Global Markets for Automotive Sensor Technologies

Report Code: IAS018J

Publish Date: Feb 2025

Publisher: BCC Publishing

Category: Instrumentation and Sensors

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Report Highlights

The global market for automotive sensor technologies was valued at $37.0 billion in 2023. This market is expected to grow from $37.8 billion in 2024 to $51.6 billion by 2029, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4% from 2024 through 2029.

Report Includes

  • 186 data tables and 52 additional tables
  • An analysis of the current and future global markets for automotive sensor technologies
  • Analyses of global market trends, with market revenue data (sales figures) for 2023, estimates for 2024, forecasts for 2025, 2027, and projected CAGRs through 2029
  • Estimates of the market size and revenue forecasts for the global market for automotive sensor technologies, with market share analysis by sensor type, vehicle type, propulsion technology, sales channel, application, and region
  • A look at the development and deployment of sensing technologies and advanced electronic systems, and their challenges
  • Information on advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and hybrid and electric vehicles
  • Discussion of the rising demand for convenience, comfort, safety, efficiency and environmental protection
  • Discussions of the market dynamics, opportunities and challenges, as well as emerging technologies
  • Insights derived from the Porter’s Five Forces model, as well as global supply chain analyses and case studies
  • Analysis of patent activity, featuring key granted and published patents
  • Overview of the sustainability trends and ESG developments in the industry, with emphasis on the ESG practices of leading companies, their ESG rankings, and consumer attitudes
  • Competitive intelligence, including companies’ market shares, recent M&A activity and venture funding
  • Profiles of the leading companies, including Bosch Mobility, Continental AG, Denso Corp., Sensata Technologies Inc., and Infineon Technologies AG

Report Scope

The report provides an overview and analysis of the global market for automotive sensor technologies and the leading companies’ products and initiatives. Using 2023 as the base year, the report provides estimated market data for 2024, and a forecast of market values from 2024 through 2029. It also discusses the automotive sensor types, their applications, and sensor deployment trends in different types of vehicles. Projected revenue values are in constant U.S. dollars that have not been adjusted for inflation. Two-wheelers and agricultural and industrial vehicles are beyond the scope of this study.

This report segments the global market is by:

  • Sensor type: Chemical and gas sensors, rotational motion sensors, angular and linear position sensors, image and vision sensors, mass airflow sensors, accelerometers, radar and light detection and ranging (LiDAR) sensors, temperature sensors, pressure sensors, Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and others (humidity sensors, acoustic sensors, rain sensors, light sensors, proximity sensors).
  • Vehicle type: Passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles. The commercial vehicles segment is further segmented into light commercial vehicles (LCVs) and heavy commercial vehicles (HCVs).
  • Propulsion technology: Internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and alternative fuel vehicles.
  • Application: Powertrain, driver support, comfort and convenience, vehicle safety and security, vehicle control, and others (sensors for miscellaneous applications in alternative fuel vehicles and autonomous and semi-autonomous vehicles).
  • Sales channel: Original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and aftermarket. In the context of this report, OEM refers to the sales channel through which sensor providers directly sell to automotive manufacturers. Aftermarket refers to the channel where sensor solutions are sold by dealers, retailers and partners for vehicle upgrades, modifications, and repair purposes.
  • Region: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World (RoW).

Report Synopsis

Report Metrics Details
Base year considered 2023
Forecast period considered 2024-2029
Base year market size $37.0 Billion
Market size forecast $51.6 Billion
Growth rate CAGR of 6.4% from 2024 to 2029
Units considered $ Millions
Segments covered Sensor Type, Vehicle Type, Propulsion Technology, Sales Channel, Application, and Region
Regions covered North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World (RoW)
Countries covered The U.S., Canada, Mexico, Japan, China, India, Australia, South Korea, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, and Others
Key Market Drivers
  • Growing consumer awareness of the importance of vehicle safety.
  • Increasing demand for connected and smart vehicles.
  • Surge in the use of EVs.
  • Innovations in vehicle connectivity and V2X communications.
  • Integration of 5G technology in sensors.
Companies studied
APTIVALLEGRO MICROSYSTEMS INC.
AMPHENOL CORP.ANALOG DEVICES INC.
CONTINENTAL AGDENSO CORP.
INFINEON TECHNOLOGIES AGMELEXIS
NXP SEMICONDUCTORSPANASONIC CORP.
ROBERT BOSCH GMBHSEMICONDUCTOR COMPONENTS INDUSTRIES LLC.
SENSATA TECHNOLOGIES INC.TE CONNECTIVITY
TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INC.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The global market for automotive sensor technologies was valued at $37.0 billion in 2023 and will reach $51.6 billion by 2029 with a CAGR of 6.4%.
Key drivers include:
  • Growing vehicle safety regulations and consumer awareness.
  • Increasing demand for connected and smart vehicles.
  • Rapid surge in the adoption of electric vehicles.
The market is segmented based on sensor type, vehicle type, propulsion technology, application, and region.
The chemical and gas sensors segment will dominate the market by 2029.
Asia-Pacific holds the highest share of the global market.

Analyst Credentials

BCC Research Team possesses expertise and experience in life and physical science domains. They specialize in offering valuable business insights, including industry analysis, competitor intelligence, strategic and financial analysis, and opportunity assessment. The team has in-depth knowledge of various sectors, including healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, IT, automation, advanced materials, and energy. They are proficient in qualitative and quantitative market intelligence providing clients with actionable insights. With a vast understanding of the competitive landscape, the team can support clients in making data-driven decisions to help them achieve a competitive edge in their respective markets.

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Table of Contents

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Title/Chapter NamePagesMember Price
Full Report: Global Markets for Automotive Sensor Technologies290Free
Chapter- 1: Executive Summary5Free
Chapter- 2: Market Overview10Free
Chapter- 3: Market Dynamics4Free
Chapter- 4: Emerging Technologies and Developments4Free
Chapter- 5: Market Segmentation Analysis198Free
Chapter- 6: Competitive Intelligence6Free
Chapter- 7: Sustainability in the Automotive Sensor Industry: ESG Perspective3Free
Chapter- 8: Appendix60Free
Published - Nov-2020| Analyst - Srinivasa Rajaram| Code - IAS018H

Report Highlights

The global market for automobile sensors should grow from $25.9 billion in 2020 to $78.9 billion by 2025, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.4% for the period of 2020-2025.

Report Includes

  • 94 data tables and 31 additional tables
  • An overview of the global markets for automotive sensor technologies
  • Analyses of global market trends with data from 2019, estimates for 2020 and 2021, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2026
  • Market share analysis of sensors for automotive vehicles by technology type, end user, application segment and major geographical regions covering North America, Europe, APAC and Rest of the World
  • A look at the development and deployment of number of sensing technologies and details of the advanced electronic systems, and their challenges
  • Information on advance driver assistance systems (ADAS) and hybrid and electric vehicles and discussion on the increased demand for convenience, comfort, safety, efficiency and environmental protection, all of which are contributing to the growth of the market
  • Detailed analysis of the current market trends, market forecast, drivers, challenges, and opportunities affecting market growth and discussion of technological, regulatory and competitive elements as well as economic trends affecting the future marketplace for vehicular sensor technologies
  • Coverage of U.S. patents issued for developments in automotive sensor technologies by all major categories including year of issue, country, number of patents issued to different companies and type of technology or process
  • Company profiles of major sensors manufacturers including ABB Ltd., Bosch Sensortec Gmbh, Crossbow Technologies Inc., ELESYS North America Inc., Hitachi Automotive Systems, Honeywell Sensing & Controls, Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd., and Valeo S.A.
Published - Feb-2019| Analyst - Srinivasa Rajaram| Code - IAS018G

Report Highlights

The global market for automobile sensors should grow from $35.4 billion in 2018 to $66.2 billion by 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.4% from 2018 to 2023.

Report Includes

  • 97 data tables and 28 additional tables
  • Industry analysis and a brief overview of the global markets for automotive sensor technologies
  • Analyses of global market trends with data from 2017 and 2018, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2023
  • Qualitative and quantitative study of sensors for automotive vehicles’ market by technology type, end user, application segment and major geographical regions covering North America, Europe, APAC and Rest of the World
  • Details on key areas in the production of an automobile that have advanced with the use of sensors, and the markets for these sensors in various applications and regions
  • A look at the development and deployment of number of sensing technologies and the introduction of advanced electronic systems, and the challenges regarding their robustness, reliability, quality and cost
  • Information on the increased demand for convenience, comfort, safety, efficiency and environmental protection, all of which are contributing to the growth of the market
  • Discussion of technological, regulatory and competitive elements as well as economic trends affecting the future marketplace for vehicular sensor technologies
  • Coverage of U.S. patents issued for developments in automotive sensor technologies by all major categories including year of issue, country, number of patents issued to different companies and type of technology or process
  • Examination of the competitive landscape and company profiles of major sensors manufacturers, including Analog Devices Inc. (ADI), Autoliv Inc., Continental Automotive Electronics LLC, Continental AG, Delphi Automotive PLC, GE Measurement & Control Solutions, Hitachi Automotive Systems, Honeywell Sensing & Controls and Valeo S.A.
Published - Apr-2016| Analyst - Srinivasa Rajaram| Code - IAS018F

