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Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market Research Report by Tube Type (Seamless Steel Tubes, Welded Steel Tubes, Others), by Application [Chassis Components, Exhaust Systems, Drivetrain Components, Steering & Suspension Components, Fluid Handling syst

Published Nov 12, 2025
Length 122 Pages
SKU # RESFT20659099

Description

The Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market is expected to hit USD 512.72 Million by 2035, supported by a steady CAGR of 4.9% during 2025–2035. Central Europe's automotive steel tubes market is experiencing gradual but continuous expansion with the help of factors such as increased auto production, the need for lightweighting, and the emergence of a targeted EV sector.

Lightweight Materials Driving Innovation
Primarily, the market is propelled by the move towards the use of lightweight materials, which is a necessity for car manufacturers in meeting environmental regulations and improving vehicle efficiency. Tubes made of steel are at the center of the revolution since they are the ones that provide the framework that is necessary for the vehicle, while the overall weight is very much reduced, most notably in the case of EVs.

Segment Overview Summary
Tube Type
• Seamless Steel Tubes: Deliver superior strength and reliability.
• Welded Steel Tubes: Offer affordable, versatile tubing options.
• Others: Address customized automotive tubing needs.
Application
• Chassis Components: Provide essential load-bearing support.
• Exhaust Systems: Withstand heat and emissions flow.
• Drivetrain Components: Ensure smooth power transmission.
• Steering & Suspension Components: Improve ride control and balance.
• Fluid Handling Systems: Manage fuel and hydraulic movements.
• Seating Structures: Support ergonomic, safe seating.
• Structural Reinforcement (BIW): Reinforce car body for strength.
• Others: Additional roles in component integration.
Vehicle Type
• Passenger Vehicles: Use tubes across multiple systems.
• LCVs: Need durable tubing for transport duties.
• HCVs: Demand heavy-strength tubing solutions.
• EVs: Benefit from lightweight, efficient tubes.
• Others: Serve specialized automotive categories.
Manufacturing Process
• Hot Rolled: Suitable for large, tough tubes.
• Cold Drawn: Ensures accuracy and fine finishes.
• Hydroformed: Creates complex lightweight structures.
Dimension
• Small: Used in tight automotive spaces.
• Medium: Common across mainstream components.
• Large: Reserved for high-load vehicle structures.

Strengthening Regional Competitiveness
Automation supports faster, high-quality production of automotive steel components as demand for lightweight, efficient vehicles rises. The Central Europe region has great potential to become a leader in this field due to its well-developed industrial ecosystem and location which is of strategic value.

Key Report Attributes
• Market Size 2024: USD 302.88 Million
• Market Size 2035: USD 512.72 Million
• CAGR (2025-2035): 4.9%
• Base Year: 2024
• Market Forecast Period: 2025-2035

Industry Segmentations Growth
• By Tube Type: Seamless Steel Tubes - 5.82%, Welded Steel Tubes - 4.75%.
• By Application: Chassis Components - 5.09%, Exhaust Systems - 5.14%.
• By Vehicle Type: Passenger Vehicles - 4.69%, Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) - 5.12%.
• By Manufacturing Process: Hot Rolled - 4.99%, Cold Drawn - 5.42%.
• By Dimension: Small (Below 50mm) - 4.68%, Medium (50mm - 150mm) - 5.12%.

Table of Contents

122 Pages
1 Executive Summary
2 Market Introduction
2.1 Definition
2.2 Scope Of The Study
2.3 Research Objective
2.4 Market Structure
3 Research Methodology
3.1 Overview
3.2 Data Flow
3.2.1 Data Mining Process
3.3 Purchased Database:
3.4 Secondary Sources:
3.4.1 Secondary Research Data Flow:
3.5 Primary Research:
3.5.1 Primary Research Data Flow:
3.6 Approaches For Market Size Estimation:
3.6.1 Consumption & Net Trade Approach
3.6.2 Revenue Analysis Approach
3.7 Data Forecasting
3.7.1 Data Forecasting Technique
3.8 Data Modeling
3.8.1 Microeconomic Factor Analysis:
3.8.2 Data Modeling:
3.9 Teams And Analyst Contribution
4 Market Dynamics
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Drivers
4.2.1 Increasing Marine Fuel Standards
4.2.2 Increasing Demand For Lightweight Vehicles
4.2.3 Regulatory Standards For Emissions
4.3 Restraints
4.3.1 High Capital Investment Requirements
4.4 Opportunity
4.4.1 Expansion Of Recycling Initiatives
4.5 Impact Analysis Of Covid-19
4.5.1 Impact On Overall Industrial Automation Equipment Industry
4.5.1.1 Manufacturing And Production Disruptions
4.5.1.2 Supply Chain Disruptions
4.5.1.3 Labor Shortages And Remote Work Challenges
4.5.1.4 Decreased Demand In Certain Sectors
4.5.1.5 Shift Toward Automation Adoption In Response To Covid-19
4.5.1.5.1 Economic Impact
4.5.1.5.2 Shift In Investment Patterns
4.5.1.5.3 Long-term Economic Resilience
4.5.2 Impact On Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market
4.5.2.1 Production And Supply Chain Disruptions
4.5.2.2 Declining Vehicle Sales And Demand For Steel Tubes
4.5.2.3 Impact On Electric Vehicle (Ev) Production And Lightweight Materials
4.5.2.4 Financial Struggles And Market Consolidation
4.5.3 Impact On Supply Chain
4.5.3.1 Price Variation Of Key Raw Materials
4.5.3.2 Production Shutdown
4.5.3.3 Cash Flow Constraints
4.5.3.4 Impact On Import/Export
4.5.4 Impact On Market Demand Of Automotive Steel Tubes
4.5.4.1 Impact Due To Restrictions/Lockdown
4.5.4.2 Consumer Sentiments
4.5.5 Impact On Pricing Of Automotive Steel Tubes Market
5 Market Factor Analysis
5.1 Supply/Value Chain Analysis
5.1.1 Threat Of New Entrants
5.1.2 Bargaining Power Of Suppliers
5.1.3 Bargaining Power Of Buyers
5.1.4 Threat Of Substitutes
5.1.5 Industry Rivalry
6 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Tube Type
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Seamless Steel Tubes
6.1.2 Welded Steel Tubes
6.1.3 Other Tube Types
6.1.3.1 Carbon Steel Tubes
6.1.3.2 Stainless Steel Tubes
6.1.3.3 Hybrid Material Tubes
7 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Application
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Chassis Components
7.1.2 Exhaust Systems
7.1.3 Drivetrain Components
7.1.4 Seating Structures
7.1.5 Structural Reinforcement (Body-in-white - Biw)
7.1.6 Others
8 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Vehicle Type
8.1 Introduction
8.1.1 Passenger Vehicles
8.1.1.1 Hatchbacks
8.1.1.2 Sedans
8.1.1.3 Suv’s
8.1.2 Light Commercial Vehicles (Lcvs)
8.1.3 Heavy Commercial Vehicles (Hcvs)
8.1.4 Electric Vehicles (Evs)
8.1.5 Others
8.1.6 0.1% Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
9 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Manufacturing Process
9.1 Introduction
9.1.1 Hot Rolled
9.1.2 Cold Drawn
9.1.3 Hydroformed
10 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Dimension
10.1 Introduction
10.1.1 Small (Below 50mm)
10.1.2 Medium (50mm - 150mm)
10.1.3 Large (Above 150mm)
11 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Country
11.1 Introduction
11.1.1 Poland
11.1.2 Czech Republic
11.1.3 Slovakia
11.1.4 Hungary
11.1.5 Slovenia
12 Competitive Landscape
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Market Share Analysis, 2024
12.3 Steel Tube Supply To Tier 1, Tier 2 And Tier 3 Suppliers Within Central Europe’s
Automotive Industry
12.3.1 Overview Of Steel Tube Consumption Across Automotive Tiers
12.3.1.1 Role Of Tier 1, Tier 2, And Tier 3 Suppliers In The Automotive Supply Chain
12.3.1.2 Steel Tube Requirements At Tier Levels
12.3.1.3 Key Differences In Tube Specifications For Each Tier Level
12.4 Volume Analysis: Steel Tube Supply To Tier 1, Tier 2, And Tier 3 Suppliers
12.4.1 Total Tonnage Supplied Across Tiers (2023-2024) In (Mn Tons)
12.4.2 Country-wise Supply Breakdown (Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia) In (K Tons)
12.4.3 Forecasted Demand (2025-2030) In (K Tons)
12.5 Key Automotive Applications By Tier (Tubes Usage Focus)
12.5.1 Tier 1: Chassis, Exhaust Systems, Structural Components
12.5.2 Tier 2: Sub-assemblies And System Modules
12.5.3 Components & Parts (Precision Tubes And Small Diameter Tubes)
12.6 Major Tier 1, Tier 2 And Tier 3 Customers And Their Tube Requirements
12.6.1 List Of Tier 1 Customers
12.6.2 List Of Tier 2 Customers
12.6.3 List Of Tier 3 Customers
12.6.4 Typical Tube Specifications Required (Size, Type, Coating) At Each Tier Level
12.7 Supply Chain Flow: From Steel Tube Manufacturers To Automotive Tiers
12.7.1 Direct Supply To Tier 1
12.7.2 Indirect Supply Via Tier 2 And Tier 3
12.7.3 Role Of Distributors And Logistics In Steel Tube Movement
12.8 Challenges And Opportunities In Supplying Steel Tubes To Automotive Tiers
12.8.1 Price Sensitivity Across Tiers
12.8.2 Demand Fluctuations Linked To Vehicle Production
12.8.3 Evolving Specifications Due To Lightweight And Ev Trends
13 Company Profiles
13.1 Arcelormittal
13.1.1 Company Overview
13.1.2 Products Offered
13.1.3 Swot Analysis
13.1.4 Key Strategy
13.2 Benteler International Ag
13.2.1 Company Overview
13.2.2 Products Offered
13.2.3 Swot Analysis
13.2.4 Key Strategy
13.3 Mannesmann Precision Tubes Gmbh (Salzgitter Group)
13.3.1 Company Overview
13.3.2 Products Offered
13.3.3 Swot Analysis
13.3.4 Key Strategy
13.4 Ceruti Trafileria S.P.A
13.4.1 Company Overview
13.4.2 Products Offered
13.4.3 Swot Analysis
13.4.4 Key Strategy
13.5 Fischer Group Of Companies
13.5.1 Company Overview
13.5.2 Products Offered
13.5.3 Swot Analysis
13.5.4 Key Strategy
14 Data Citations
List Of Tables
Table 1 Qfd Modeling For Market Share Assessment
Table 2 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Tube Type, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 3 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Tube Type, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 4 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 5 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 6 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 7 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 8 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 9 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Manufacturing Process, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 10 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Manufacturing Process, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 11 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Dimension, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 12 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Dimension, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 13 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Country, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 14 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Country, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 15 Poland Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Tube Type, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 16 Poland Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Tube Type, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 17 Poland Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 18 Poland Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 19 Poland Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 20 Poland Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 21 Poland Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Manufacturing Process, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 22 Poland Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Manufacturing Process, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 23 Poland Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Dimension, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 24 Poland Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Dimension, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 25 Czech Republic Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Tube Type, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 26 Czech Republic Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Tube Type, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 27 Czech Republic Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 28 Czech Republic Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 29 Czech Republic Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 30 Czech Republic Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 31 Czech Republic Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Manufacturing Process, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 32 Czech Republic Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Manufacturing Process, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 33 Czech Republic Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Dimension, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 34 Czech Republic Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Dimension, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 35 Slovakia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Tube Type, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 36 Slovakia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Tube Type, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 37 Slovakia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 38 Slovakia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 39 Slovakia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 40 Slovakia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 41 Slovakia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Manufacturing Process, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 42 Slovakia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Manufacturing Process, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 43 Slovakia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Dimension, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 44 Slovakia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Dimension, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 45 Hungary Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Tube Type, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 46 Hungary Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Tube Type, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 47 Hungary Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 48 Hungary Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 49 Hungary Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 50 Hungary Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 51 Hungary Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Manufacturing Process, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 52 Hungary Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Manufacturing Process, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 53 Hungary Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Dimension, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 54 Hungary Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Dimension, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 55 Slovenia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Tube Type, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 56 Slovenia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Tube Type, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 57 Slovenia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 58 Slovenia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 59 Slovenia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 60 Slovenia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Vehicle Type, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 61 Slovenia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Manufacturing Process, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 62 Slovenia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Manufacturing Process, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 63 Slovenia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Dimension, 2019–2035 (Usd Million)
Table 64 Slovenia Automotive Steel Tubes Estimates & Forecast, By Dimension, 2019–2035 (Kilo Tons)
Table 65 Arcelormittal Company: Products Offered
Table 66 Benteler International Ag: Products Offered
Table 67 Mannesmann Precision Tubes Gmbh (Salzgitter Group): Products Offered
Table 68 Ceruti Trafileria S.P.A.: Products Offered
Table 69 Fischer Group Of Companies: Products Offered 118
List Of Figures
Figure 1 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes: Structure
Figure 2 Porter's Five Forces Analysis Of The Automotive Steel Tubes
Figure 3 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Tube Type, 2024 (% Share)
Figure 4 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Tube Type, 2024 (% Share)
Figure 5 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Application, 2024 (% Share)
Figure 6 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Application, 2024 (% Share)
Figure 7 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Vehicle Type, 2024 (% Share)
Figure 8 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Vehicle Type, 2024 (% Share)
Figure 9 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Vehicle Type, 2024 (% Share)
Figure 10 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Vehicle Type, 2024 (% Share)
Figure 11 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Manufacturing Process, 2024 (% Share)
Figure 12 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Manufacturing Process, 2024 (% Share)
Figure 13 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Dimension, 2024 (% Share)
Figure 14 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market, By Dimension, 2024 (% Share)
Figure 15 Central Europe Automotive Steel Tubes Market Major Players Market Share Analysis, 2024 (%)
Figure 16 Arcelormittal Company: Swot Analysis
Figure 17 Benteler International Ag: Swot Analysis
Figure 18 Mannesmann Precision Tubes Gmbh (Salzgitter Group): Swot Analysis
Figure 19 Ceruti Trafileria S.P.A.: Swot Analysis
Figure 20 Fischer Group Of Companies: Swot Analysis
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