Automotive Medium & Heavy Commercial Vehicle Engine Oil Market – Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Grade (Synthetic, Semi synthetic and Minerals), By Demand Category (OEM, Aftermarket) By Region, By Competition, 2021-2031F

Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size (2025)	USD 17.62 Billion
CAGR (2026-2031)	6.98%
Fastest Growing Segment	Semi synthetic
Largest Market	Asia Pacific
Market Size (2031)	USD 26.41 Billion

Market Overview

The Global Automotive Medium & Heavy Commercial Vehicle Engine Oil Market will grow from USD 17.62 Billion in 2025 to USD 26.41 Billion by 2031 at a 6.98% CAGR. Global Automotive Medium & Heavy Commercial Vehicle Engine Oil is a specialized lubricant formulated to reduce friction, dissipate heat, and suspend contaminants within the high-torque engines of large transport and industrial fleets. The market is primarily driven by the expansion of international logistics networks and infrastructure projects, which necessitate rigorous engine maintenance to ensure the reliability of heavy-duty assets. Furthermore, stringent emission regulations are compelling fleet operators to transition toward high-performance synthetic oils that offer extended drain intervals and improved fuel economy. Illustrating the demand in key growth regions, according to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), retail sales for the medium commercial vehicle segment in India increased by approximately 6.8% in 2024.

However, a significant challenge impediment to market expansion is the accelerating electrification of commercial transport, particularly in the medium-duty urban logistics sector. As governments and manufacturers prioritize zero-emission targets, the gradual replacement of internal combustion engine trucks with battery-electric alternatives threatens to structurally reduce the long-term volume demand for traditional engine lubricants.

Key Market Drivers

The Expansion of Global Logistics and Freight Transportation Sectors serves as a critical catalyst for the market, as the relentless demand for goods necessitates the continuous operation of medium and heavy-duty fleets. This high-utilization environment compels fleet managers to adhere to rigorous maintenance schedules, ensuring that engines remain protected against wear and thermal breakdown during long-haul operations. Consequently, the consumption of high-quality engine oils rises directly in proportion to freight volumes and mileage accumulation. Highlighting the sheer scale of this movement, according to the American Trucking Associations, August 2025, in the 'American Trucking Trends 2025' report, trucks moved 11.27 billion tons of freight in 2024. Such massive freight turnover underscores the indispensability of lubricants in sustaining supply chain integrity.

Simultaneously, the Rising Commercial Vehicle Production in Emerging Economies is reshaping the global demand landscape, particularly in Asia where industrialization is accelerating. As developing nations expand their infrastructure, the procurement of new heavy-duty trucks increases, driving significant factory-fill and service-fill oil requirements. According to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, January 2025, truck sales in China reached approximately 3.36 million units in 2024. This volume highlights the critical role of developing markets in sustaining demand, especially when compared to the consolidated volumes of established global players. Illustrating this scale, according to Daimler Truck, in 2025, the company sold a total of 460,409 commercial vehicles worldwide in 2024, emphasizing the magnitude of fleet assets requiring lubrication.

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Key Market Challenges

The accelerating electrification of commercial transport acts as a structural impediment to the growth of the Global Automotive Medium & Heavy Commercial Vehicle Engine Oil Market. As fleet operators replace internal combustion engine (ICE) trucks with battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) to meet zero-emission targets, the fundamental need for crankcase lubricants is eliminated in these new units. BEVs operate without the pistons, valves, and combustion chambers that require heavy-duty engine oil for friction reduction and heat dissipation. Consequently, every electric truck that enters the logistics network represents a permanent loss of lubricant volume demand, effectively decoupling fleet expansion from engine oil consumption.

This shift is becoming quantifiable in major logistics markets where the uptake of green technology is surging. According to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), in the first half of 2024, registrations of electrically chargeable trucks in the European Union increased by 51.6% compared to the same period in the previous year. This rapid growth in non-ICE asset acquisition indicates that the transition is gaining momentum, directly eroding the long-term addressable market for traditional heavy-duty engine oils.

Key Market Trends

The Shift Toward Synthetic and Semi-Synthetic Formulations is becoming a dominant force in the market as fleet operators seek to maximize engine durability and operational efficiency under increasingly demanding schedules. Modern heavy-duty engines, which operate at higher temperatures and pressures to meet performance targets, require the superior thermal stability and oxidation resistance found in synthetic base stocks. This transition is further fueled by the financial imperative to extend service intervals and reduce the frequency of maintenance downtime, pushing fleets away from conventional mineral oils. Validating this market movement, According to ExxonMobil, August 2024, in the 'Second-Quarter 2024 Earnings' release, the company reported a record performance in high-value product sales, which grew by 10% compared to the first half of the previous year, reflecting the accelerating global demand for advanced, high-performance lubrication technologies.