Report Highlights

The global market for automobile sensors reached nearly $23.5 billion in 2015, $26.3 billion in 2016, and should reach $43.4 billion by 2021, a five year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6% from 2016 to 2021.

Report Includes

  • An overview of the global markets for automotive sensor technology, where automobiles are considered to include all passenger cars, light commercial vehicles (LCVs), heavy commercial vehicles (HCVs) and buses.
  • Analyses of global market trends, with data from 2015, estimates for 2016, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2021.
  • Details covering key areas in the production of an automobile that have advanced with the use of sensors, and the markets for these sensors in various applications and regions.
  • A look at the development and deployment of a number of sensing technologies and the introduction of advanced electronic systems, and the challenges regarding their robustness, reliability, quality and cost.
  • Information on the increased demand for convenience, comfort, safety, efficiency and environmental protection, all of which are factors driving market growth.
  • Profiles of leading companies in the industry.
Published - May-2014| Analyst - Srinivasa Rajaram| Code - IAS018E

Report Highlights

BCC Research estimates that the global market for automobile sensors will grow from $22.1 billion in 2015 to reach nearly $35.2 billion in 2020, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7% for the five year period.

Report Includes

  • An overview of the global market for automotive sensor technology.
  • Analyses of global market trends, with estimates for 2015, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2020.
  • Details on key areas in the production of an automobile that have advanced with the use of sensors, and the markets for these sensors in various applications and regions.
  • Information on the increased demand for convenience, comfort, safety, efficiency and environmental protection, all of which are factors driving market growth.
  • Profiles of leading companies in the industry.
Published - Apr-2012| Analyst - Srinivasa Rajaram| Code - IAS018D

Report Highlights

The global market for automobile sensors was $14.1 billion in 2011 and is expected to reach nearly $15.2 billion by 2012. BCC projects this market to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7% reaching $22.1 billion in 2017.

Published - Mar-2010| Analyst - Srinivasa Rajaram| Code - IAS018C

Report Highlights

  • The market for automotive sensors fell from $12.7 billion in 2008 to $12.6 billion in 2009. Longer term growth is expected, rising at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7% over the period 2010 to 2015 to reach $19.1 billion by 2015, bolstered by new application opportunities and emerging regions.
  • The applications of sensors in automobiles using alternate fuels will experience the highest compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.7%, increasing in value from $950 million in 2010 to $1.7 billion in 2015.
  • The market for sensors in power-train applications is expected to be higher than other applications, increasing from $6 billion in 2010 to $8.6 billion in 2015, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%.

Published - Sep-2007| Analyst - Dan Pepper| Code - IAS018B

Report Highlights

  • The global market for automotive sensor technologies increased from $7.3 billion in 2006 to an estimated $8.0 billion by the end of 2007. It should reach $13.5 billion by 2012, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.8%.
  • Power train sensors account for the largest share of the market, worth an estimated $4.7 billion in 2007 and expected to reach $7.7 billion by 2012, a CAGR of 10.5%.
  • In the future, sensor technology will manage driver commutes, help avoid accidents and conduct body scans to put people in the most comfortable driving position.
Published - Nov-2005| Analyst - B.L. Gupta| Code - IAS018A

Report Highlights

  • The more than $10 billion worldwide automotive sensor market in 2005 will continue to increase at an average annual growth rate (AAGR) of 6% to $14.2 billion in 2010.
  • Automotive safety represents a growing and the most stable market due to influences from national governments, consumers and the automakers themselves. Through 2010, this segment will show the most expansion at an AAGR of 13.7%. In-cabin systems will rise at an AAGR of 6.2%.
  • During the period, position, speed and oxygen sensors will rise at an AAGR of 6.7 %; pressure and acceleration sensors, 5.6 %; and mass airflow, temperature and other sensors, 4.5%.
  • Position, speed and oxygen sensors will remain the largest market segment, rising from $6.2 billion in 2005 to $8.6 billion in 2010.

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