Vietnam Driveline Market Report Size Share Growth Drivers Trends Opportunities & Forecast 2025–2030

The Vietnam driveline market, worth USD 930 million, is growing due to rising vehicle sales, electric systems adoption, and urbanization in key cities like Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi.

Region:Asia

Author(s):Dev

Product Code:KRAA5322

Pages:84

Published On:January 2026

About the Report

Base Year 2025

Vietnam Driveline Market Overview

  • The Vietnam Driveline Market is valued at USD 930 million, based on a five-year historical analysis. This growth is primarily driven by the increasing demand for vehicles, advancements in automotive technology, a shift towards more efficient driveline systems, rapid expansion in domestic manufacturing, and rising adoption of electric two-wheelers. The market has seen a surge in both passenger and commercial vehicle sales, reflecting the country's expanding economy and urbanization trends.
  • Key cities such as Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi dominate the market due to their high population density and economic activity. These urban centers are hubs for automotive manufacturing and sales, attracting both domestic and international players. The growing middle class in these regions is also contributing to the rising demand for personal and commercial vehicles.
  • The Decision No. 876/QD-TTg, 2022 issued by the Prime Minister of Vietnam approves the National Strategy on Green Growth for the period 2021-2030, with vision to 2050, requiring electric vehicle manufacturers to meet localization rates of at least 20% by 2025 and 40% by 2030, while providing tax incentives and subsidies for compliant production and consumer adoption to promote sustainable transportation solutions.
Vietnam Driveline Market Size

Vietnam Driveline Market Segmentation

By Type:The driveline market can be segmented into various types, including Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission, Hybrid Driveline Systems, Electric Driveline Systems, and Others. Among these, Automatic Transmission is gaining significant traction due to its ease of use and increasing consumer preference for convenience in driving. The demand for Electric Driveline Systems is also on the rise, driven by the government's push for electric vehicles and sustainability.

Vietnam Driveline Market segmentation by Type.

By End-User:The market is also segmented by end-user applications, including Passenger Vehicles, Commercial Vehicles, Two-Wheelers, and Others. The Passenger Vehicles segment is the largest, driven by the increasing purchasing power of consumers and the growing trend of personal vehicle ownership. Commercial Vehicles are also significant, supported by the expansion of logistics and transportation services in urban areas.

Vietnam Driveline Market segmentation by End-User.

Vietnam Driveline Market Competitive Landscape

The Vietnam Driveline Market is characterized by a dynamic mix of regional and international players. Leading participants such as Thaco Group, SAMCO, VinFast, Toyota Motor Vietnam, Honda Vietnam, Ford Vietnam, Mitsubishi Motors Vietnam, Isuzu Vietnam, Hino Motors Vietnam, Nissan Vietnam, Hyundai Thanh Cong, Mercedes-Benz Vietnam, Piaggio Vietnam, Suzuki Vietnam, Kia Motors Vietnam contribute to innovation, geographic expansion, and service delivery in this space.

Thaco Group

1977

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

VinFast

2017

Hai Phong, Vietnam

Toyota Motor Vietnam

1995

Vinh Phuc, Vietnam

Honda Vietnam

1996

Hanoi, Vietnam

Ford Vietnam

1995

Hai Duong, Vietnam

Company

Establishment Year

Headquarters

Group Size (Large, Medium, or Small as per industry convention)

Revenue Growth Rate

Market Penetration Rate

Customer Retention Rate

Pricing Strategy

Product Innovation Rate

Vietnam Driveline Market Industry Analysis

Growth Drivers

  • Increasing Demand for Fuel-Efficient Vehicles:The Vietnamese automotive market is witnessing a significant shift towards fuel-efficient vehicles, driven by rising fuel prices and environmental concerns. In future, the average fuel price in Vietnam reached approximately 27,000 VND per liter, prompting consumers to seek vehicles that offer better mileage. The government’s target to reduce fuel consumption by 20% by future further supports this trend, indicating a robust market for driveline technologies that enhance fuel efficiency.
  • Expansion of Automotive Manufacturing:Vietnam's automotive manufacturing sector is projected to grow, with over 550,000 vehicles produced in future, a 10% increase from the previous year. This growth is fueled by foreign investments, with companies like Toyota and Honda expanding their production facilities. The government aims to increase local content in vehicles to 40% by future, creating a favorable environment for driveline component manufacturers to thrive and innovate within the local market.
  • Government Initiatives for Electric Vehicles:The Vietnamese government has set ambitious goals for electric vehicle (EV) adoption, targeting 1 million EVs on the road by future. In future, the government allocated 1.2 trillion VND to support EV infrastructure development, including charging stations. This initiative is expected to stimulate demand for advanced driveline systems tailored for electric and hybrid vehicles, positioning Vietnam as a competitive player in the EV market in Southeast Asia.

Market Challenges

  • Intense Competition Among Local and International Players:The Vietnamese driveline market is characterized by fierce competition, with over 35 local and international manufacturers vying for market share. In future, the market saw a 15% increase in new entrants, intensifying price wars and innovation races. This competitive landscape poses challenges for existing players to maintain profitability while investing in research and development to keep pace with technological advancements.
  • Regulatory Compliance and Standards:Navigating the complex regulatory environment in Vietnam presents significant challenges for driveline manufacturers. In future, the government introduced new emission standards that require compliance by future, necessitating substantial investments in technology upgrades. Failure to meet these standards could result in penalties and loss of market access, compelling manufacturers to adapt quickly to evolving regulations while managing operational costs effectively.

Vietnam Driveline Market Future Outlook

The Vietnam driveline market is poised for transformative growth, driven by technological advancements and a shift towards sustainable solutions. As the government continues to promote electric vehicles and infrastructure development, manufacturers are likely to invest in innovative driveline technologies. Additionally, the increasing focus on automation and lightweight materials will enhance production efficiency and product performance. These trends indicate a dynamic market landscape, where adaptability and strategic partnerships will be crucial for success in the coming years.

Market Opportunities

  • Growth in Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Segments:The rising consumer interest in electric and hybrid vehicles presents a lucrative opportunity for driveline manufacturers. With the government’s commitment to EV incentives, the market for electric driveline components is expected to expand significantly, potentially reaching 220,000 units by future, creating a demand for innovative technologies and solutions.
  • Investment in Infrastructure Development:Vietnam's ongoing investment in transportation infrastructure, projected at 2.5 trillion VND by future, will enhance the automotive ecosystem. This investment will facilitate the growth of driveline manufacturers by improving supply chain logistics and access to markets, ultimately driving demand for advanced driveline systems that meet evolving consumer needs.

Scope of the Report

SegmentSub-Segments
By Type

Manual Transmission

Automatic Transmission

Hybrid Driveline Systems

Electric Driveline Systems

Others

By End-User

Passenger Vehicles

Commercial Vehicles

Two-Wheelers

Others

By Vehicle Segment

Economy Segment

Luxury Segment

SUV Segment

Others

By Component Type

Gearboxes

Driveshafts

Differentials

Others

By Fuel Type

Petrol

Diesel

Electric

Others

By Distribution Channel

Direct Sales

Online Sales

Dealerships

Others

By Policy Support

Government Subsidies

Tax Incentives

Research Grants

Others

Key Target Audience

Investors and Venture Capitalist Firms

Government and Regulatory Bodies (e.g., Ministry of Industry and Trade, Vietnam Register)

Manufacturers and Producers

Distributors and Retailers

Automotive Component Suppliers

Industry Associations (e.g., Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association)

Financial Institutions

Logistics and Transportation Companies

Players Mentioned in the Report:

Thaco Group

SAMCO

VinFast

Toyota Motor Vietnam

Honda Vietnam

Ford Vietnam

Mitsubishi Motors Vietnam

Isuzu Vietnam

Hino Motors Vietnam

Nissan Vietnam

Hyundai Thanh Cong

Mercedes-Benz Vietnam

Piaggio Vietnam

Suzuki Vietnam

Kia Motors Vietnam

Table of Contents

Market Assessment Phase

1. Executive Summary and Approach


2. Vietnam Driveline Market Overview

2.1 Key Insights and Strategic Recommendations

2.2 Vietnam Driveline Market Overview

2.3 Definition and Scope

2.4 Evolution of Market Ecosystem

2.5 Timeline of Key Regulatory Milestones

2.6 Value Chain & Stakeholder Mapping

2.7 Business Cycle Analysis

2.8 Policy & Incentive Landscape


3. Vietnam Driveline Market Analysis

3.1 Growth Drivers

3.1.1 Increasing demand for fuel-efficient vehicles
3.1.2 Expansion of automotive manufacturing
3.1.3 Government initiatives for electric vehicles
3.1.4 Rising consumer purchasing power