Simultaneously, the Emergence of Bio-Based and Sustainable Lubricant Solutions is gaining traction as a critical response to tightening environmental regulations and corporate decarbonization mandates. Fleet managers are increasingly prioritizing lubricants that not only deliver engine protection but also contribute to Scope 3 emission reductions through renewable base oils or carbon-neutral manufacturing processes. This trend effectively bridges the gap between technical maintenance requirements and broader environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives. Illustrating this strategic realignment, According to Shell Fleet Solutions, May 2024, in the 'Q2 Trends Report 2024', 65% of fleet respondents identified building a more sustainable fleet or reaching sustainability goals as key priorities for the year, signaling a long-term shift toward environmentally conscious engine oil specifications.

Segmental Insights

The Semi synthetic segment is identified as the fastest growing category in the Global Automotive Medium & Heavy Commercial Vehicle Engine Oil Market. This trend is primarily driven by the need for lubricants that offer better oxidation stability and engine protection than mineral oils, while remaining more economical than fully synthetic alternatives. As agencies such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency enforce tighter emission standards, fleet operators are increasingly adopting these oils to ensure compliance and extend engine life. Consequently, semi synthetic oils effectively bridge the gap between operational affordability and the higher performance demands of modern heavy-duty vehicles.

Regional Insights

Asia Pacific maintains a dominant position in the Automotive Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicle Engine Oil Market, driven by extensive industrialization and infrastructure development. The region experiences high demand for lubricants due to the substantial manufacturing and utilization of commercial fleets in key economies such as China and India. Additionally, the enforcement of stringent emission standards by authorities like India's Ministry of Road Transport and Highways compels fleet operators to adopt compatible engine oils. Consequently, the thriving logistics sector and continuous construction activities sustain the region's market leadership.

Recent Developments

• In August 2025, Castrol launched a new range of VECTON Long Drain synthetic engine oils tailored to meet the stringent specifications of leading original equipment manufacturers. The product line included advanced formulations such as the VECTON Long Drain 5W-30 FA-4/F01, which was designed to deliver extended drain intervals and improved fuel efficiency for heavy-duty trucks. These lubricants featured low-SAPS technology to protect exhaust after-treatment systems and were engineered to resist viscosity loss and oxidation under high-load conditions. A senior executive at the company highlighted that this development aimed to help fleet operators optimize maintenance schedules while reducing their environmental impact.
• In June 2025, Valvoline Global Operations introduced the Premium Blue 8600 15W-40, a heavy-duty diesel engine oil exclusively endorsed and recommended by a major engine manufacturer globally. This new formulation was based on the latest API CK-4 chemistry and was optimized to provide enhanced protection against wear, oxidation, and deposit formation in both on-highway and off-highway applications. The product offered broad compatibility with various emission control systems, including diesel particulate filters and selective catalytic reduction technologies. This launch reinforced the company’s strategic focus on delivering robust lubrication solutions that meet the evolving durability and efficiency requirements of modern commercial vehicle fleets.
• In November 2024, TotalEnergies Lubrifiants launched the Rubia EV3R range, a new line of premium heavy-duty engine oils formulated with high-quality regenerated base oils. This innovative product line was developed to align with the company's circular economy strategy, utilizing re-refined base oils for more than 50% of the composition while maintaining performance levels equivalent to conventional lubricants. The range, which received approval from numerous leading original equipment manufacturers, was introduced to help transport operators reduce their carbon footprint. The products were made available in various viscosity grades, including 15W-40 and 10W-30, catering to the diverse needs of the commercial vehicle sector.
• In May 2024, FPT Industrial and Petronas Lubricants International collaborated to unveil a new co-branded range of lubricants engineered for on-road, off-road, and marine applications. This partnership leveraged the technical expertise of both entities to develop high-quality fluids specifically designed to enhance engine durability and extend service intervals for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. The launch included specific formulations such as the Premium On-Road Engine Oil 5W-30, which utilizes advanced synthetic technology to maximize fuel efficiency and minimize operating costs. This initiative underscored the companies' shared commitment to innovation and reliability in the global heavy-duty engine oil market.

Key Market Players

• Royal Dutch Shell plc
• Pentagon Lubricants Private Limited
• Castrol Limited
• HINDUJA GROUP
• Saudi Arabian Oil Co.
• Total S.A
• Gazprom
• LUKOIL oil Company
• Exxon Mobil Corporation
• Chevron Corporation

By Grade	By Demand Category	By Region
Synthetic Semi synthetic and Minerals	OEM Aftermarket	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Automotive Medium & Heavy Commercial Vehicle Engine Oil Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

• Automotive Medium & Heavy Commercial Vehicle Engine Oil Market, By Grade:

• Synthetic
• Semi synthetic and Minerals

• Automotive Medium & Heavy Commercial Vehicle Engine Oil Market, By Demand Category:

• OEM
• Aftermarket

• Automotive Medium & Heavy Commercial Vehicle Engine Oil Market, By Region:

• North America
• United States
• Canada
• Mexico
• Europe
• France
• United Kingdom
• Italy
• Germany
• Spain
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Colombia
• Middle East & Africa
• South Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE