Automotive Actuators Market for ICE and Electric Vehicle by Product Type (Brake, Throttle, Turbo, and Others), Application (Engine, Body Control & Exterior, Interior), On- and Off-highway Vehicles, Actuation, Motion and Region - Global Forecast to 2030
[357 Pages Report] Automotive actuators market is projected to grow from USD 20.9 billion in 2023 to USD 29.3 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.9%. The key factors driving the Automotive Actuators Market are increasing automation and electronic systems in all categories of vehicles, from economy to high-end vehicles, to enhance vehicle and passenger safety and in-vehicle comfort level, thereby driving the Automotive Actuators market.
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Market Dynamics
DRIVER: Rising production of premium vehicles.
Globally, consumers’ general lifestyle and purchasing habits have improved due to better economic situations in established and emerging nations. Growing per capita wealth has caused a shift in consumer preferences as needs have adapted to new lifestyles. It has benefitted the sales of high-end cars outfitted with cutting-edge safety and comfort technologies. There is a noticeable contrast in lifestyle, particularly in developing nations like China and India. The fundamental cause of the consistent increase in demand for luxury cars in these nations is the expanding purchasing power and a trend towards more sophisticated safety and comfort features. Well-known German automakers like Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Audi dominate the global luxury vehicle market.
The Luxury or premium cars are offered with modular technologies, including power windows, a panoramic sunroof, an electrically operated tailboard, electrically powered seats, heated and ventilated seats, automated climate control, an extra rear seat air control system with fan speed and temperature control, and more. When paired with integrated drive electronics, these intelligent electric actuators enable OEMs to maintain energy economy while introducing new features. In powered seats, actuators regulate the functions, including massage, heating and cooling, and lumbar support. Advanced and complex seating systems are being developed due to the growing usage of actuators in powered seats in vehicles. The market for automotive power windows actuators is expanding due to consumer desire for more comfort and convenience features in vehicles. Hence, the growing demand for luxury vehicles equipped with comfort features and safety systems is majorly driving the sales of automotive actuators.
RESTRAINT: Declining share of diesel passenger cars
Globally, the decline in sales of diesel cars, primarily in the passenger vehicle category, has been mainly attributed to rising pollution. Diesel vehicle sales have significantly decreased due to tax reforms and air quality concerns. Due to rules that impose higher tariffs on diesel vehicles and raise worries about nitrogen oxide emissions, the market for new diesel automobiles is significantly dropping in Europe. Instead, new customers are choosing to purchase environmentally friendly vehicles. According to the ACEA reports, the registrations for diesel vehicles decreased by 19.7% to 1.5 million units, giving them a 16.4% market share, 3.1% less than in 2021.
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) reports that sales of new diesel cars in the UK decreased from 10,330 units in 2022 to 9896 units in 2023. Furthermore, in the European Union, automakers will be subject to heavier fines if their fleet breaches the region’s increasingly stringent pollution regulations. The application of wastegate, VGT, and EGR actuators varies in petrol and diesel vehicles. Most diesel vehicles have EGR systems and turbochargers fitted. Nonetheless, the market share for diesel passenger vehicles is steadily declining worldwide. In contrast, the passenger car market is dominated by gasoline engines in regions such as North America and Asia Pacific. Thus, this will impact the demand for actuators installed in wastegate, VGT, and EGR systems in diesel vehicles and may act as a restraining factor for mentioned automotive Actuators in the coming years.
OPPORTUNITY: Rising demand for electric vehicles
The increasing popularity of electric vehicles is driving the demand for electric actuators. The market for electric actuators is expanding because of its crucial role in providing precise control over crucial operations, including steering, braking, and throttle control. According to EV-Volumes, global EV sales continue to become strong. A total of 6 million new electric vehicles were delivered during the first half of 2023, an increase of 40 % compared to the 2022 first half. China EV sales increased by +37 % in 2023 H1, compared to +82 % in 2022 vs 2021. The EV sales in the US and Canada increased by 50% compared to last year.
Thus, increasing sales of electric vehicles is likely to boost the demand for linear actuators and other motion control components. In 2023, Marelli introduced a new line of multifunctional smart actuators geared towards electric automobiles, making activating complicated vehicle features more accessible. This technology will assist automakers in reducing complexity and making integration with future vehicles’ mechanical and electronic environments easier, where future cars are expected to include more than 100 actuators. Thus, rising demand for electric vehicles will increase the penetration rate of electric actuators, creating futuristic growth opportunities for the global automotive actuators market in the coming years.
CHALLENGE: Weight and cost reduction
Many automakers use weight-reduction techniques to reduce the weight of their vehicles. Using lightweight materials like carbon fiber and aluminum and optimizing aerodynamic designs have been international automakers’ main tactics. Automotive companies consider lighter components for weight reduction to fulfill consumer demands for cars with higher fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. These developments are a result of tightening environmental regulations. Through technical developments, Tier I suppliers are creating lightweight solutions without sacrificing the structural integrity of the componentry. Fitting more electronic components, such as infotainment systems, automotive cameras, and ADAS systems, also increases the weight of the cars. The cost of installing such advanced technologies in vehicles will increase the overall production cost as well. OEMs and Tier I suppliers must overcome obstacles to maximize vehicle efficiency through cost-benefit optimization and mass-market commercialization. Furthermore, the rising prices of commodities like steel, plastic, aluminum, etc. make it harder for Tier-I suppliers to create efficient goods. In the long term, this can result in lower profit margins needed to keep up the global rivalry.
Automotive Actuators Market Ecosystem.
The major OEMs of the Automotive Actuators Market have the latest technologies, diversified portfolios, and strong distribution networks globally. The major players in the market include Robert Bosch (Germany), HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA (Germany), Johnson Electric (China), Denso Corporation (Japan), and Continental AG (Germany).
The engine segment holds the largest share of the automotive actuators segment.
For ICE vehicles, the engine segment is projected to dominate the automotive actuators market by application from 2023 to 2030. Actuators installed with the engine applications include a cooling valve, EGR, throttle, brake, and turbo actuators. Cooling valves, throttle, and brakes are the commonly used actuators applicable in all ICE vehicles. Further, stringent emission regulations and rising fuel costs have restricted the diesel passenger vehicle market and certainly shifted the OEM’s focus on engine downsizing on a global level. Major OEMs such as Ford, GM, Volkswagen, and Hyundai Motors are offered smaller GDI engines and gasoline turbochargers. All these engines require mandatory installation of EGR and turbo actuators. The growing demand for fuel-efficient vehicles with equivalent or more performance, like naturally aspirated engines, has stimulated the demand for automotive actuators for engine applications. Further, light and heavy commercial vehicles must be installed with automotive actuators such as Cooling valves, throttle, brakes, EGR, and turbo application. With rising vehicle production, the market for automotive actuators is striving to grow in the upcoming years.
By Motion, Linear actuator is projected to be the largest market for automotive actuators.
Linear motion is analyzed to lead the global automotive actuators market during the forecast period. Actuators with linear motion have various applications in the automotive industry for controlling the throttle to regulate engine speed when idling, controlling fuel vapor flow between the emission system and the intake manifold, and power window and lock. The key advantages of linear actuators are small size, reliability, long life, better performance, and low cost. Owing to these benefits, these actuators play a significant role in various automotive applications such as raising and lowering hoods, powered seats & windows, pickup truck accessories, braking, automotive throttling, and tailgates. Owing to the versatility and ability to enhance various automotive functions of Electric linear actuators, these actuators are utilized in applications such as power seats, HVAC systems, power windows, and tailgates, among others, and consistency will dominate as most of these applications are gaining significant traction in the upcoming years.
Battery electric vehicle holds the largest market share in electric & hybrid vehicle type.
The actuators market for electric & hybrid vehicles is growing significantly over ICE cars, and BEV holds the largest share at a global level with more than 70% market share in 2022. Due to the introduced stringent emission regulations worldwide, unstable oil prices, and shifting focus toward an environment-friendly ecosystem have fueled the demand for electric vehicles globally. Further, the penetration of advanced and connected technologies in EVs is higher, and demand for luxury and premium electric cars is rising. Luxury brands such as Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Tesla are gaining market share in luxury EV sales and adding other luxury EV models to their product lineups. Multiple OEMs have announced the launch of several EV models in the coming years. Growing medium to high-range electric vehicle sales installed with advanced technologies would push this segment’s demand for automotive actuators. Increasing sales of electric and hybrid vehicles have prompted global OEMs and tier-1 companies to develop products specific to these powertrain vehicles. In September 2023, Marelli launched its new range of multipurpose smart actuators aimed at electric cars, designed to simplify the actuation of complex vehicle functions. These new smart actuators include an electronic module that autonomously controls the actuator itself and connects it to the vehicle’s electronic network. These advanced actuators are integrated into various components of electric vehicles, including the drivetrain, power steering, braking systems, and suspension. This is fuelling the market growth of automotive actuators in battery electric vehicles.
Asia Pacific is the largest and fastest-growing market in the Automotive Actuators market.
Asia Pacific is estimated to be the fastest-growing region for the Automotive Actuators Market. The automotive industry in the Asia Pacific region includes manufacturing vehicles and aftermarket parts, which generates huge sales of commercial vehicles and passenger vehicles for the region with its high production levels. Many countries across the Asia-Pacific region stand out as strong competitors in the automotive sector. Japan, China, and South Korea all boast impressive car manufacturing industries. This growth in the sales of passenger cars and commercial vehicles is expected to boost the market as major actuators are involved in the different parts of these vehicles for various functions like controlling the engine operation and controlling the opening and closing of power seats, power windows, door lock, and tailgate.
The present and future of the Asia Pacific region seem to focus on electric vehicles. To retain their reputation in the automotive industry, it appears as though Asia-Pacific vehicle manufacturers will have to continuously develop and evolve their production of electric and eco-friendly vehicles. This future aspect is expected to involve a higher penetration of electric actuators in the coming years.
Key Market Players
The Automotive Actuators market is consolidated with players such as Robert Bosch (Germany), HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA (Germany), Johnson Electric (China), Denso Corporation (Japan), and Continental AG (Germany) are the prominent players in the market. These companies adopted new product launches, partnerships, and joint ventures to gain traction in the market.
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Report Attribute |
Details |
Market size available for years |
2019–2030 |
Base year considered |
2022 |
Market Growth forecast |
USD 29.38 Billion by 2030 from USD 20.97 Billion in 2023 at CAGR of 4.9% |
Forecast period |
2023–2030 |
Forecast units |
Value (USD Million/Billion) |
Segments Covered |
By product type, by application, my actuation, by motion, by vehicle type, by on-highway vehicle type, by electric & hybrid application, by by electric & hybrid vehicle type, and by region |
Geographies covered |
Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, and Rest of the World. |
Top Players |
Robert Bosch (Germany), HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA (Germany), JOHNSON Electric (China), Denso Corporation (UJapan), and Continental AG (Germany) |
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The study segments the Automotive Actuators Market:
Automotive Actuators Market, By Product Type
- Brake actuators
- Cooling Valve actuators
- EGR actuators
- Grill Shutter actuators
- Headlamp Actuators
- HVAC Actuators
- Power Seat Actuators
- Power Window Actuators
- Steering Column Adjustment Actuators
- Sunroof Actuators
- Tailgate Actuators
- Throttle Actuators
- Turbo Actuators
- Telescopic Actuators
- Piezoelectric Actuators
- Door Lock Actuators
Automotive Actuators Market, By Application
- Engine
- Body control & exterior
- Interior
Automotive Actuators Market, By Actuation
- Hydraulic
- Pneumatic
- Electric
Automotive Actuators Market, By Motion
- Linear
- Rotary
Automotive Actuators Market, By Vehicle Type
- On-highway Vehicle
- Off-highway Vehicle
Automotive Actuators Market, By On-Highway Type
- Passenger cars
- Light Commercial Vehicles
- Heavy Commercial Vehicles
Electric & Hybrid Actuators Market, By Vehicle Type
- Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)
- Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle (PHEV)
- Fuel-cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV)
Electric & Hybrid Actuators Market, By Application
- E-Powertrain
- Body control & exterior
- Interior
Recent Developments
- In May 2023, HELLA is adding another key component to its existing electrification portfolio by expanding the product portfolio with an electronic valve actuator (eVA). In a thermal management system, this eVA controls valves precisely and helps ensure the coolant is directed as required. Thus, the service life and efficiency of the lithium-ion battery and the overall ranges of electric vehicles can be increased. HELLA will supply the valve actuator to an electric platform of a German car manufacturer; production start is scheduled for 2025 at the HELLA electronics plant in Bremen.
