Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market - Size, Share & Industry Analysis

Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market Analysis

The Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market size is estimated at 1.16 Billion Liters in 2024, and is expected to reach 1.24 Billion Liters by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 3.39% during the forecast period (2024-2026).

Largest Segment by Vehicle Type - Commercial Vehicles : Due to the large average engine oil capacity of heavy-duty trucks, pickup trucks, and buses, Africa's commercial vehicle (CV) sector consumes the bulk of engine oil.
Fastest Segment by Vehicle Type - Passenger Vehicles : Since 2020, there has been an increase in demand for used SUVs in African nations like Egypt, which is projected to increase engine oil consumption in passenger vehicles.
Largest Country Market - Egypt : Egypt's significant lubricant consumption is attributable to the country's vehicle fleet and the growing average age of cars that require substantial lubricant usage.
Fastest Growing Country Market - Morocco : Morocco is fastest growing automotive engine oil consumer among all African countries due to its constant growth in domestic production and motor vehicle registrations.

Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market Trends

This section covers the major market trends shaping the Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market according to our research experts:

Largest Segment By Vehicle Type : Commercial Vehicles

Engine oils are the most used automotive lubricants among all the product types. During 2015-2019, the automotive engine oil consumption in the African region increased at a CAGR of 1.75%. In 2020, engine oils accounted for around 79% of the total automotive lubricant consumption volume in the region.
In 2020, the COVID-19 outbreak resulted in a huge decline in the usage of the existing African fleet due to a fall in business activities. As a result, engine oil consumption in the region decreased by around 5% during 2019-2020.
Along with the expected recovery in sales and production of automobiles, an increase in the penetration of electric vehicles is expected to have a slight impact on engine oil consumption. Considering these factors, engine oil consumption is expected to register a CAGR of 4% during 2021-2026.

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Largest Country : Egypt

During 2015-2019, automotive engine oil consumption in Africa increased at a CAGR of around 1.75%. Egypt was the leading consumer of automotive engine oils in the region, accounting for 30% of the total consumption in 2020.
Travel restrictions imposed after the COVID-19 outbreak restricted engine oil consumption across the region in 2020. South Africa was the most affected, as it witnessed an 8.5% drop in consumption during 2019-2020, followed by Egypt, which saw a decline of over 8%.
Morocco is likely to be the fastest-growing engine oil market. The consumption will likely register a CAGR of 5.71%, followed by South Africa and Egypt, which are expected to register a CAGR of 3.46% and 3.1%, respectively, during 2021-2026. The expected recovery in automotive sales and production from 2021 is anticipated to drive this growth.

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Africa Automotive Engine Oils Industry Overview

The Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market is moderately consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 47.62%. The major players in this market are BP PLC (Castrol), Engen Petroleum Ltd, ExxonMobil Corporation, Royal Dutch Shell PLC and TotalEnergies (sorted alphabetically).

Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market Leaders

BP PLC (Castrol)
Engen Petroleum Ltd
ExxonMobil Corporation
Royal Dutch Shell PLC
TotalEnergies

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market News

March 2022: FUCHS company introduced Maintain Fricofin and Titan GT1 Flex small pack lubricants for automotive applications.
January 2022: Effective April 1, ExxonMobil Corporation was organized along three business lines - ExxonMobil Upstream Company, ExxonMobil Product Solutions and ExxonMobil Low Carbon Solutions.
September 2021: Engen has made a ground-breaking development by launching its Engen App for the convenience of its customers. Engen will offer all its products and services through this app, making it easier for the consumers. This is expected to increase the sales of its lubricants and gain brand recognition in the region.

Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market Report - Table of Contents

1. Executive Summary & Key Findings
2. Introduction
1. 2.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
2. 2.2 Scope of the Study
3. 2.3 Research Methodology
3. Key Industry Trends
1. 3.1 Automotive Industry Trends
2. 3.2 Regulatory Framework
3. 3.3 Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis
4. Market Segmentation
1. 4.1 By Vehicle Type
  1. 4.1.1 Commercial Vehicles
  2. 4.1.2 Motorcycles
  3. 4.1.3 Passenger Vehicles
2. 4.2 By Product Grade
3. 4.3 By Country
  1. 4.3.1 Egypt
  2. 4.3.2 Morocco
  3. 4.3.3 Nigeria
  4. 4.3.4 South Africa
  5. 4.3.5 Rest of Africa
5. Competitive Landscape
1. 5.1 Key Strategic Moves
2. 5.2 Market Share Analysis
3. 5.3 Company Profiles
  1. 5.3.1 Afriquia
  2. 5.3.2 Astron Energy Pty Ltd
  3. 5.3.3 BP PLC (Castrol)
  4. 5.3.4 Engen Petroleum Ltd
  5. 5.3.5 ExxonMobil Corporation
  6. 5.3.6 FUCHS
  7. 5.3.7 Oando PLC
  8. 5.3.8 OLA Energy
  9. 5.3.9 Royal Dutch Shell PLC
  10. 5.3.10 TotalEnergies
6. Appendix
1. 6.1 Appendix-1 References
2. 6.2 Appendix-2 List of Tables & Figures
7. Key Strategic Questions for Lubricants CEOs

Africa Automotive Engine Oils Industry Segmentation

By Vehicle Type
		Commercial Vehicles
		Motorcycles
		Passenger Vehicles

By Country
		Egypt
		Morocco
		Nigeria
		South Africa
		Rest of Africa

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Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market Research FAQs

How big is the Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market?

The Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market size is expected to reach 1.16 billion Liters in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 3.39% to reach 1.24 billion Liters by 2026.

What is the current Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market size?

In 2024, the Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market size is expected to reach 1.16 billion Liters.

Who are the key players in Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market?

BP PLC (Castrol), Engen Petroleum Ltd, ExxonMobil Corporation, Royal Dutch Shell PLC and TotalEnergies are the major companies operating in the Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market.

Which segment has the biggest share in the Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market?

In the Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market, the Commercial Vehicles segment accounts for the largest share by vehicle type.

Which country has the biggest share in the Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market?

In 2024, Egypt accounts for the largest share by country in the Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market.

What years does this Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?

In 2023, the Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market size was estimated at 1.11 billion Liters. The report covers the Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market historical market size for years: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market size for years: 2024, 2025 and 2026.

Study Period	2015 - 2026
Base Year For Estimation	2020
Market Volume (2024)	1.16 Billion Liters
Market Volume (2026)	1.24 Billion Liters
CAGR (2024 - 2026)	3.39 %
Market Concentration	High

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Africa Automotive Engine Oils Market SIZE & SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS & FORECASTS UP TO 2026