Exporting engine oil filters to Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy and Spain

The market for oil filters follows the scale and structure of the EU5 vehicle fleet. Vehicle production figures have a minor impact on total demand as most car owners in the market change their oil filters yearly, putting annual demand at well over 100 million units. This market is attractive to any developing country (DC) supplier capable of manufacturing large volumes. The majority of oil filters are changed by independent workshops and there is a significant market for non-branded oil filters. The aftermarket sector is growing and is less consolidated than the OEM market, which makes entry into this sector easier. The most opportune markets for suppliers from developing countries are Germany and Italy.