Global Diesel Engine Bearings Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, Russia-Ukraine War Impact, Tariff Analysis, By Product Type (Main Bearings, Connecting Rod Bearings, and Piston Pin Bushings), By Application (Commercial Vehicles (CV), Construction Machinery, Agricultural Machinery, and Generator Sets (Gensets)), By Sales Channel (OEM and Aftermarket), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 - 2035

Diesel Engine Bearings Market Size Summary, Size & Emerging Trends

According to Spherical Insights, The Global Diesel Engine Bearings Market Size is expected to Hold a significant share by 2035, at a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period 2025-2035. The increasing production of vehicles and demand for fuel efficiency are the key growth drivers for the global diesel engine bearings market.

Key Market Insights

• Asia Pacific is expected to account for the largest share in the diesel engine bearings market during the forecast period.
• In terms of product type, the main bearings segment is projected to lead the diesel engine bearings market in terms of product type throughout the forecast period
• In terms of application, the commercial vehicles (CV) segment captured the largest portion of the market
• In terms of sales channel, the OEM segment leads the market with the largest share during the forecast period.

Global Market Forecast and Revenue Outlook

• CAGR (2025-2035): 4.7%
• North America: Largest market in 2024
• Asia Pacific: Fastest growing market

Diesel Engine Bearings Market

The diesel engine bearings market refers to the larger engine and automotive bearing market, emphasizing specifically the specialized bearings used in the manufacturing, maintenance, and repair of diesel engines in vehicles and industrial equipment. Diesel engine bearings are precise mechanical components that are designed to support moving engine parts such as the crankshaft and connecting rods, and facilitate smooth operation by reducing friction and wear. They are crucial for maintaining engine efficiency and longevity, playing a vital role from load bearing capacity to corrosion resistance, withstanding challenges of high-performance and high-stress applications. They ultimately aid in improving engine performance, reducing maintenance costs, and enhancing the overall vehicle lifespan.

Diesel Engine Bearings Market Trends

• Research & development activities related to engine bearing, to improve product designs for enhancing performance and fuel efficiency
• Adoption of IIoT encourages the adoption and continuous monitoring of connected devices and machinery
• Integration of electromechanical features for improving the vehicle’s performance and overall efficiency
• Rapid adoption of predictive maintenance-ready smart bearings and a surge in robotics and cobots requiring low-friction miniature bearings

Diesel Engine Bearings Market Dynamics

Driving Factors:

Increasing production of vehicles and demand for fuel efficiency are driving growth in the diesel engine bearings market

The growth of the diesel engine bearings market is further driven by the rising vehicle production and fuel efficiency. The increasing vehicle production, especially in emerging economies and commercial applications, is driving the demand for diesel engine bearings as they possess an essential role in automotive applications, effectively performing the engine’s function. The demand for fuel efficiency due to the rising awareness about environmental issues, such as climate change, government regulations & policies mandating stringent fuel economy standards for vehicles, and increased consumer interest in saving money on fuel, is propelling the diesel engine bearings market.

Restrain Factors:

The diesel engine bearings market faces challenges due to the increased production cost of engine bearings

The high production cost due to volatility in the prices of metals like steel and bronze is restraining the diesel engine bearings market. Further, regulatory complexities related to lower-emission engine technologies are driving the need for new, costly materials and coatings, which is challenging for market growth.

Opportunity: Adoption of sensor-integrated bearings is creating new opportunities in the diesel engine bearings market

The use of sensor-integrated solutions for condition monitoring and predictive maintenance is in a variety of industrial and automotive applications, like electric motors, electric vehicles, road rollers, tractors, forklifts, and conveyors. The adoption of sensor-integrated bearings is providing growth opportunities in the diesel engine bearings market.

Challenges: In the diesel engine bearings market, electrification trends, engine downsizing, and OEM integration pose challenges in the market.

Despite its potential, the diesel engine bearings market struggles with several obstacles. An increasing trend of electrification, including the emergence of electric vehicles, is hindering the demand for automotive connecting rod bearings. Further, engine downsizing and integration of OEM specifications for optimal engine performance are challenging the market. 

Global Diesel Engine Bearings Market Ecosystem Analysis

The Global Diesel Engine Bearings Market ecosystem includes raw material suppliers, bearing manufacturers, and the aftermarket for maintenance and replacement. Key technologies involve innovations in bearing materials like ceramic and hybrid bearings. Market growth is driven by rising production of vehicles and demand for fuel efficiency, while increased production cost and the electrification trend remain challenges. Opportunities lie in emerging markets and the adoption of sensor-integrated bearings.

