According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Automotive Dry Friction Materials market size was valued at US$ 19819 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 24903 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 3.5% during review period.
Automotive dry friction materials are vehicle braking and clutch friction materials designed to operate in air or non-oil-immersed conditions. They are mainly processed into disc brake pads, drum brake linings, dry clutch facings, clutch friction discs and high-performance braking components. Key material systems include NAO organic compounds, semi-metallic/low-metallic materials, ceramic composites, fiber-reinforced resin compounds, rubber-based materials and limited sintered or carbon-based performance materials. Upstream inputs include phenolic resin, aramid fiber, glass fiber, mineral fiber, graphite, rubber, steel/copper fibers, ceramic fillers, friction modifiers and steel backing plates; downstream applications include passenger cars, commercial vehicles.
In 2025, global automotive dry friction materials production reached approximately 1.6 billion pcs, with an average global market price is $12 per pc.
Automotive dry friction materials are friction-functional materials used in dry automotive transmission and braking systems, operating without oil lubrication or oil-bath cooling. They are mainly applied in dry clutch facings, dry dual-clutch friction elements, disc brake pads, drum brake linings, parking brake linings, and selected dry braking systems for commercial and special-purpose vehicles. Their core function is to transmit torque, disconnect power, decelerate, stop, or hold the vehicle through controlled direct contact between friction surfaces.
By material system, automotive dry friction materials mainly include organic friction materials, semi-metallic friction materials, low-metallic friction materials, ceramic friction materials, sintered metallic friction materials, carbon-based friction materials, and other high-performance composites. Organic materials are typically based on phenolic resin, rubber or elastomer systems, aramid fiber, glass fiber, mineral fiber, fillers, and friction modifiers, and are commonly used in passenger-car clutch facings and comfort-oriented brake pads. Semi-metallic and low-metallic materials place greater emphasis on braking force, heat resistance, and cost balance. Ceramic materials are typically associated with lower noise, lower dust, reduced wear, and better comfort. Sintered metallic and carbon-based materials are more often used in high-temperature, high-load, high-performance, or motorsport braking applications.
By application structure, automotive dry friction materials can be divided into clutch materials and brake-system materials. Dry clutch materials mainly serve manual transmissions, AMTs, dry DCTs, and selected hybrid drivetrains, where key requirements include smooth launch engagement, durability during slipping operation, fade resistance, friction stability, and NVH performance. Dry brake-system materials are mainly used in disc and drum brake pads for passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles, and high-performance cars, where braking force, thermal stability, rotor or drum compatibility, noise, dust, wear life, and regulatory compliance are central requirements. Replacement brake linings are also subject to regional safety approval requirements; for example, UNECE Regulation No. 90 applies to replacement brake lining assemblies used in friction braking systems for category M, N, L, and O vehicles.
From an industry perspective, demand for automotive dry friction materials is supported by internal-combustion vehicles, hybrid vehicles, commercial vehicles, and the replacement aftermarket, but is also being reshaped by vehicle electrification and changes in drivetrain architecture. Battery-electric vehicles eliminate the conventional engine-to-transmission dry clutch, creating structural pressure on part of the dry clutch friction material market. However, mechanical braking systems remain necessary in passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and new-energy vehicles, although regenerative braking changes brake-pad wear patterns and usage frequency.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Automotive Dry Friction Materials market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Automotive Dry Friction Materials market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Pcs), and average selling prices (US$/Pc), 2021-2032
Global Automotive Dry Friction Materials market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Pcs), and average selling prices (US$/Pc), 2021-2032
Global Automotive Dry Friction Materials market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Pcs), and average selling prices (US$/Pc), 2021-2032
Global Automotive Dry Friction Materials market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K Pcs), and ASP (US$/Pc), 2021-2026
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Automotive Dry Friction Materials
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Automotive Dry Friction Materials market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Schaeffler Friction Products GmbH, Valeo, Miba AG, Carlisle Brake & Friction, EXEDY Corporation, F.C.C., Zhejiang Kema Friction Materials, Tungaloy Corporation, Fricwel Auto, BOSCH, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Automotive Dry Friction Materials market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2021-2032, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Organic Resin-Based Materials
Semi-Metallic Materials
Ceramic Composite Materials
Others
Market segment by Component Form
Brake Pads
Dry Friction Discs
Others
Market segment by Sales Channel
OEM
Aftermarket
Market segment by Application
Passenger Car
Commercial Vehicle
Major players covered
Schaeffler Friction Products GmbH
Valeo
Miba AG
Carlisle Brake & Friction
EXEDY Corporation
F.C.C.
Zhejiang Kema Friction Materials
Tungaloy Corporation
Fricwel Auto
BOSCH
TMD Friction Group
Tenneco LLC
Akebono Brake Industry
Nisshinbo Brake
Frasle Mobility S.A.
Sangsin Brake
ADVICS
ZF
Brembo
Shandong Gold Phoenix
Shandong Xinyi Auto Parts Manufacturing
Zhuhai Glory Friction Material
Rane Brake Lining Limited
Hindustan Composites Limited
Sundaram Brake Linings Limited
ASK Automotive Limited
ITT Corporation
Jiangsu Fangyi Friction Material
MAT Friction Group
Shandong Double Link Brake Material
Zhejiang Lamda Technology
Hangzhou Annat Industry
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Automotive Dry Friction Materials product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Automotive Dry Friction Materials, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Automotive Dry Friction Materials from 2021 to 2026.
Chapter 3, the Automotive Dry Friction Materials competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Automotive Dry Friction Materials breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2021 to 2026.and Automotive Dry Friction Materials market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2027 to 2032.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Automotive Dry Friction Materials.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Automotive Dry Friction Materials sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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