| Product Code: ETC7732503 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Vasudha | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Japan's import shipments of automotive in-wheel motors in 2024 continued to show strong growth, with a notable increase in concentration among the top exporting countries. China, Thailand, USA, Canada, and Taiwan, Province of China were the key players in supplying these innovative technologies to Japan. The industry witnessed a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) concentration, indicating a competitive market landscape. With a remarkable Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10.44% from 2020 to 2024 and a significant growth rate of 16.05% in 2024, the market for automotive in-wheel motors in Japan is poised for further expansion and technological advancements.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Overview |
3.1 Japan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Component, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Cooling Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Motor Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Power Output, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Propulsion Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.10 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Vehicle Type, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing focus on environmental sustainability leading to demand for electric vehicles |
4.2.2 Technological advancements in in-wheel motor technology |
4.2.3 Government incentives and regulations promoting the adoption of electric vehicles |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High initial costs associated with in-wheel motor technology |
4.3.2 Limited range and performance capabilities of in-wheel motors compared to traditional powertrains |
4.3.3 Concerns regarding the reliability and durability of in-wheel motors in harsh driving conditions |
5 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Trends |
6 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market, By Types |
6.1 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market, By Component |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Component, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Suspension, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Rotor and Stator, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Wheel Bearings, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Regenerative Braking System, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market, By Cooling Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Air Cooling, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Liquid Cooling, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market, By Motor Type |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Axial Flux Motor, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Radial Flux Motor, 2021- 2031F |
6.4 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market, By Power Output |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Up to 60 KW, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By 60-90 KW, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.4 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Above 90 KW, 2021- 2031F |
6.5 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market, By Propulsion Type |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), 2021- 2031F |
6.5.3 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV), 2021- 2031F |
6.5.4 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), 2021- 2031F |
6.5.5 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), 2021- 2031F |
6.6 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market, By Vehicle Type |
6.6.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.6.2 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Passenger Cars, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.3 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs), 2021- 2031F |
6.6.4 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenues & Volume, By Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCVs), 2021- 2031F |
7 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average battery range per charge |
8.2 Efficiency of in-wheel motors in terms of energy consumption |
8.3 Adoption rate of electric vehicles with in-wheel motors in the Japanese automotive market |
9 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Opportunity Assessment, By Component, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Opportunity Assessment, By Cooling Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Opportunity Assessment, By Motor Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Opportunity Assessment, By Power Output, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Opportunity Assessment, By Propulsion Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.6 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Opportunity Assessment, By Vehicle Type, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Japan Automotive in Wheel Motors Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |