The global dual clutch transmission market size was USD 18.49 Billion in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 42.89 Billion by 2031 expanding at a CAGR of 9.8% during 2023–2031. The growth of the market is attributed to the increasing demand for more fuel economic vehicles and growing demand for better performance and driving experience among the consumers.
Dual clutch transmission (DCT) is type of hybrid transmission, it works on fundamental principles of both manual and automatic transmissions. Operation of dual clutch transmission is similar to an automatic. However, it has more in common with a manual transmission than it does with an automatic. DCT is basically two transmissions working together, each of which requires a clutch. Further, it does not require the driver to manually engage and change from one gear to another using the shift lever. Instead, the gear selection process is automated so that a DCT can act as an automatic transmission.
Various studies estimate DCT to be more than 8% fuel efficient in comparison to the other transmission types. Performance is another key aspect where a dual clutch transmission excels in contrast to the conventional ones. DCT’s are deemed to have more than 5% improved efficiency in terms of acceleration. Hence, DCT is more commonly found in high performance vehicles.
DCT’s are most popularly used by Formula 1 cars due to their improved acceleration efficiency. In early 2000s Volkswagen was one of the first car companies to introduce dual clutch transmission in its passenger vehicles which helped the technology to reach wider population. Consumers were able to experience the technology and all the added benefits it offered.
Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
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Growing awareness among the consumers regarding carbon footprint and rising demand for better fuel-efficient vehicles is expected to drive the market growth during the forecast period.
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Increasing demand for better performance and driving experience is anticipated to spur the market expansion in the coming years.
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Rising environmental regulations are projected to push the market to expand at a steady CAGR.
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High maintenance cost and costly repairs in comparison to other transmissions is anticipated to impede the market growth.
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Increasing popularity of electric vehicles which does not need a conventional transmission possess as major challenge that can restrict the market expansion during the forecast period.
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Technological advancements and advent of new compact, fast, less heavy, and fuel efficient dual clutch transmissions is expected to create lucrative opportunities for the market players.
Scope of the Report
The report on the global dual clutch transmission market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
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Details
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Report Title
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Dual Clutch Transmission Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
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Base Year
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2022
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Historic Data
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2016–2021
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Forecast Period
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2023–2031
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Segmentation
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Types (Wet Dual Clutch Technology and Dry Dual Clutch Technology), Applications (Passenger Cars, Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCV), Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV), and Motorsport Cars)
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Regional Scope
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Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa
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Report Coverage
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Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast
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Key Players Covered in the Report
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Aisin Seiki, ZF Friedrichshafen, Getrag, Jatco, Magna Powertrain, Continental, Allison, BorgWarner, LuK, Ricardo
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Market Segment Insights
Dry Dual Clutch Technology is projected to constitute a large market share
Based on types, the dual clutch transmission market is segmented into wet dual clutch technology and dry dual clutch technology. The dry dual clutch technology segment is expected to constitute a large share of the market during the forecast period owing to it being more fuel efficient than the wet dual clutch. Stringent environmental regulations imposed by many countries has pushed the car companies in manufacturing more fuel-efficient cars which is expected to drive the growth of this segment in the coming years. On the other hand, wet dual clutch is anticipated to register a steady CAGR during the forecast period due to its rapidly growing demand in developed regions globally. Wet dual clutch technology gives better performance and acceleration efficiency than the dry dual cultch.
Passenger Cars segment is expected to exhibit high CAGR
Based on applications, the dual clutch transmission market is segregated into passenger cars, heavy commercial vehicles (HCV), light commercial vehicles (LCV), and motorsport cars. Passenger cars segment is expected to exhibit high CAGR in the coming years due to increasing popularity of the DCT and growing awareness regarding carbon emissions among the consumers. In the recent years DCT has gained momentum in the passenger cars segment and is expected to grow at a substantial pace in the coming years. There is a rise in demand for vehicles to have better performance and acceleration in passenger cars segment which is anticipated to propel the market expansion in the coming years.
Europe is anticipated to dominate the market
On the basis of regions, the global dual clutch market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. The market of Europe is anticipated to expand at healthy CAGR during the forecast period. The regional market growth can be attributed to rising demand of passenger vehicles and light commercial vehicles and increasing disposable income across the region. On the other hand, the market of Asia Pacific is expected to exhibit a rapid growth rate in the coming years owing to the increasing demand for fuel economic vehicles, this is attributed due to rise in cost of fossil fuels in the various parts of the region which is expected to push the expansion of dual clutch transmission market during the forecast period.
Segments
Types
- Wet Dual Clutch Technology
- Dry Dual Clutch Technology
Applications
- Passenger Cars
- Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCV)
- Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV)
- Motorsport cars
Regions
- Asia Pacific
- North America
- Latin America
- Europe
- Middle East & Africa
Key Players
- Aisin Seiki
- ZF Friedrichshafen
- Getrag
- Jatco
- Magna Powertrain
- Continental
- Allison
- BorgWarner
- LuK
- Ricardo
Competitive Landscape
Key players competing in the global dual clutch transmission market include Aisin Seiki, ZF Friedrichshafen, Getrag, Jatco, Magna Powertrain, Continental, Allison, BorgWarner, LuK, Ricardo. The market players are adopting various business strategies to stay competitive. These strategies include mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, capacity expansion, and product launches to enhance their market share. For instance, In January 2016 Gretag was acquired by Magna Powertrain. Gretag is considered as a specialist in DCT, with this acquisition Magna Powertrain has enhanced its market share globally.