Automotive Mudguards Market Analysis & Forecast: 2026-2033
The Automotive Mudguards Market size is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 3.1%, with a market value of USD 1.18 Bn in 2026, and is expected to reach approximately USD 1.45 Bn by 2033. The primary growth drivers are largely defined by the increasing production and sales of passenger and commercial vehicles, rising demand for vehicle protection components, growing replacement requirements in the automotive aftermarket, and increasing adoption of lightweight and durable plastic and composite mudguards. According to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), worldwide passenger car registrations increased by 5% to approximately 37.4 million units during the first half of 2025, led by a 12% increase in China and 2.5% growth in North America.
The Automotive Mudguards Market is gaining momentum with the continued growth of global vehicle manufacturing. Higher production volumes directly translate into higher OEM demand for mudguards, splash guards, wheel arch protection and other related exterior parts for both passenger and commercial vehicles.
According to the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA), global motor vehicle production increased 3.9% from 92.7 million units in 2024 to 96.4 million units in 2025. Global vehicle sales also rose 4.7% to 99.8 million units in 2025, indicating continued expansion of the addressable vehicle base for automotive component manufacturers.
In July 2026, ACEA reported that EU truck registrations increased 9.8% year-on-year to 171,933 units during the first half of 2026, while van registrations increased 1.9% to 742,759 units and bus registrations increased 22.7% to 22,590 units. The recovery in commercial vehicle registrations creates additional OEM opportunities for heavy-duty mudguards and related exterior protection systems
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On the basis of vehicle type, the passenger cars segment is projected to account for the largest Automotive Mudguards Market share of 62.5% in 2026. The segment’s growth is owing to the large passenger-vehicle production base, frequent replacement of road-exposed exterior components, increasing vehicle ownership, and continuous OEM demand for mudguards, splash guards, wheel-arch liners, and related protection components.
VDA reported on February 3, 2026, that Germany manufactured a record 1.67 million electric passenger cars in 2025, an increase of 23% from 2024. Demand for newer vehicle platforms requiring light, tough exterior components is increasing as electric vehicles accounted for about 40% of German passenger-car production.
In August 2026, Hyundai Motor announced plans to launch or refresh more than 100 vehicle models globally by 2030 and expand its global manufacturing capacity by approximately 1.27 million units.
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On the basis of raw material, the acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) plastic segment is projected to account for the largest Automotive Mudguards Market share of 36.5% in 2026. The segment’s growth is owing to ABS plastic’s high impact resistance, dimensional stability, ease of injection molding, paintability, surface quality, and ability to support lightweight automotive exterior-component designs.
Trinseo currently offers MAGNUM ECO+ ABS with up to 60% chemically recycled post-consumer styrene for mobility applications. The company reports that the material can deliver an up to 18% reduction in CO₂ footprint compared with all-prime counterparts while retaining similar processing and performance characteristics. The material is specifically positioned for both visible and hidden automotive applications, strengthening the case for recycled-content ABS in exterior parts.
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The Asia Pacific region accounts for 42.5% of the Automotive Mudguards Market share in 2026. The region’s dominance is owing to large-scale vehicle manufacturing, extensive automotive component supply chains, growing passenger and commercial vehicle ownership, and continued expansion of electric and hybrid vehicle production.
According to OICA, China produced about 34.53 million motor vehicles in 2025, adding about 3.25 million units in one year. China was the world's largest automotive manufacturing center and a large OEM demand base for mudguards, splash guards, wheelhouse liners and other exterior protection components
In July 2026, Autoneum announced the construction of two new automotive component production facilities in Wuhu and Anqing, China, following multiple new program awards from Chinese OEMs including Chery.
North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the Automotive Mudguards Market over the forecast period. The region’s growth is owing to its large light-truck and SUV fleet, increasing vehicle customization, expanding electrified vehicle portfolio, strong replacement-part demand, and highly integrated automotive manufacturing operations across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
In June 2026, Statistics Canada reported that 190,167 new motor vehicles were sold in Canada, increasing 7.3% year-on-year. New truck sales increased 8.0%, while passenger-car sales rose 2.9%. Zero-emission vehicle sales increased particularly rapidly, rising 56.1% year-on-year to 21,876 units. The growing vehicle base creates additional OEM and replacement opportunities for mudguards and wheel-area protection components.
In June 2026, OPmobility announced the construction of a new state-of-the-art automotive exterior solutions plant in the greater Toledo area of Ohio, U.S. The facility will be OPmobility’s first dedicated Exterior solutions plant in the U.S. Midwest, with production scheduled to begin in the second half of 2027.
The U.S. Automotive Mudguards Market is expected to witness strong growth over the forecast period. The growth is owing to expanding domestic vehicle manufacturing, increasing localization of automotive component sourcing, and continuous launches of SUVs, pickup trucks, and passenger vehicles. These vehicle categories generate substantial OEM and aftermarket demand for mudguards, splash guards, wheelhouse liners, and other exterior protection components.
In June 2026, General Motors announced that it would spend approximately USD 9 billion across its U.S. manufacturing footprint during 2026, along with more than USD 7 billion on U.S. research and development. GM also announced a USD 275 million investment in its Spring Hill, Tennessee manufacturing complex to support future vehicle and propulsion programs.
China is expected to remain a major market for automotive mudguards over the forecast period. The growth is owing to its enormous installed vehicle base, high level of new vehicle registrations, localization of global automotive manufacturing, and rapid transition toward new-energy vehicle platforms.
According to data from China's Ministry of Public Security, the country had approximately 371 million automobiles in operation by the end of June 2026. Around 10.51 million automobiles were newly registered during the first half of 2026, including 5.19 million new-energy vehicles. NEVs therefore accounted for 49.42% of all newly registered automobiles, creating a rapidly changing vehicle parc and a substantial addressable base for exterior replacement and OEM components.
In May 2026, BMW stated that the seven-millionth BMW vehicle would roll off its Shenyang production lines during 2026. The company is increasing localization across its Chinese value chain and introducing Neue Klasse technologies into locally developed and manufactured models.
Some of the major key players in Automotive Mudguards Market are MrMudguard, Rhino Manufacturing, FeatherWing, KN Rubber, Jonesco, KWIK PFYT Mud Flaps, FIEM Industries, and Sant Manufacturers.
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| Base Year: | 2025 | Market Size in 2026: | USD 1.18 Bn |
| Historical Data for: | 2020 To 2024 | Forecast Period: | 2026 To 2033 |
| Forecast Period 2026 to 2033 CAGR: | 3.1% | 2033 Value Projection: | USD 1.45 Bn |
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MrMudguard, Rhino Manufacturing, FeatherWing, KN Rubber, Jonesco, KWIK PFYT Mud Flaps, FIEM Industries, and Sant Manufacturers. |
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Gautam Mahajan is a Research Consultant with 5+ years of experience in market research and consulting. He excels in analyzing market engineering, market trends, competitive landscapes, and technological developments. He specializes in both primary and secondary research, as well as strategic consulting across diverse sectors.
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