Brakes and servo-brakes market in Czechia

Earlier Report Observations

The market for brakes and servo-brakes in Czechia contracted from $829 million in 2018 to $651 million in 2020. The significant drop in 2020 was influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, which disrupted global supply chains and affected the availability of components in the aftermarket. Recovery began in 2021, with the market growing to $867 million, supported by post-pandemic stabilization and consistent consumer demand for certified products meeting ECE safety standards.

Market growth continued from 2022 to 2024, reaching $1 139 million. This period was shaped by global factors including supply chain pressures and raw material price fluctuations, impacting component costs and availability. Demand remained robust as consumers and service networks preferred reliable brake systems, favoring quality aftermarket brands like RAP BRAKES, which supplies components conforming to European norms. The presence of major manufacturers, such as ZF with its production facilities in the country, also contributed to market activity.

Throughout the period, the regulatory framework defined by UNECE Regulations No. 13, 13-H, and 90 provided a stable baseline for brake component approval, marking, and safety, ensuring consistent quality standards for the market.

Production brakes and servo-brakes in Czechia

In value, 2018-2021, M $ US

After two consecutive years of decline, production of brakes and servo-brakes in Czechia rebounded. In 2021, output reached 1 179 million US dollars, marking a 14.2% increase compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production decreased by 18%, with a compound annual growth rate of 6.4%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 1 032 million US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 19.5%.

Annual dynamics of production in Czechia in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Exports brakes and servo-brakes from Czechia

Exports in kind, K t

Following a two-year decline, exports of brakes and servo-brakes from Czechia showed an upturn. In 2021, exports amounted to 208.3 thousand tonnes, representing a 7.2% year-over-year increase. Between 2018 and 2021, exports decreased by 17%, equating to an annualized rate of 6.0%. The minimum value was recorded in 2020 at 194.2 thousand tonnes, which also experienced the largest decline of 20.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, K t

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, Poland, and France remained the primary buyers of brakes and servo-brakes from Czechia in terms of volume. Germany accounted for 54.7% of exports, Poland for 7.1%, and France for 5.9%, collectively forming 67.8% of total exports.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Czechia in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, M $ US

After two years of decrease, Czechia's exports of brakes and servo-brakes in value terms increased. In 2021, exports totaled 1 398 million US dollars, a 3.8% rise compared to the previous year. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports decreased by 24.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 8.9%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 1 347 million US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 17.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Germany, France, and Slovakia led as the top buyers of brakes and servo-brakes from Czechia in value terms. Germany held 52.4% of exports, France 6.0%, and Slovakia 4.7%, with their combined share reaching 63.1% of total exports.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Czechia in value, 2018-2021

Imports brakes and servo-brakes to Czechia

Imports in kind, K t

After a two-year drop, imports of brakes and servo-brakes into Czechia rose. In 2021, imports stood at 195.9 thousand tonnes, showing a 7.8% increase compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, imports decreased by 16%, equating to an annualized rate of 5.6%. The minimum value was recorded in 2020 at 181.6 thousand tonnes, which also recorded the largest decline of 20.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, K t

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, Slovakia, and Italy were the main suppliers of brakes and servo-brakes to Czechia in volume terms. Germany accounted for 23.9% of imports, Slovakia for 13.8%, and Italy for 13.2%, together comprising 50.9% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Czechia in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, M $ US

Following a two-year reduction, imports of brakes and servo-brakes into Czechia in value terms increased. In 2021, imports amounted to 1 086 million US dollars, a solid 12.4% uptick from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports decreased by 12.5%, equating to an annualized rate of 4.3%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 966 million US dollars, which also experienced the largest decline of 15.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

In the period from 2018 to 2021, Germany, Italy, and Slovakia formed the primary cluster of markets for imports of brakes and servo-brakes into Czechia in value terms. Germany accounted for 27.8% of imports, Italy for 14.1%, and Slovakia for 12.8%, with a combined share of 54.8% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Czechia in value, 2018-2021