Japan Vehicle Starter Motor Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product Type (Electric, Pneumatic, and Hydraulic), By Vehicle Type (Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles, and Off-Highway Vehicles), By Sales Channel (OEM and Aftermarket), and Japan Vehicle Starter Motor Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035.

Japan Vehicle Starter Motor Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Japan Vehicle Starter Motor Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 7.1% from 2025 to 2035
• The Japan Vehicle Starter Motor Market Size is Expected to hold a significant share by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Japan Vehicle Starter Motor Market Size is Anticipated to hold a significant share By 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 7.1% from 2025 to 2035. This is driven by increasing vehicle production, rising demand for fuel-efficient and lightweight starter motors, and advancements in starter motor technologies. Additionally, the growth of hybrid vehicles sustaining starter motor usage supports market expansion.

Market Overview

The Japan vehicle starter motor market refers to the segment of the automotive industry in Japan that focuses on the production, distribution, and sale of starter motors, critical components used to initiate the engine's operation in vehicles. Starter motors convert electrical energy from the battery into mechanical energy to crank the engine and begin the combustion process. The Japan vehicle starter motor market presents significant opportunities driven by the transition to hybrid and electric vehicles, requiring advanced and efficient starter systems. Increasing demand for fuel-efficient vehicles and stricter emission norms push automakers to adopt start-stop systems, boosting starter motor upgrades. Additionally, Japan’s strong automotive manufacturing base and technological innovation create a favorable environment for R&D in lightweight, compact starter motors. Partnerships with EV manufacturers and growth in export demand further expand market potential through 2035.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Japan vehicle starter motor market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Japan vehicle starter motor market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Japan vehicle starter motor market.

Driving Factors

The market for Japan vehicle starter motor is primarily driven by the country's EV industry's explosive growth and the significant investments made by top automakers in next-generation solid-state and lithium-ion batteries. As essential anode current collectors, vehicle starter motor increase the conductivity, longevity, and efficiency of batteries. Demand is also being driven by Japan's electronics industry, namely in the areas of sophisticated circuit packaging, semiconductor fabrication, and high-density PCBs. High-purity copper foils are essential for energy transmission and battery storage solutions, and the nation's strong emphasis on technological innovation and sustainability has also led to a surge in investments in renewable energy storage and grid modernization.

Restraining Factors

The Japan vehicle starter motor market is restrained by the increasing move to electric vehicles (EVs), which employ dissimilar starting technologies, decreasing demand for conventional starter motors. Furthermore, environmental protection laws and fuel efficiency requirements are escalating, compelling manufacturers to implement alternative powertrain systems, restraining market growth. Production expenses being high and high competition also restrain market growth.

Market Segmentation

The Japan vehicle starter motor market share is classified into product type, vehicle type, and sales channel.

• The pneumatic segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Japan vehicle starter motor market is segmented by product type into electric, pneumatic, hydraulic. Among these, the pneumatic segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is attributed to its advantages like high power-to-weight ratio, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in industrial automation. Growing demand for efficient, low-maintenance motion control systems in manufacturing and robotics is expected to drive its strong CAGR during the forecast period.

• The commercial vehicles segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Japan vehicle starter motor market is segmented by vehicle type into passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and off-highway vehicles. Among these, the commercial vehicles segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is attributed to the rising infrastructure projects, increased goods transportation, and expanding logistics industries. Growing urbanization and demand for efficient freight movement fuel its expansion. Technological advancements and stricter emission norms also drive market growth, supporting a strong CAGR during the forecast period.

• The OEM segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Japan vehicle starter motor market is segmented by sales channel into OEM and aftermarket. Among these, the OEM segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is attributed to manufacturers’ focus on integrating advanced technologies and improving vehicle performance. Increasing demand for customized, reliable components and rising vehicle production drive growth. Strong partnerships with suppliers and innovations in electric and autonomous vehicles support its significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan vehicle starter motor market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product 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.

List of Key Companies

• Denso Corporation
• Mitsuba Corporation
• Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
• Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd.
• Sawafuji Electric Co., Ltd.

Key Target Audience

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

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at Japan, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Japan vehicle starter motor market based on the below-mentioned segments

Japan Vehicle Starter Motor Market, By Product Type

• Electric
• Pneumatic
• Hydraulic

Japan Vehicle Starter Motor Market, By Vehicle Type

• Passenger Cars
• Commercial Vehicles
• Off-Highway Vehicles

Japan Vehicle Starter Motor Market, By Sales Channel

• OEM
• Aftermarket