. Rest of APAC
7.2.4.10.1. By Vehicle Type
7.2.4.10.2. By Rim Size
7.2.4.10.3. By End User
8. Latin America Automotive Steel Wheels Market
8.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
8.1.1. By Value (USD Billion)
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.2.1. By Vehicle Type
8.2.2. By Rim Size
8.2.3. By End User
8.2.4. By Country
8.2.4.1. Brazil
8.2.4.1.1. By Vehicle Type
8.2.4.1.2. By Rim Size
8.2.4.1.3. By End User
8.2.4.2. Mexico
8.2.4.2.1. By Vehicle Type
8.2.4.2.2. By Rim Size
8.2.4.2.3. By End User
8.2.4.3. Argentina
8.2.4.3.1. By Vehicle Type
8.2.4.3.2. By Rim Size
8.2.4.3.3. By End User
8.2.4.4. Peru
8.2.4.4.1. By Vehicle Type
8.2.4.4.2. By Rim Size
8.2.4.4.3. By End User
8.2.4.5. Rest of LATAM
8.2.4.5.1. By Vehicle Type
8.2.4.5.2. By Rim Size
8.2.4.5.3. By End User
9. Middle East and Africa Automotive Steel Wheels Market
9.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
9.1.1. By Value (USD Billion)
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.2.1. By Vehicle Type
9.2.2. By Rim Size
9.2.3. By End User
9.2.4. By Country
9.2.4.1. Saudi Arabia
9.2.4.1.1. By Vehicle Type
9.2.4.1.2. By Rim Size
9.2.4.1.3. By End User
9.2.4.2. UAE
9.2.4.2.1. By Vehicle Type
9.2.4.2.2. By Rim Size
9.2.4.2.3. By End User
9.2.4.3. Qatar
9.2.4.3.1. By Vehicle Type
9.2.4.3.2. By Rim Size
9.2.4.3.3. By End User
9.2.4.4. Kuwait
9.2.4.4.1. By Vehicle Type
9.2.4.4.2. By Rim Size
9.2.4.4.3. By End User
9.2.4.5. South Africa
9.2.4.5.1. By Vehicle Type
9.2.4.5.2. By Rim Size
9.2.4.5.3. By End User
9.2.4.6. Nigeria
9.2.4.6.1. By Vehicle Type
9.2.4.6.2. By Rim Size
9.2.4.6.3. By End User
9.2.4.7. Algeria
9.2.4.7.1. By Vehicle Type
9.2.4.7.2. By Rim Size
9.2.4.7.3. By End User
9.2.4.8. Rest of MEA
9.2.4.8.1. By Vehicle Type
9.2.4.8.2. By Rim Size
9.2.4.8.3. By End User
10. Competitive Landscape
10.1. List of Key Players and Their Offerings
10.2. Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market Share Analysis, 2022
10.3. Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters
10.4. Key Strategic Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships, etc.)
11. Impact of Covid-19 on Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market
12. Impact of Geopolitical Tension on Global Automotive Steel Wheels Market
13. Company Profile (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Competitive Landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, Strategic Outlook, SWOT Analysis)
13.1. Central Motor Wheel of America, Inc.
13.2. MAXION Wheels
13.3. Klassic Wheels Limited Accuride Corporation
13.4. U.S. WHEEL CORP
13.5. Automotive Wheels Ltd
13.6. ALCAR WHEELS GMBH
13.7. Topy America, Inc.
13.8. The Carlstar Group, LLC
13.9. Steel Strips Group
13.10. Other Prominent Players
14. Key Strategic Recommendations
15. Research Methodology
15.1. Qualitative Research
15.1.1. Primary & Secondary Research
15.2. Quantitative Research
15.3. Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
15.3.1. Secondary Research
15.3.2. Primary Research
15.4. Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents, By Region
15.5. Assumptions & Limitations
*Financial information of non-listed companies can be provided as per availability.
**The segmentation and the companies are subject to modifications based on in-depth secondary research for the final deliverable

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