3.2 Market Challenges

3.2.1 Intense competition among local and international players
3.2.2 Regulatory compliance and standards
3.2.3 Supply chain disruptions
3.2.4 Fluctuating raw material prices

3.3 Market Opportunities

3.3.1 Growth in electric and hybrid vehicle segments
3.3.2 Investment in infrastructure development
3.3.3 Technological advancements in driveline systems
3.3.4 Strategic partnerships with local manufacturers

3.4 Market Trends

3.4.1 Shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly driveline solutions
3.4.2 Increasing adoption of automation in manufacturing
3.4.3 Rise of connected vehicle technologies
3.4.4 Focus on lightweight materials for driveline components

3.5 Government Regulation

3.5.1 Emission standards for vehicles
3.5.2 Incentives for electric vehicle production
3.5.3 Safety regulations for automotive components
3.5.4 Import tariffs on automotive parts

4. SWOT Analysis


5. Stakeholder Analysis


6. Porter's Five Forces Analysis


7. Vietnam Driveline Market Market Size, 2019-2024

7.1 By Value

7.2 By Volume

7.3 By Average Selling Price


8. Vietnam Driveline Market Segmentation

8.1 By Type

8.1.1 Manual Transmission
8.1.2 Automatic Transmission
8.1.3 Hybrid Driveline Systems
8.1.4 Electric Driveline Systems
8.1.5 Others

8.2 By End-User

8.2.1 Passenger Vehicles
8.2.2 Commercial Vehicles
8.2.3 Two-Wheelers
8.2.4 Others

8.3 By Vehicle Segment

8.3.1 Economy Segment
8.3.2 Luxury Segment
8.3.3 SUV Segment
8.3.4 Others

8.4 By Component Type

8.4.1 Gearboxes
8.4.2 Driveshafts
8.4.3 Differentials
8.4.4 Others

8.5 By Fuel Type

8.5.1 Petrol
8.5.2 Diesel
8.5.3 Electric
8.5.4 Others

8.6 By Distribution Channel

8.6.1 Direct Sales
8.6.2 Online Sales
8.6.3 Dealerships
8.6.4 Others

8.7 By Policy Support

8.7.1 Government Subsidies
8.7.2 Tax Incentives
8.7.3 Research Grants
8.7.4 Others

9. Vietnam Driveline Market Competitive Analysis

9.1 Market Share of Key Players

9.2 Cross Comparison of Key Players

9.2.1 Company Name
9.2.2 Group Size (Large, Medium, or Small as per industry convention)
9.2.3 Revenue Growth Rate
9.2.4 Market Penetration Rate
9.2.5 Customer Retention Rate
9.2.6 Pricing Strategy
9.2.7 Product Innovation Rate
9.2.8 Operational Efficiency
9.2.9 Supply Chain Reliability
9.2.10 Brand Recognition

9.3 SWOT Analysis of Top Players

9.4 Pricing Analysis

9.5 Detailed Profile of Major Companies

9.5.1 Thaco Group
9.5.2 SAMCO
9.5.3 VinFast
9.5.4 Toyota Motor Vietnam
9.5.5 Honda Vietnam
9.5.6 Ford Vietnam
9.5.7 Mitsubishi Motors Vietnam
9.5.8 Isuzu Vietnam
9.5.9 Hino Motors Vietnam
9.5.10 Nissan Vietnam
9.5.11 Hyundai Thanh Cong
9.5.12 Mercedes-Benz Vietnam
9.5.13 Piaggio Vietnam
9.5.14 Suzuki Vietnam
9.5.15 Kia Motors Vietnam

10. Vietnam Driveline Market End-User Analysis

10.1 Procurement Behavior of Key Ministries

10.1.1 Ministry of Transport
10.1.2 Ministry of Industry and Trade
10.1.3 Ministry of Finance
10.1.4 Others

10.2 Corporate Spend on Infrastructure & Energy

10.2.1 Automotive Sector Investments
10.2.2 Infrastructure Development Projects
10.2.3 Energy Efficiency Initiatives
10.2.4 Others

