An automotive electric compressor functions by compressing refrigerant in a vehicle's air conditioning system using electric power. Unlike traditional belt-driven compressors, it operates independently from the engine, enabling more efficient and adaptable climate control, particularly beneficial in hybrid and electric vehicles.
Automotive e-compressors are primarily categorized into variable e-compressors and displacement e-compressors. Variable e-compressors can adjust their output based on the vehicle's heating or cooling requirements, offering enhanced efficiency and energy conservation. These compressors cater to various propulsion types such as battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs), fuel-cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). They utilize different technology types such as variable frequency drive (VFD) and fixed speed, tailored to different capacities (small, medium, large) suitable for applications ranging from passenger cars to heavy commercial vehicles.
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The automotive E-compressor market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $2.48 billion in 2024 to $3.06 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to regulatory compliance, consumer demand, rise in demand for fuel-efficient solutions, automotive industry growth, and rise in demand for environment-friendly.
The automotive E-compressor market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.01 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to electric vehicle expansion, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), urbanization trends, global economic conditions, material innovations, supply chain optimization, and digital transformation. Major trends in the forecast period include biodegradable materials, 3D printing, augmented reality (AR) in design, predictive maintenance, energy efficiency, and innovative design.
The automotive e-compressor market is poised for growth driven by increasing demand for electric vehicles (EVs). EVs are vehicles powered by electric motors using energy stored in batteries or other devices. The surge in electric car popularity is attributed to growing environmental awareness, advancements in battery technology, government incentives, and rising fuel costs. Automotive e-compressors play a vital role in EVs by ensuring climate control and thermal management, thereby enhancing energy efficiency, comfort, and overall performance. For example, in April 2023, the International Energy Agency reported a 35% annual increase in EV sales, totaling 3.5 million units compared to 2022. Thus, the rising adoption of electric vehicles is fueling growth in the automotive e-compressor market.
Leading companies in the automotive e-compressor market are focusing on developing advanced products such as electric air compressors to improve vehicle efficiency, reduce emissions, and support the transition to cleaner transportation solutions. Electric air compressors operate by compressing air using electricity, suitable for various applications such as tool operation, tire inflation, and supplying air to fuel cells. For instance, in April 2023, India-based ZF's Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) launched a high-speed electric air compressor designed for fuel cell applications. This compressor features oil-free, high-speed operation to enhance efficiency and power density, ensuring reliable air supply critical for high-performance fuel cell systems. Its modular design ensures versatility across different vehicle platforms, emphasizing durability even in heavy-duty commercial use.
In March 2023, Danfoss A/S, a Denmark-based engineering solutions company, acquired BOCK GmbH for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows Danfoss to enhance its leadership in sustainable and energy-efficient cooling and heating solutions by integrating BOCK GmbH's CO2 and low-GWP compressor technologies. The move is aimed at accelerating decarbonization efforts across global markets. BOCK GmbH, based in Germany, specializes in the manufacturing of compressors and condensing units for refrigeration and air-conditioning applications.
Major companies operating in the automotive e-compressor market are Robert Bosch GmbH, DENSO CORPORATION, Continental AG, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., 3M Company, Johnson Controls Inc., TOYOTA INDUSTRIES CORPORATION, Valeo, NIDEC CORPORATION, MAHLE GmbH, BorgWarner Inc., Hanon Systems, Brose Fahrzeugteile SE & Co. KG, SANDEN CORPORATION, Tecumseh Products Company LLC, Subros Limited, Red Dot Corporation, TCCI Manufacturing, Delphi Technologies
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive e-compressor market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the automotive e-compressor market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the automotive e-compressor market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The automotive e-compressor market consists of sales of control units, controllers, refrigerant systems, and electric motors. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
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Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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Scope
Markets Covered:1) By Product Type: Variable E-Compressor; Displacement E-Compressor
2) By Propulsion Type: Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV); Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle (PHEV); Fuel-Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV); Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
3) By Technology Type: Variable Frequency Drive (VFD); Fixed Speed
4) By Capacity: Small; Medium; Large
5) By Application: Passenger Cars; Light Commercial Vehicles; Heavy Commercial Vehicles
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Automotive E-Compressor Market Characteristics
3. Automotive E-Compressor Market Trends And Strategies
4. Automotive E-Compressor Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Covid And Recovery On The Market
5. Global Automotive E-Compressor Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework
5.1. Global Automotive E-Compressor PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
5.2. Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.3. Global Automotive E-Compressor Market Growth Rate Analysis
5.4. Global Automotive E-Compressor Historic Market Size and Growth, 2019 - 2024, Value ($ Billion)
5.5. Global Automotive E-Compressor Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2024 - 2029, 2034F, Value ($ Billion)
5.6. Global Automotive E-Compressor Total Addressable Market (TAM)
6. Automotive E-Compressor Market Segmentation
6.1. Global Automotive E-Compressor Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Variable E-Compressor
Displacement E-Compressor
6.2. Global Automotive E-Compressor Market, Segmentation By Propulsion Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle (PHEV)
Fuel-Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV)
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
6.3. Global Automotive E-Compressor Market, Segmentation By Technology Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)
Fixed Speed
6.4. Global Automotive E-Compressor Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Small
Medium
Large
6.5. Global Automotive E-Compressor Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Passenger Cars
Light Commercial Vehicles
Heavy Commercial Vehicles
6.6. Global Automotive E-Compressor Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Variable E-Compressor, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Variable Displacement E-Compressor
Electronically Controlled Variable E-Compressor
6.7. Global Automotive E-Compressor Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Displacement E-Compressor, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Fixed Displacement E-Compressor
Multi-Stage Displacement E-Compressor
7. Automotive E-Compressor Market Regional And Country Analysis
7.1. Global Automotive E-Compressor Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Automotive E-Compressor Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion