2023년에 82억 5,000만 달러로 평가된 자동차용 온도 센서 시장은 2024년부터 2031년까지의 CAGR이 6.01%로 전망되며, 2031년에는 132억 달러에 달할 것으로 예측됩니다. 이 성장의 원동력이 되는 것은 자율성에 대한 요구 증가, 엄격한 배기 가스 규제, 자동차의 안전 요건의 강화입니다. 자동차 기술의 진보에 따라 효율적인 엔진 관리, 에어컨 제어 및 차량 전체의 안전성을 확보하는데 있어서 온도 센서가 중요한 역할을 하고 있습니다. 소비자 의식 증가와 배출가스 및 자동차 안전에 관한 정부의 의무화로 인해 자동차 온도센서 수요는 예측기간 동안 상승 기조를 계속할 것으로 예상됩니다.
자동차 온도 센서 시장 정의 및 개요
자동차 온도 센서는 자동차의 여러 부분에 통합되어 온도 레벨을 지속적으로 모니터링하고 측정하는 데 필수적인 전자 부품입니다. 엔진, 변속기, HVAC 등의 시스템은 효율적이고 안전한 운전을 유지하는 중요한 요소로 이러한 센서에 의존합니다. 온도 변동은 엔진 제어 장치(ECU)가 이해할 수 있는 전기 신호로 변환됩니다. 엔진, 배기, HVAC, 변속기와 같은 주요 부품의 온도는 온도 센서로 측정됩니다. 자동차에 사용되는 센서에는 주로 접촉식과 비접촉식의 2유형이 있습니다. 접촉식 센서는 측정 대상물과 직접 물리적으로 접촉하기 위해 채용되며, 비접촉식 센서는 측정 대상물과 물리적으로 접촉하지 않고 동작하며, 방사나 근접 등의 측정 방법에 의존합니다. 이러한 센서로 정확한 온도 모니터링은 유체와 공기의 온도를 최적으로 유지하고 자동차의 수명과 건강을 촉진합니다.
ADAS(선진운전지원시스템)와 자율주행차에 대한 수요 증가는 최적의 성능을 촉진하기 위한 정확한 온도 데이터의 필요성을 강조하고 있습니다. 자동 긴급 브레이크 및 차선 편차 경고와 같은 기능은 이러한 데이터에 따라 다릅니다. 자율 주행 차량의 안전한 네비게이션에는 온도 센서를 포함한 복잡한 센서 네트워크가 필요합니다. 최신 자동차의 고급 기능성에 대한 요구 증가는 온도 센서에 대한 요구 증가로 이어지고 있습니다. 기후 변화와 싸우기 위해 세계 각국의 정부에 의해 엄격한 배기가스 규제와 연비중시 정책이 실시되고 있습니다. 이에 대응하기 위해 자동차 제조업체는 더 깨끗하고 효율적인 엔진을 개발하고 있습니다. 이를 달성하는 데 필수적인 것은 온도 센서이며 엔진 성능에 대한 실시간 데이터를 제공합니다. 이러한 데이터는 연료 분사, 점화시기, 배기 가스 제어 시스템의 조정을 가능하게 하고, 규제에 대한 적합을 보증함과 동시에 온도 센서 수요를 견인하고 있습니다.
전기차와 하이브리드 전기차의 인기가 높아지고 있는 것은 환경문제에 대한 관심과 정부의 장려책 때문입니다. 이러한 자동차는 배터리의 건전성, 열 관리 시스템 및 충전 상태를 모니터링하기 위해 자체 온도 센서가 필요합니다. EV 및 HEV 시장이 확대됨에 따라 이러한 용도을 위해 특별히 설계된 온도 센서에 대한 수요도 증가하고 있습니다. 최근 자동차 구매자들 사이에서 탑승자의 편안함과 편의성을 강조하고 있으며 온도 센서의 중요성을 강조하고 있습니다. 자동 에어컨 및 시트 히터와 같은 편안한 기능은 이러한 센서가 촉진하는 정확한 온도 조절에 의존합니다. 이러한 기능에 대한 수요가 자동차 부문 전체에서 증가하고 있다는 것은 온도 센서 시장의 성장을 뒷받침하고 있습니다. 센서 기술, 특히 미세 전기 기계 시스템의 기술적 진보는 보다 작고 효율적이고 비용 효율적인 온도 센서의 개발을 촉진하고 있습니다. 이러한 발전으로 자동차 제조업체는 더 많은 센서를 자동차에 통합할 수 있어 시장 성장을 더욱 강화하고 있습니다. 첨단 자동차 기능에 대한 수요 증가, 규제 강화, EV와 HEV의 상승, 승객의 편안함에 주목, 지속적인 기술 진보는 모두 자동차 온도 센서 시장 규모와 가치의 꾸준한 상승에 기여합니다.
자동차 산업의 통합은 합병과 인수에 따라 다른 차종간에 부품의 표준화를 가져올 수 있습니다. 그 결과 필요한 고유 온도 센서 유형의 수가 줄어들어 특정 센서 모델의 판매에 영향을 줄 수 있습니다. 센서 기술의 발전으로 온도와 압력과 같은 여러 파라미터를 측정할 수 있는 다기능 센서의 탄생이 가능해지고 있습니다. 이는 하나의 다기능 센서가 2개의 분리된 센서의 역할을 수행할 수 있기 때문에 개별 온도 센서 수요를 감소시킬 수 있습니다.
전기자동차로의 전환에는 온도 센서가 필요하지만 EV는 일반적으로 기존의 내연 엔진에 비해 발열량이 적습니다. 이로 인해 자동차 1대당 필요한 센서 수가 줄어들어 연소 엔진용으로 설계된 온도 센서의 전체 시장 규모에 영향을 줄 수 있습니다. 광섬유 센서와 같은 대체 기술의 발전은 전통적인 전자 온도 센서 시장 점유율을 파괴할 수 있습니다. 이러한 기술이 비용 효율적으로 널리 채택되면 기존 자동차용 온도 센서에 위협이 될 수 있습니다. 북미와 유럽과 같은 성숙한 시장에서 자동차용 온도 센서의 보급률은 이미 높습니다. 이러한 시장에서 신규 고객을 개척하는 것은 더 어려워지고, 매출의 성장 둔화와 정체를 초래할 수도 있습니다. 중요한 점은 이들이 잠재적인 과제이며, 이 시점에서 전반적인 성장 요인이 이를 초과할 가능성이 높다는 것입니다. 그러나 이러한 동향을 끊임없이 의식함으로써 제조업체는 적응하고 혁신할 수 있으며, 진화하는 자동차 상황에서 온도 센서의 경쟁력을 유지할 수 있습니다.
The automotive temperature sensor market, valued at USD 8.25 Billion in 2023, is expected to reach USD 13.2 Billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 6.01% from 2024 to 2031. This growth is driven by rising autonomy demands, stringent emission regulations, and heightened safety requirements in vehicles. As automotive technologies advance, a crucial role is played by temperature sensors in ensuring efficient engine management, climate control, and overall vehicle safety. With increasing consumer awareness and government mandates regarding emissions and vehicle safety, the demand for automotive temperature sensors is anticipated to continue its upward trajectory over the forecast period.
Automotive Temperature Sensor Market: Definition/Overview
An automotive temperature sensor is an essential electronic component that is integrated into various parts of a vehicle to continuously monitor and gauge temperature levels. Systems such as the engine, transmission, and HVAC rely on these sensors as critical elements for maintaining efficient and safe operation. Temperature fluctuations are translated into electrical signals comprehensible by the Engine Control Unit (ECU). Key components including the engine, exhaust, HVAC, and transmission have their temperatures measured using temperature sensors. There are two primary sensor types utilized within automobiles: contact and non-contact sensors. Contact sensors, are employed for direct physical contact with the measured object, and non-contact sensors, operate without physical contact with the object, relying on methods such as radiation or proximity for measurement. Accurate temperature monitoring by these sensors ensures optimal fluid & air temperatures, promoting the longevity and health of the vehicle.
The increasing demand for advanced driver-assistance systems and autonomous vehicles underscores the necessity for accurate temperature data in facilitating optimal performance. Features like automatic emergency braking and lane departure warning rely on such data. The safe navigation of autonomous vehicles necessitates a complex sensor network, including temperature sensors. The growing need for advanced functionalities in modern cars leads to a heightened requirement for temperature sensors. Stringent emission regulations and a focus on fuel efficiency are being enacted by governments worldwide to combat climate change. In response, automakers are developing cleaner and more efficient engines. Critical to achieving this are temperature sensors, which provide real-time data on engine performance. Such data enables adjustments to fuel injection, ignition timing, and emission control systems, ensuring compliance with regulations and driving the demand for temperature sensors.
The rising popularity of electric vehicles and hybrid electric vehicles is attributable to environmental concerns and government incentives. These vehicles necessitate a unique set of temperature sensors to monitor battery health, thermal management systems, and charging status. As the EV and HEV market expands, the demand for specialized temperature sensors specifically designed for these applications will correspondingly increase. The growing focus on passenger comfort and convenience among modern car buyers underscores the importance of temperature sensors. Comfort features like automatic climate control and heated seats rely on precise temperature regulation facilitated by these sensors. The increasing demand for such features across vehicle segments is propelling the growth of the temperature sensor market. Technological advancements in sensor technology, particularly in micro-electro-mechanical systems, are driving the development of smaller, more efficient, and cost-effective temperature sensors. These advancements empower car manufacturers to integrate more sensors into vehicles, further propelling the market growth. The increasing demand for advanced automotive features, stricter regulations, the rise of EVs & HEVs, the focus on passenger comfort, and continuous technological advancements are all contributing to a steady rise in the market size and value of automotive temperature sensors.
Consolidation in the automotive industry can lead to the standardization of parts across different car models due to mergers and acquisitions. This might result in a reduction in the overall number of unique temperature sensor types needed, potentially impacting sales of specific sensor models. Advancements in sensor technology are enabling the creation of multi-functional sensors capable of measuring multiple parameters like temperature and pressure. This could potentially decrease demand for individual temperature sensors as a single multi-functional sensor might fulfill the role of two separate ones.
The shift towards electric vehicles necessitates temperature sensors, although EVs generally generate less heat compared to traditional combustion engines. This could lead to a decrease in the number of sensors needed per vehicle, impacting the overall market size for temperature sensors designed for combustion engines. Advancements in alternative technologies like optical fiber sensors could potentially disrupt the market share of traditional electronic temperature sensors. If these technologies become more cost-effective and widely adopted, they could pose a threat to traditional automotive temperature sensors. In mature markets such as North America and Europe, there's already a high penetration of temperature sensors in vehicles. Reaching new customers in these markets might become more challenging, potentially resulting in slower growth or even stagnation in sales. It's important to note that these are potential challenges, and the overall growth factors likely outweigh them at present. However, staying aware of these trends allows manufacturers to adapt and innovate, ensuring their temperature sensor offerings remain competitive in the evolving automotive landscape.
In the automotive temperature sensor market, the dominant market share is typically held by the category of passenger cars compared to other vehicle types. A wide range of vehicles, including sedans, hatchbacks, SUVs, and crossovers, is encompassed by passenger cars, collectively representing a significant portion of the automotive market. One of the primary reasons for the dominant market share held by passenger cars in the automotive temperature sensor market is their sheer volume and widespread adoption. Passenger cars are commonly owned and utilized worldwide, accounting for a substantial portion of vehicle sales and production. Consequently, the demand for temperature sensors in passenger cars exceeds that of other vehicle types. Passenger cars are often equipped with advanced engine management systems and climate control features that heavily rely on temperature sensors for optimal operation. Monitoring engine coolant temperature, intake air temperature, exhaust gas temperature, and cabin temperature, among other parameters, is a crucial role played by these sensors. By providing real-time temperature data to the vehicle's onboard computer systems, temperature sensors enable precise control over engine performance, emissions, and passenger comfort. Passenger cars are subject to stringent regulatory standards related to emissions, safety, and performance, further driving the demand for temperature sensors. Compliance with these regulations necessitates the integration of sophisticated temperature-sensing technology to ensure efficient engine operation, emission control, and adherence to safety standards.