- In April 2023, Johnson Electric showcased its innovative technology solutions at the 2023 Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2023) at the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Center. Solutions include Thermal Management Solutions, Autonomous Drivetrain, Chassis, and Autonomous Vision Solutions. Autonomous Vision Solutions consists of a LuMEMS sensor for automatic leveling headlamp, a Headlamp condensation management device, and a Headlamp digital aiming actuator. With this, Johnson Electric helps its customers embrace the future trend of the thriving mobility world.
- In Jan 2022, Johnson Electric launched an all-in-one e-axle solutions pack for new energy vehicles. Now in mass production, the pack covers the full range of applications from safety parking four-wheel drive mode switching to electric drive position sensing. Johnson Electric brings a new solution to the market, using motor actuators and humidity management technology to remove the moisture inside the headlights actively. This active CMD (Condensation Management Device) actuator provides a new level of protection beyond the temporary reduction of condensation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
What is the current size of the Automotive Actuators Market?
The Automotive Actuators market is estimated to be USD 20.9 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 29.3 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 4.9%.
Which vehicle type dominates the Automotive Actuators market?
The On-highway vehicle segment market is estimated to dominate with a more than 90% market share.
Who are the top key players in the Automotive Actuators Market?
The Automotive Actuators market is dominated by globally established players such as Robert Bosch (Germany), HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA (Germany), JOHNSON Electric (China), Denso Corporation (Japan), and Continental AG (Germany). These companies focus on developing new products with advanced technologies and undertake mergers & acquisitions activities to gain traction in this growing Automotive Actuators Market.
What are the trends in the Automotive Actuators market?
Stringent government regulations for fuel-efficient vehicles in developing nations will generate opportunities for the automotive actuator market, which is expected to see growth opportunities as the automotive Automotive Actuators ecosystem develops.
Which actuation type is the fastest-growing segment in the Automotive Actuators market?
The electric actuators segment is estimated to be the fastest growing segment during the forecast period owing to the several benefits of electric actuators over hydraulic and pneumatic actuators.
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Various secondary sources, directories, and databases have been used to identify and collect information for an extensive study of the Automotive Actuators Market. The study involved four main activities in estimating the current size of the Automotive Actuators Market: secondary research, validation through primary research, assumptions, and market analysis. Exhaustive secondary research was carried out to collect information on the market, such as the service types and the upcoming technologies and trends. The next step was to validate these findings, assumptions, and market analysis with industry experts across the value chain through primary research. The top-down approach was employed to estimate the complete market size for different segments considered in this study.
Secondary Research
In the secondary research process, various secondary sources have been used to identify and collect information useful for an extensive commercial study of the Automotive Actuators Market. Secondary sources include company annual reports/presentations, press releases, and industry association publications such as publications Association Mexicana De La Industria Automotriz (AMIA - Mexican Association of the Automotive Industry), Canadian Automobile Association (CAA), China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and European Automobile Manufacturers Association (EAMA) among others. Additionally, secondary research has been carried out to understand the average count of actuators per application by vehicle type, historical production, and sales of new vehicles.
Primary Research
In the primary research process, various primary sources from both the supply and demand sides were interviewed to obtain qualitative and quantitative information on the market. The primary sources from the supply side included industry experts such as CXOs, vice presidents, directors from business development, marketing, product development/innovation teams, and related key executives from various key companies. Various system integrators, industry associations, independent consultants/industry veterans, and key opinion leaders were also interviewed.
Primary interviews have been conducted to gather insights such as ICE vehicle production and electric vehicle sales forecast, Automotive Actuators Market forecast, automotive actuators count and penetration rate, future technology trends, and upcoming technologies in the automotive actuators industry. Data triangulation was then done with the information gathered from secondary research. Stakeholders from the demand and supply side have been interviewed to understand their views on the points mentioned above.
Primary interviews have been conducted with market experts from automotive actuators manufacturers and technology providers across four major regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World. A similar percentage of primary interviews have been conducted with the automotive actuator manufacturers, respectively. The data from primary interviews has been collected through questionnaires, emails, and telephonic interviews. In the canvassing of primaries, we have strived to cover various departments within organizations, such as sales, manufacturing, and operations, to provide a holistic viewpoint in our report.
After interacting with industry experts, we have also conducted brief sessions with highly experienced independent consultants to reinforce the findings from our primaries. This and the in-house subject matter experts’ opinions have led us to the conclusions described in the remainder of this report.
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Market Size Estimation
A detailed market estimation approach was followed to estimate and validate the value of the Automotive Actuators Market and other dependent submarkets, as mentioned below:
- Key players in the Automotive Actuators Market were identified through secondary research, and their global market shares were determined through primary and secondary research.
- The research methodology included the study of annual and quarterly financial reports, regulatory filings of major market players (public), and interviews with industry experts for detailed market insights.
- All industry-level penetration rates, percentage shares, splits, and breakdowns for the automotive actuators were determined using secondary sources and verified through primary sources.
- All key macro indicators affecting the revenue growth of the market segments and sub-segments have been accounted for, viewed in extensive detail, verified through primary research, and analyzed to get the validated and verified quantitative and qualitative data.
- The gathered market data was consolidated and added with detailed inputs, analyzed, and presented in this report.
Automotive Actuators Market: Bottom-Up Approach
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Data Triangulation
The market was split into several segments and sub-segments after arriving at the overall market size—using the market size estimation processes as explained above. Data triangulation and market breakdown procedures were employed to complete the overall market engineering process and arrive at the exact statistics of each market segment and sub-segment. The data was triangulated by studying various factors and trends.
Market Definition
The automotive actuator is a motor that operates through electric current, hydraulic fluid, or pneumatic pressure and converts that energy into motion. Given the growing concerns over environmental changes, the automotive sector is developing new and improved components to increase the fuel efficiency of vehicles. They are an essential part of the electronic control system in vehicles, as they convert electrical signals from the control unit into action. Actuators are responsible for the moving and controlling mechanisms of a system.
Stakeholders
- Automotive OEMs
- Automotive actuator manufacturers and suppliers
- Automotive components and raw material suppliers for automotive actuators
- Traders and distributors of automotive actuators
- Automobile organizations/associations and government bodies
- Automotive software manufacturers and providers
- Authorized service centers and independent aftermarket service providers
- National and Regional Environmental Regulatory Agencies or Organizations
Report Objectives
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To define, describe, and forecast the size of the automotive actuators market in terms of value (USD million) and volume (thousand units) as follows:
- By Product Type (Brake actuators, Cooling Valve actuators, EGR actuators, Grill Shutter actuators, Headlamp Actuators, HVAC Actuators, Power Seat Actuators, Power Window Actuators, Steering Column Adjustment Actuators, Sunroof Actuators, Tailgate Actuators, Throttle Actuators, Turbo Actuators, Telescopic Nozzle Actuators, Piezoelectric Actuators, Door Lock Actuators)
- By Application (Engine, body control & exterior, and interior)
- By Actuation Types (Hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric)
- By Motion (Linear and rotary)
- By Artificial Muscles (Shape Memory Alloy and Smart Polymer)
- By Vehicle Type (On-highway and Off-Highway Vehicles)
- By On-Highway Vehicle Type (Passenger cars, Light Commercial Vehicles, And Heavy Commercial Vehicles)
- Electric & Hybrid, by Vehicle Type (BEV, PHEV, and FCEV)
- Electric & Hybrid, by Application (E-powertrain, Body Control & Exterior, And Interior)
- By Region (Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, and the Rest of the World)
- To provide detailed information about the major factors influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges)
- To strategically analyze the market and provide the average selling price (ASP) analysis patent analysis.
- To evaluate the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide details of the competitive landscape for market leaders
- To evaluate the dynamics of competitors in the automotive actuators market and distinguish them into stars, emerging leaders, pervasive players, and participants
- To understand the dynamics of start-ups/SMEs prevalent in the market ecosystem of the market and distinguish them into progressive companies, responsive companies, dynamic companies, and starting blocks
- To analyze the recent new developments, expansion strategies, collaborations, partnerships, joint ventures, mergers & acquisitions, and other activities carried out by key players in the automotive actuators market.
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Automotive Actuators Market, By Vehicle Type, By Country
- Light-duty vehicle
- Heavy-duty vehicle
Note: This will be further segmented by region.
Automotive Actuators Market, By Vehicle Age, By Region
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North America
- RoW
Automotive Actuators Market, By Off-Highway Vehicle Type, By Region
- Construction
- Agriculture
Note: This will be further segmented by region.
Growth opportunities and latent adjacency in Automotive Actuators Market