Light Vehicle Production is Experiencing Transformational Growth Due to Product Portfolio Electrification
The global automotive industry experienced dynamic transformations in 2024, driven by rapid advancements in powertrain technologies and shifting production strategies. As the industry adapts to a growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid powertrains, major original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are refining their model portfolios to cater to diverse consumer preferences.
This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the global automotive production landscape, projecting trends up to 2030 and offering detailed regional insights for Europe, North America, South America, Asia-Pacific (excluding China), and China. Other important information include:
Production strategies of leading OEMs, their powertrain diversification, and evolving model portfolios
Significant EV manufacturing hubs
Overview of major OEM production plants
Regional trends, including production outputs, capacity utilization, and strategic investments
Through this, the study delivers a holistic understanding of the automotive production ecosystem, highlighting the investments and partnerships shaping the industry's future trajectory.
Table of Contents
Scope and Segmentation
Scope of Analysis
Vehicle Segmentation
Growth Environment: Transformation in Automotive Production
Why Is It Increasingly Difficult to Grow?
The Strategic Imperative 8™
The Impact of the Top 3 Strategic Imperatives on the Automotive Production Industry
Growth Opportunity Analysis
Growth Drivers
Growth Restraints
Key Takeaways
Growth Environment
Global Light Vehicle Production
Global Vehicle Manufacturer Production Numbers
Number of Models Produced by OEM
Light Vehicle Production by Region
Global Electric Vehicle Production
Global Light Vehicle Production by Vehicle Segment
Top 6 Countries and Key OEMs in Light Vehicle Production
Global EV Battery Production Partnerships
Global Production of Top 10 Light Vehicle Models
Key OEMs and Their Important Production Base
Global Key Production-related Partnerships, 2024
Global Light Vehicle Production Forecast
Regional Production Outlook: Europe
Light Vehicle Production Landscape
Production by Top 10 OEMs
Production Zones and Top Production Plants
Production Capability Highlights by OEM
Future Production Lineups
Recent Production-related Investments
Trends and Events in the Production Landscape
Regional Production Outlook: North America
Light Vehicle Production Landscape
Production by Top 10 OEMs
Production Zones and Top Production Plants
Production Capability Highlights by OEM
Future Production Lineups
Recent Production-related Investments
Trends and Events in the Production Landscape
Regional Production Outlook: South America
Light Vehicle Production Landscape
Production by Top 10 OEMs
Production Zones and Top Production Plants
Production Capability Highlights by OEM
Recent Production-related Investments
Trends and Events in the Production Landscape
Regional Production Outlook: APAC (excluding China)
Light Vehicle Production Landscape
Production by Top 10 OEMs
Production Zones and Top Production Plants
Production Capability Highlights by OEM
Future Production Lineups
Recent Production-related Investments
Trends and Events in the Production Landscape
Regional Production Outlook: China
Light Vehicle Production Landscape
Production by Top 10 OEMs
Production Zones and Top Production Plants
Future Production Lineups
Recent Production-related Investments
Trends and Events in the Production Landscape
Growth Opportunity Universe
Growth Opportunity 1: Modular Platform Development to Drive Economies of Scale
Growth Opportunity 2: Leveraging Strategic Partnerships for Scalable and Cost-effective EV Battery Sourcing
Growth Opportunity 3: Flexible EV Production and Quick-to-market Strategies for Emerging Markets