Nissens Ignition Coil is a significant, strategic expansion of the Engine Efficiency category that introduces a system-critical component essential to engine performance and emissions control.
The innovation directly results from joining forces with Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP), a global leader in aftermarket and OE automotive components. Backed by SMP's immense manufacturing footprint of 19 facilities across 11 countries and its advanced engineering capabilities, Nissens reinforces its commitment to delivering premium-quality, business growth-enabling solutions to the global Independent Automotive Aftermarket.
Market opportunity ignited with confidence
Despite the ongoing electrification of mobility, internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles will continue to dominate the European car parc well into future decades. With an average vehicle age of over 13 years and ICE vehicles projected to represent the majority of the fleet in 2035, the ignition coil creates a robust market opportunity as a high-replacement, high-demand component.
Nissens' ignition coil offering is designed to meet the long-term aftermarket need, providing a competitive, future-proof solution for current and upcoming vehicle models. The initial range includes a Competitive, Business-Ready Offering and will expand continuously.
Engineered for Performance & Reliability
Nissens Ignition Coils are manufactured in advanced, in-house, among other European-based, ISO, and IATF 16949-certified facilities, ensuring Genuine Nissens Quality. This highest standard means the coils are built with advanced materials and undergo rigorous performance and lifespan testing to provide high-performance, reliable ignition even under harsh working conditions.
Moreover, selected Nissens coil models feature targeted engineering improvements that address known OE and aftermarket coil weaknesses. These enhancements result in longer service life and improved ignition performance.
Driving Success for the Aftermarket
The Nissens Ignition Coil line is a thoroughly prepared, business-enabling solution created to offer tangible value for spare parts distributors and professional mechanics. Distributors can benefit from a trusted brand offering a thoroughly developed product with broad vehicle coverage, excellent product data, and supreme availability: a solution ready to support sales growth from day one. Professional mechanics, in turn, will gain access to a high-performance, reliable part that assures first-time-right repairs, thus helping them deliver quality service and provide reliable workshop revenue.
“Nissens Ignition Coil fully supports the aftermarket's needs. It is a product designed, manufactured, and tested to secure excellent engine ignition performance. The design solutions we developed for specific models make our coil unique and bring it beyond the known market standards for the component's performance and longevity. With this launch, we again prove Nissens' dedication to supporting the aftermarket with solutions that combine technical excellence, market relevance, and customer value. “
-Lærke Louise Vexborg, Product Category Manager, Nissens Automotive
Nissens Ignition Coils - initial range
230+ item numbers
1000+ OE references
65+% EU car parc coverage
All major coil types: Standard, Pencil, Coil-on-Plug (COP), Rail, and Block

- Outstanding ignition coil performance across critical parameters – including higher spark energy, extended discharge duration, and proper impedance – ensures long service life, robust, stable ignition, and enhanced combustion efficiency.
- Unique design solutions reduce stress impact on the coil's internal components.
- Moisture-repellent features to eliminate coil failure from moisture ingress
- Premium-grade materials for key components for extended durability and superior performance
Nissens Ignition Coil will be presented at the 2025 industry tradeshows, Automechanika - Dubai, and Shanghai.
For more information about the Nissens Ignition Coil range, contact your local Nissens representative.