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Automotive Glass Market by Glass Type (Laminated Glass, Tempered Glass), Vehicle Type (Passenger Cars, Light Commercial Vehicles, Electric Vehicles), Sales Channel, Application (Sidelight, Windshield, Sunroof), and Geography - Global Forecast to 2031
Report ID: MRAUTO - 1041078 Pages: 250 Jan-2024 Formats*: PDF Category: Automotive and Transportation Delivery: 24 to 72 Hours Download Free Sample ReportThe Automotive Glass Market is projected to reach $28.3 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 8.9% from 2024 to 2031. The growth of the automotive glass market is attributed to the growing demand for electric and hybrid vehicles, increasing sales of vehicles, and increasing penetration of sunroof in passenger cars. However, the high initial and set-up costs of automotive glass plants and fluctuations in raw material prices restrain the market’s growth.
Moreover, the increasing use of smart glass in the automotive industry offers significant opportunities for the growth of the global automotive glass market. However, safety concerns regarding laminated glass pose a challenge to the market's growth.
With the growing automotive industry, the demand for automotive glass, including windshields, windows, and sunroofs, tends to correspondingly increase. Automakers continuously seek innovative ways to make their vehicles stand apart from their competitor products. Integrating smart glass technology offers a unique selling proposition, attracting consumers seeking cutting-edge features. OEMs are rapidly adopting smart glass technology to offer various applications that include adjustable transparency, improved privacy, reduced glare, and enhanced comfort for passengers. For instance, in September 2021, BMW AG (Germany) and LG Electronics (South Korea) launched the BMWi Vision Circular, an electric vehicle with smart glass technology developed by Gauzy Ltd (Israel).
With changing consumer preferences for comfort and convenience in vehicles, there is an increasing demand for smart glass technology in vehicles. The technologies innovation such as smart glass and gorilla glass are aimed to enhance the safety and comfort of drivers and passengers in vehicles. Increasing usage of sunroof glass and head-up displays, especially in high-end vehicles, to meet the consumers' changing preferences supports the adoption of smart glass in vehicles. Also, the evolving safety standards and regulations to improve visibility and safety features in vehicles drive the adoption of smart glass for enhanced visibility and reduced glare. The increasing adoption of smart glass is expected to support the growth of the automotive glass market during the forecast period.
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In 2024, the Laminated Glass Segment is Expected to Dominate the Global Automotive Glass Market
Based on glass type, the global automotive glass market is segmented into laminated glass, tempered glass, and other glass types. In 2024, the laminated glass segment is expected to account for the largest share of the global automotive glass market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the increasing consumer preferences for safety standards and increasing use of laminated glass in windshields and side windows of vehicles.
The Electric Vehicles Segment to Register the Highest CAGR During the Forecast Period
Based on vehicle type, the electric vehicle segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The growth of this segment can be attributed to supportive government policies and regulations, increasing investments in EV development by leading automotive OEMs, rising environmental concerns, and increasing consumer demand for electric vehicles.
Based on sales channel, the global automotive glass market is segmented into OEMs and aftermarket. In 2024, the OEMs segment is expected to account for the larger share of the global automotive glass market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the increasing demand for safety and quality in automotive glass, growing adoption of advanced technologies in vehicles, and increasing consumer preference for OEM glass as it offers a warranty, providing consumers with added assurance and protection.
The Sunroof Segment to Register the Highest CAGR During the Forecast Period
Based on application, the fully autonomous segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The growth of this segment is attributed to the increasing penetration of sunroofs in passenger cars, technological advancements in the automotive industry, and changing consumer preferences to enhance the driving experience.
In 2023, Asia-Pacific is Expected to Dominate the Global Automotive Glass Market
Based on geography, the global automotive glass market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. In 2024, Asia-Pacific is expected to account for the largest share of the global automotive glass market. Factors such as increasing vehicle production in the region, increasing demand for electric vehicles in the Asia-Pacific region, increasing consumer preferences for SUVs in China and India, and increasing government focus on vehicle safety are expected to drive the growth of the automotive glass market in this region.
Automotive Glass Market: Key Companies
The report includes a competitive landscape based on an extensive assessment of the key growth strategies adopted by major market players in the last three to four years. The key players profiled in the global automotive glass market study are AGC Inc. (Japan), Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd. (Japan), Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co., Ltd. (China), Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited. (Hong Kong), Saint-Gobain (France), Webasto Group (Germany), Magna International Inc. (Canada), Corning Incorporated (U.S.), Guardian Industries (U.S.), Gentex Corporation (U.S.), TAIWAN GLASS IND. CORP. (Taiwan), Central Glass Co., Ltd. (Japan), Motherson Group (India), Schott AG (Germany), Vitro (Mexico), and Sisecam Otomotiv A.S. (Turkey).
Particular |
Details |
Number of Pages |
250 |
Format |
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Forecast Period |
2024-2031 |
Base Year |
2023 |
CAGR |
8.9% |
Estimated Market Size (Value) |
$28.3 billion by 2031 |
Segments Covered |
By Glass Type
By Vehicle Type
By Sales Channel
By Application
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Countries Covered |
North America (U.S., Canada), Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. |
Key Companies |
AGC Inc. (Japan), Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd. (Japan), Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co., Ltd. (China), Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited. (Hong Kong), Saint-Gobain (France), Webasto Group (Germany), Magna International Inc. (Canada), Corning Incorporated (U.S.), Guardian Industries (U.S.), Gentex Corporation (U.S.), TAIWAN GLASS IND. CORP. (Taiwan), Central Glass Co., Ltd. (Japan), Motherson Group (India), Schott AG (Germany), Vitro (Mexico), and Sisecam Otomotiv A.S. (Turkey) |
Key questions answered in the report:
The Automotive Glass Market encompasses the production and sale of glass products used in vehicles, including windshields, side windows, rear windows, and sunroofs. This market includes various types of glass, such as laminated glass, tempered glass, and smart glass, which enhance safety, comfort, and aesthetics in vehicles.
The Automotive Glass Market is projected to reach $28.3 billion by 2031.
The market is forecasted to experience substantial growth, driven by trends in vehicle design and technology, including the increasing use of electric vehicles and smart glass technologies.
As mentioned, the market size is projected to be $28.3 billion by 2031.
Key players in the Automotive Glass Market include:
The market is driven by several factors:
The Automotive Glass Market is segmented by:
The global outlook for the Automotive Glass Market is positive, with significant growth anticipated due to the rise in vehicle production, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, along with increased investments in electric vehicle technology.
The market is expected to grow significantly, driven by technological advancements and increasing consumer demand for vehicles with enhanced features.
The Automotive Glass Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.9% from 2024 to 2031.
The Asia-Pacific region is expected to dominate the market, attributed to increasing vehicle production, rising demand for electric vehicles, and government initiatives focusing on vehicle safety.
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