10.3 Pain Point Analysis by End-User Category

10.3.1 Cost of Ownership
10.3.2 Maintenance Challenges
10.3.3 Availability of Spare Parts
10.3.4 Others

10.4 User Readiness for Adoption

10.4.1 Awareness of New Technologies
10.4.2 Financial Readiness
10.4.3 Training and Support Needs
10.4.4 Others

10.5 Post-Deployment ROI and Use Case Expansion

10.5.1 Performance Metrics
10.5.2 User Feedback Mechanisms
10.5.3 Scalability of Solutions
10.5.4 Others

11. Vietnam Driveline Market Future Size, 2025-2030

11.1 By Value

11.2 By Volume

11.3 By Average Selling Price


Go-To-Market Strategy Phase

1. Whitespace Analysis + Business Model Canvas

1.1 Market Gaps Identification

1.2 Business Model Development


2. Marketing and Positioning Recommendations

2.1 Branding Strategies

2.2 Product USPs


3. Distribution Plan

3.1 Urban Retail Strategies

3.2 Rural NGO Tie-ups


4. Channel & Pricing Gaps

4.1 Underserved Routes

4.2 Pricing Bands


5. Unmet Demand & Latent Needs

5.1 Category Gaps

5.2 Consumer Segments


6. Customer Relationship

6.1 Loyalty Programs

6.2 After-sales Service


7. Value Proposition

7.1 Sustainability Initiatives

7.2 Integrated Supply Chains


8. Key Activities

8.1 Regulatory Compliance

8.2 Branding Efforts

8.3 Distribution Setup


9. Entry Strategy Evaluation

9.1 Domestic Market Entry Strategy

9.1.1 Product Mix
9.1.2 Pricing Band
9.1.3 Packaging

9.2 Export Entry Strategy

9.2.1 Target Countries
9.2.2 Compliance Roadmap

10. Entry Mode Assessment

10.1 Joint Ventures

10.2 Greenfield Investments

10.3 Mergers & Acquisitions

10.4 Distributor Model


11. Capital and Timeline Estimation

11.1 Capital Requirements

11.2 Timelines


12. Control vs Risk Trade-Off

12.1 Ownership vs Partnerships


13. Profitability Outlook

13.1 Breakeven Analysis

13.2 Long-term Sustainability


14. Potential Partner List

14.1 Distributors

14.2 Joint Ventures

14.3 Acquisition Targets


15. Execution Roadmap

15.1 Phased Plan for Market Entry

15.1.1 Market Setup
15.1.2 Market Entry
15.1.3 Growth Acceleration
15.1.4 Scale & Stabilize

15.2 Key Activities and Milestones

15.2.1 Activity Planning
15.2.2 Milestone Tracking

Research Methodology

ApproachModellingSample

Phase 1: Approach1

Desk Research

  • Industry reports from Vietnamese automotive associations and government publications
  • Market analysis from trade journals focusing on driveline technologies and trends
  • Statistical data from the General Statistics Office of Vietnam regarding vehicle production and sales

Primary Research

  • Interviews with engineers and product managers at leading driveline manufacturers
  • Surveys with automotive industry analysts and market experts
  • Field visits to manufacturing plants to observe production processes and technologies

Validation & Triangulation

  • Cross-validation of findings through multiple data sources including trade publications and expert opinions
  • Triangulation of market size estimates using historical data and current trends
  • Sanity checks through feedback from industry panels and focus groups

Phase 2: Market Size Estimation1

Top-down Assessment

  • Analysis of total automotive market size in Vietnam and its growth trajectory
  • Segmentation of the driveline market by vehicle type (passenger cars, commercial vehicles)
  • Incorporation of government policies promoting electric and hybrid vehicles

Bottom-up Modeling

  • Volume estimates based on production data from major automotive manufacturers in Vietnam
  • Cost analysis of driveline components including transmission systems and axles
  • Estimation of market share for key players based on sales data and production capacity

Forecasting & Scenario Analysis

  • Multi-variable forecasting using economic indicators and automotive sales trends
  • Scenario analysis based on potential shifts in consumer preferences towards electric vehicles
  • Development of baseline, optimistic, and pessimistic market projections through 2030

Phase 3: CATI Sample Composition1

Scope Item/SegmentSample SizeTarget Respondent Profiles
Passenger Vehicle Driveline Components45Product Managers, R&D Engineers
Commercial Vehicle Driveline Systems38Operations Managers, Fleet Supervisors
Electric Vehicle Driveline Innovations42Technical Directors, Sustainability Officers
Aftermarket Driveline Services35Service Managers, Parts Distributors
Driveline Manufacturing Processes40Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Control Managers

Frequently Asked Questions

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