Stringent emission and fuel economy regulations will drive the automotive lightweight material market
The automotive lightweight material market is projected to grow to USD 157.7 billion by 2027 from USD 89.1 billion in 2019, at a CAGR of 7.4% during the forecast period. The increasing demand for lightweight materials is driven by the rising usage of electric vehicles and stringent emission norms fuel economy regulations. Several OEMs have set targets for CO2 reduction in the coming years.
Instrument panel is the fastest growing market, by component
The instrument panel is projected to be the fastest growing segment in the automotive lightweight material market. With the increasing demand for lighter interior cabins from car buyers, OEMs plan to use lightweight materials in interior applications. Hence, OEMs are jointly working with component manufacturers and material providers to develop improved and lighter components. As the interior cabin contributes significantly to the overall vehicle weight, the use of lightweight materials in the cabin can help in vehicle weight reduction. Hence, the instrument panel is projected to be the fastest growing market for automotive lightweight material.
Body in White is the largest segment of automotive lightweight material market, by Application
Body in white is estimated to hold the largest share of the automotive lightweight material market, by application. BIW comprises of three major partspassenger compartment, cross and side beams, and front and rear structureand contributes around 2729% of the total vehicle's curb weight. Hence, it is the primary target for vehicle weight reduction by OEMs. At present, HSS and aluminum are the major lightweight materials used in BIW for maximum weight reduction. Hence, BIW is projected to be the largest segment, by application.
North America is estimated to be the fastest growing market for automotive lightweight materials, followed by Asia Oceania
North America is expected to be the fastest growing market for automotive lightweight materials. The Corporate Average Fuel Economy CAF standards have compelled OEMs to enhance their vehicle lightweighting efforts. The domestic demand for passenger cars has increased due to low gas prices and low interest rates. The demand for light trucks and vans has also witnessed rapid growth in the region. Asia Oceania, on the other hand, has seen increased usage of HSS and Aluminum, especially in the low and midsegment vehicles. China is the fastest growing market for automotive lightweight materials in the Asia Oceania region. Factors such as low production cost, abundant availability of metals, and safety norms have driven market growth in the region. The sale of automotive lightweight materials is projected to increase in different regions during the forecast period.
Breakup of primary respondents
The study contains insights provided by various industry experts, ranging from equipment manufacturers, OEMs, and Tier1 suppliers to regional associations members. The breakup of the primaries is as follows:
By Company Type: Tier I 35%, Tier II 45%, and OEMs 20%
By Designation: C level 40%, D level 35%, Others 25%
By Region: North America 20%, Europe 35%, Asia Oceania 40%, RoW 5%
The automotive lightweight material market is dominated by global players and comprises several regional players. The key players in the automotive lightweight material market are BASF SE Germany, Covestro AG Germany, LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V. Netherlands, Toray Industries, Inc. Japan, ArcelorMittal Luxembourg, thyssenkrupp AG Germany, Novelis, Inc. US, Alcoa Corporation US, Owens Corning US, and Stratasys Ltd. US. The study includes an indepth competitive analysis of these key players in the automotive lightweight material market with their company profiles, SWOT analysis of the top 5 companies, recent developments, and key market strategies.
Research Coverage
The study segments the automotive lightweight material market and forecasts the market size based on material type [metals HSS, aluminum, and magnesium titanium, composites CFRP, GFRP, NFRP, and others, plastics PC, ABS, PA, PP, PU Others, and elastomers EPDM, NR, SBR, and others]; application BIW, Chassis, Powertrain, Closures, Interiors, and others; component frame, wheel, bumpers fenders, engine exhaust, fuel tank, transmission, doors, hood trunk lid, seats, and instrument panel; vehicle type PC, LCV, and HCV; electric hybrid vehicle type BEV, HEV, PHEV, Truck, and Bus; electric vehicle lightweight market based on material type metals, plastic, composites, and elastomers; and region North America, Europe, Asia Oceania, and RoW.
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This report provides insights with reference to the following points:
Countrylevel market for automotive lightweight material by material type: The report offers indepth market sizing and forecast up to 2027, by material type Metals, Composites, Plastics, and Elastomers. The market sizing for the automotive lightweight material market is covered at the country and regional levels.
Market coverage by electric hybrid vehicle type for BEV, HEV, PHEV, Bus and Truck at the regional level
The report provides Market Share of the leading players in the automotive lightweight material market.
Market Development: The report provides comprehensive information about lucrative emerging markets for automotive lightweight materials across different regions.
Product Development/Innovation: The report gives detailed insights into RD activities, upcoming technologies, and new product launches in the automotive lightweight material market.
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