As per the current market research conducted by the CMI Team, the global Electric Traction Motor Market size is expected to record a CAGR of 12.5% from 2024 to 2033. In 2024, the market size is projected to reach a valuation of USD 14.9 Billion. By 2033, the valuation is anticipated to reach USD 42.8 Billion.

Electric Traction Motor Market: Overview

According to industry experts at CMI, an electric traction motor is a type of electric motor which converts electrical energy into mechanical energy. These motors are used in several applications including EV, railway, industrial and others.

The market for electric traction motors is driven by several factors such as the increasing global trend for electrification, increasing government initiatives, and the rising integration of renewable energy including solar, wind, hydro and others.

Furthermore, the increasing collaboration and innovative product launches by the key market players operating in the electric traction motor industry. However, some factors limiting the expansion of the electric traction motor industry are lack of infrastructure, dependence on rare earth materials, slow adoption in developing regions and increasing competition from other technologies.

Electric Traction Motor Market: Growth Factors and Dynamics

Increasing focus on energy efficiency

The increasing demand for energy-efficient transportation systems across the globe is gaining popularity. Electric traction motors are more efficient than internal combustion engines because of lower moving parts and high conversion rates.

These advantages of electric traction motors appeal to vehicle makers and fleet operators. Furthermore, the governments enacting the energy efficiency criteria for transportation networks. The regulations like fuel efficiency and emission control encourage manufacturers to use more energy-efficient technologies like electric traction motors.

The areas including Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific are establishing criteria for energy-efficient transportation, resulting in growing demand for electric traction motors.

Advancement in motor design

Significant advances in electric traction motor design are increasing energy efficiency. For instance, advances in power electronics, motor control systems, and materials like as high-strength magnets and lightweight components all contribute to increased efficiency and fewer energy losses.

Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSMs) utilized in electric automobiles and rail systems are very efficient because of their ability to drive at high torque by consuming low energy. Similarly, induction motors and brushless DC motors (BLDCs) are components utilized for more efficient operation.

Dependency on rare earth materials

Many electric traction motors, particularly permanent magnet motors, rely on rare earth minerals such as neodymium and dysprosium, which are essential for their magnetic qualities. However, these materials are expensive, and the supply chain is mostly concentrated in a few nations, including China.

The manufacturing of electric traction motors relies on limited resources available on the earth. Thus, this industry is susceptible to price fluctuation and supply chain instability, hindering market expansion.

Report Scope

Feature of the ReportDetails
Market Size in 2024USD 14.9 Billion
Projected Market Size in 2033USD 42.8 Billion
Market Size in 2023USD 13.2 Billion
CAGR Growth Rate12.5% CAGR
Base Year2023
Forecast Period2024-2033
Key SegmentBy Type, Power Rating, Application and Region
Report CoverageRevenue Estimation and Forecast, Company Profile, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors and Recent Trends
Regional ScopeNorth America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America
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Electric Traction Motor Market: New Launches and Acquisitions

  • In June 2023, Nidec Corporation and Renesas Electronics Corporation collaborated for the development of semiconductor solutions for a next-generation E-Axle (X-in-1 system) that includes EV drive motors and power electronics for electric cars (EVs).

List of the prominent players in the Electric Traction Motor Market:

  • ABB Ltd
  • Siemens AG
  • General Electric Company
  • Kirloskar Electric Company Ltd
  • CG Power and Industrial Solutions Ltd
  • CRRC Corporation Limited
  • Alstom SA
  • Traktionssysteme Austria (TSA) GmbH
  • Skoda Transportation AS
  • Robert Bosch GmbH
  • Others

Global Electric Traction Motor Market 2024 – 2033 (By Billion)

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The Electric Traction Motor Market is segmented as follows:

By Type

  • Alternating Current
  • Direct Current

By Power Rating

  • Below 200 kW
  • 200 – 400 kW
  • Above 400 kW

By Application

  • Railway
  • Electric Vehicle
  • Industrial Machinery
  • Others

Regional Coverage:

North America

  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • Rest of North America

Europe

  • Germany
  • France
  • U.K.
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Netherlands
  • Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • New Zealand
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • Taiwan
  • Rest of Asia Pacific

The Middle East & Africa

  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Egypt
  • Kuwait
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa

Latin America

  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of Latin America