Motive Gear ring and pinion gear sets are the benchmark for aftermarket drivetrain performance, engineered to meet or exceed OEM specifications while delivering the strength and precision demanded by enthusiasts, professional installers, and competitive racers alike. As a division of Midwest Truck and Auto Parts, Motive Gear brings decades of metallurgical expertise and manufacturing excellence to every gear set in its lineup.
Industry-Leading Selection
Motive Gear offers one of the widest selections of ring and pinion gear sets in the aftermarket, covering an extensive range of domestic and import axle platforms. Whether re-gearing for taller tires, improving acceleration, optimizing towing performance, or building a dedicated off-road or race vehicle, Motive Gear has a ratio engineered for the application.
Precision Manufacturing
- 8620 and 9310 steel construction — first-run material, never recycled, for consistent metallurgical integrity
- CNC machining and computer-controlled heat treatment for tight, repeatable tolerances across every unit
- Double-lapped with index tooth spacing and central contact patterning for precise gear mesh, quiet operation, and easier setup
- In-house quality control lab continuously verifies strength, tolerance, and hardness before any product ships
Proven at the Highest Levels of Motorsport
Motive Gear products have been validated at the top levels of competitive motorsport, with appearances in the winner's circle at NHRA, IHRA, NMRA, NMCA, NASCAR, SODA, SCORE, BITD, and Ultra-4 events. The same gear technology trusted by professional race teams is available across the full product line — from OEM-replacement street sets to high-output performance gear sets built for modified, high-horsepower applications.
Warranty Coverage
- Standard gear sets carry a 1-year warranty against defects under normal driving conditions
- Performance gear sets are backed by an extended 2-year warranty
Motive Gear ring and pinion sets deliver the fit, durability, and confidence that professional installers and serious builders rely on — backed by a brand with one of the strongest track records in the drivetrain industry.