- Driving footwear refers to specialized shoes designed to provide better control, comfort, and safety while driving. These include flexible soles, enhanced grip patterns, and lightweight construction aimed at performance and precision.
- The market is gaining traction due to an increasing population of affluent consumers, a growing motorsport culture, especially in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, and expanding automotive aftermarket trends.
- UAE is expected to dominate the driving footwear market in the region, with a market share of approximately 29.85%, attributed to its high luxury vehicle penetration, vibrant tourism-driven retail sector, and strong motorsport influence.
- Saudi Arabia is projected to be the fastest-growing country, supported by liberalization in female driving laws, growing interest in motorsports, and increasing disposable incomes leading to higher vehicle ownership.
- The leather material segment is likely to retain dominance due to the association with luxury, durability in hot climates, and preferences among premium vehicle owners.
- The men’s footwear segment currently dominates due to higher car ownership among male drivers, especially in the sports and luxury segments. However, the women’s segment is rapidly expanding, particularly in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, with broader female driving participation and rising fashion consciousness.