Global Diesel Engine Bearings Market, By Product Type

The main bearing segment led the diesel engine bearings market, generating a significant revenue share. This dominance can be attributed to the surging need for advanced automotive technologies and the industrial automation trend in various sectors. Main bearings are usually plain bearings or journal bearings, held in place by the engine block and bearing caps. The bearing in a piston engine holds the crankshaft in place, allowing it to rotate within the engine block. 

Global Diesel Engine Bearings Market

The connecting rod bearings segment in the diesel engine bearings market is expected to grow at a significant CAGR over the forecast period, driven by the surging trends towards automotive production and minimizing the possibility of wear during the rotary motion of connecting rods. Connecting rod bearings support the conrod on the bearing journal of the crankshaft. They aid in supporting, guiding, and connecting rods to the crankshaft.

Global Diesel Engine Bearings Market, By Application

The commercial vehicles segment is expected to generate a leading market share. This dominance can be attributed to the increased automotive production and demand for highly advanced solutions. Diesel engine bearings are a crucial component in areas where there are heavy loads and continuous usage, with smooth rotation and reduced friction.

The construction machinery segment in the diesel engine bearings market is expected to grow at a significant CAGR over the forecast period, driven by the growing advancement in engine technology and increasing initiatives & investments in construction & infrastructure projects in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Global Diesel Engine Bearings Market, By Sales Channel

The OEM segment held the largest market share in the diesel engine bearings market, as a fast-evolving competitive landscape is driving the need for a quicker time-to-market. Original equipment manufacturer refers to the manufacturer of the original equipment, which is then subsequently assembled and installed during the construction of a new vehicle.

The aftermarket segment in the Diesel Engine Bearings market is projected to register a significant CAGR, driven by premature failures due to poor lubrication, contamination, and improper installation. Aftermarket parts are those made by companies other than the OEM, which might be installed as replacements or enhancements after the car comes out of the factory.

North America is expected to account for the largest share of the diesel engine bearings market during the forecast period,

Driven by the huge investments in R&D activities and favorable government policies. Further, the continuous advancement in bearing technologies is driven by the emergence of EVs. Technological advancements in bearing design, along with increasing emphasis on fuel efficiency and emission reduction, are propelling the market growth.

The United States is experiencing steady growth in the diesel engine bearings market,

Fueled by the surging need for low-, medium, and high-performance light commercial vehicles and remanufactured engines. Further, the increasing demand for fuel efficiency and lightweight vehicles is propelling the market demand.

Asia Pacific is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR in the Diesel Engine Bearings market during the forecast period.

This rapid growth is driven by the rapid development of the automobile industry and increasing disposable incomes. Further, the growing purchasing power in the developing countries of the region is contributing to the escalation of the diesel engine bearings market.

China is expected to lead the diesel engine bearings market,

Due to the country’s growing automobile sector. Further, the expanding digital economy, growing smartphone penetration, and adoption of cloud-based technologies contributing to promoting market growth.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the diesel engine bearings market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their type of offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

WORLDWIDE TOP KEY PLAYERS IN THE DIESEL ENGINE BEARINGS MARKET INCLUDE

• MAHLE Group
• Rheinmetall Automotive
• Tenneco Inc
• Tenneco IncKing Engine Bearings
• NSK Ltd.
• NTN Corporation
• RBC Bearings Incorporated
• MinebeaMitsumi Inc
• SNL Bearings
• ORS Bearings
• TAIHO

• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Product Launches in Diesel Engine Bearings

• In April 2019, MAHLE is extending the service life of bearings by reducing friction and increasing seizure resistance while simultaneously improving the boundary lubrication properties.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the diesel engine bearings market based on the below-mentioned segments: 

Global Diesel Engine Bearings Market, By Product Type

• Main Bearings
• Connecting Rod Bearings
• Piston Pin Bushings

Global Diesel Engine Bearings Market, By Application  

• Commercial Vehicles (CV)
• Construction Machinery
• Agricultural Machinery
• Generator Sets (Gensets)

Global Diesel Engine Bearings Market, By Sales Channel

• OEM
• Aftermarket

Global Diesel Engine Bearings Market, By Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa