Electric-vehicle propulsion and drivetrain architectures are rapidly evolving, and the automotive bearing market for EVs is emerging as a key battleground for suppliers and OEMs. According to a recent study by MarketsandMarkets, the market is valued at around USD 5.81 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 12.82 billion by 2032 (CAGR ~11.97 %) for EV applications.
One of the driving forces behind the automotive bearing market for EVs is the shift from conventional internal-combustion powertrains toward electric drivetrains. EV powertrains typically demand fewer bearings because of their simplified gearboxes, but the bearings they do require must meet far more stringent performance, durability and efficiency specifications. The report highlights that although bearing demand may reduce in volume due to fewer components, the value and complexity of each bearing increasingly rises in the EV context.
In the EV segment, new bearing types and advanced materials are becoming essential. The automotive bearing market for EVs is witnessing increased use of hybrid and full-ceramic bearings (combining ceramic rolling elements with steel races) that offer lower friction, higher durability and improved heat and corrosion resistance. The fast-spinning electric motors, e-axles and single-speed gear sets in EVs place unique demands on wheel-hub and drivetrain bearings that differ from ICE vehicles.
Geographically, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to be the fastest-growing region for the automotive bearing market for EVs. Markets in China, India, Japan and South Korea are seeing strong growth in EV production, which in turn fuels demand for advanced bearing solutions.
Nevertheless, this growth story comes with challenges. The automotive bearing market for EVs must contend with raw-material price volatility—especially in specialty steel and ceramic materials—and supply-chain instability. Additionally, the simplified architecture of many EVs (for example, direct-drive motors that use fewer bearings) presents a restraint: fewer moving parts means fewer bearings in some designs.
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From an opportunity standpoint, sensor-integrated bearings—capable of real-time monitoring of temperature, vibration, load and speed—are emerging as a growth area. For the automotive bearing market for EVs, these “smart” solutions align with EV manufacturers’ interest in condition-based monitoring and predictive maintenance, thus enabling better lifecycle cost and vehicle reliability.
In summary, the automotive bearing market for EVs is at an inflection point: though the number of bearings per vehicle may decline in certain EV architectures, the value, complexity and performance demands of each bearing are increasing. Companies that invest in advanced materials, sensor integration and lightweight designs are well-positioned to capture growth as electrification continues to accelerate globally.
Key take-aways
- The automotive bearing market for EVs is projected to grow from ~USD 5.81 billion in 2025 to ~USD 12.82 billion by 2032 (CAGR ~11.97 %).
- EV powertrain simplification reduces bearing count per vehicle, but each bearing must meet higher performance requirements.
- Hybrid/ceramic bearings are gaining traction in EVs due to lower friction, better heat/corrosion resistance and durability.
- The Asia Pacific region is set to be the fastest-growing area for this market segment.
- Sensor-integrated and smart bearings represent a significant opportunity in the automotive bearing market for EVs.
- Challenges include raw material cost volatility and supply-chain disruptions; also, fewer bearings in some EV architectures limit volume growth.
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