Thanks to the UAE's remarkable per capita vehicle ownership and its "unique" natural conditions, the local automotive filter market, especially for heavy-duty vehicles and trucks, is experiencing significant growth.
On the one hand, the UAE is among the countries with the highest vehicle ownership rates globally. The overall automotive aftermarket revenue is expected to grow by approximately $1.4 billion between 2022 and 2030, while the heavy-duty vehicle market is valued at around $12 billion and continues to expand. Additionally, the electric vehicle (EV) sector is booming, with the UAE's EV market projected to achieve a CAGR of 30% from 2024 to 2028.
On the other hand, the UAE's extreme heat, low rainfall, and occasional sandstorms contribute to higher dust levels in the air, increasing the risk of air filter clogging. As a result, Dubai car owners tend to replace or clean their air filters more frequently after sandstorms to ensure optimal engine performance. Moreover, the high-temperature environment accelerates oil degradation, prompting vehicle owners to check and replace oil filters more frequently to maintain oil purity and proper engine lubrication.
According to relevant institutions, the automotive air filter market is expected to reach $10.2 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 7.2%. The UAE market offers a diverse range of filter types, with major manufacturers primarily from the U.S. and Germany, including brands such as Fleetguard, Mann-Filter, Wix and Baldwin.