Induction Motor Market Size

Induction Motor Market Analysis

The Induction Motor Market size is estimated at USD 20.83 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 28.04 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 6.12% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

Due to the absence of slip rings, commuters, and brushes, the induction motors are nearly maintenance-free or require low maintenance, which is among the major driving factors behind the growth in demand for these motors.

• An induction motor is an AC electric motor in which torque is produced by the reaction between a varying magnetic field generated in the stator and the current induced in the coils of the rotor. It is used in most machinery as it is more powerful and eco-friendly than conventional motors. Unique robustness makes it a suitable choice for automotive and manufacturing applications, as it requires less maintenance. Its ability to work under varying climatic conditions is another major factor driving its demand.
• The rising focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and the demand for products that consume less energy are the major factors for the growth of electric cars. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the global sales of electric vehicles have been rising strongly in 2022, with 2 million sold in the first quarter, up 75% from the same period in 2021. The growth of the EV industry is expected to drive the demand for induction motors, as these motors are widely used by electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, owing to their robust, reliable, and low maintenance features.
• The increasing demand for electrical energy to sustain global development requires consistent heavy investments in power supply generation that have driven induction motors' application in the electricity sector.
• Furthermore, some of the most significant opportunities to save energy and reduce operating costs in buildings and industrial facilities come from optimizing electric motor systems. According to the US Department of Energy, about half of all electricity consumed in the United States flows through motors, 90% of which are alternating-current (AC) induction motors. The study indicated that a 5% improvement in the overall efficiency of the induction motor would save enough energy comparable to energy produced by the new power plant of a few hundred megawatts.
• However, research on developing alternative technology for induction motors is the major bottleneck for its growth. For instance, Tesla has developed and switched to a synchronous reluctance motor in Model 3, which has significantly boosted the range. The company is also working on replacing the induction motors in their Model S and X with this new motor.
• The outbreak of COVID-19 has negatively impacted the market growth, mainly due to the stoppage in discrete manufacturing industry operations. For instance, according to the Monthly Survey of Manufacturing, 2021 by the Government of Canada, Manufacturing sales fell 2.1% to USD 57.1 billion in April 2021 on lower sales in 11 of 21 industries. Also, the outbreak of COVID-19 has affected the production facilities of automotive sectors across the globe, which has significantly impacted the growth of the studied market.