The increasing consumer demand for comfort, convenience, and advanced features in passenger cars has led to the integration of more sophisticated temperature sensing systems. Features such as automatic climate control, heated seats, and tire pressure monitoring systems rely on temperature sensors to deliver optimal performance and user experience. While temperature sensors are also utilized in other vehicle types such as commercial vehicles, electric vehicles (EVs), and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), they generally have a smaller market share compared to passenger cars. Commercial vehicles, for example, may have specific temperature sensing requirements for engine management and cargo monitoring, but their overall sales volume is typically lower than that of passenger cars. The dominant market share held by the category of passenger cars in the automotive temperature sensor market is due to their high sales volume, extensive use of temperature-sensitive systems, and compliance with regulatory standards. The widespread adoption of advanced temperature sensing technology in passenger cars underscores their significance in driving the demand for temperature sensors within the automotive industry.
Growing focus on engine efficiency due to stricter emissions regulations and a greater emphasis on fuel economy. Temperature sensors play a vital role in ensuring engines operate within the right temperature range for optimal performance. As carmakers aim to develop more efficient and eco-friendly engines, the demand for advanced temperature sensors for engine management will rise. The ongoing advancements in automotive technologies. Modern engine management systems are becoming more sophisticated, integrating various sensors, including temperature sensors, to monitor and control engine parameters in real time. As automotive technologies progress, there will be an increased need for high-performance temperature sensors that can meet the requirements of these modern engine management systems.
The growth of electric and hybrid vehicles is also contributing to the demand for temperature sensors. While these vehicles have different propulsion systems compared to traditional internal combustion engines, they still require temperature sensors for managing batteries and thermal systems. With the rising adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles worldwide, the demand for temperature sensors for battery management and thermal applications is expected to grow, further driving growth in the engine management segment. Modern vehicles are integrating connectivity features and data analytics capabilities for real-time monitoring and analysis of engine performance data. Temperature sensors are crucial in providing the necessary data for predictive maintenance, performance optimization, and vehicle health monitoring. As vehicle connectivity and data analytics become more widespread, the demand for temperature sensors for engine management applications is anticipated to increase significantly. The engine management segment is set to become a major focal point of growth in the automotive temperature sensor market, driven by factors such as the emphasis on engine efficiency, advancements in automotive technologies, the growth of electric & hybrid vehicles, and the rise of vehicle connectivity and data analytics.
Country/Region Wise Acumens
Could Asia Pacific Drive an Increase in Sales within the Automotive Temperature Sensor Market?
Rapid growth in the automotive sector is being experienced in Asia Pacific, propelled by rising disposable incomes, urbanization, and infrastructure development. This growth is expected to lead to a corresponding increase in demand for automotive components, including temperature sensors. The expansion of the electric and hybrid vehicle market is witnessed in the Asia Pacific region, where incentives and subsidies offered by governments, such as those in China and Japan, are promoting the adoption of electric vehicles. This trend is resulting in a growing market for electric vehicles, consequently driving the demand for temperature sensors, crucial components for monitoring battery temperature, and managing thermal systems in electric and hybrid vehicles. Asia Pacific hosts some of the world's leading automotive manufacturers and technology companies, which are heavily investing in research and development to innovate and enhance vehicle technology.
As automotive technologies progress, there is an anticipated growth in demand for advanced temperature sensing solutions like MEMS-based sensors and infrared sensors. An increasing focus on environmental regulations in many countries across Asia Pacific to combat air pollution and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This focus is compelling automotive manufacturers to develop cleaner and more fuel-efficient vehicles, where temperature sensors play a crucial role in ensuring engine efficiency and emissions control. As the living standards rise in Asia Pacific, there is a growing demand for vehicles equipped with advanced comfort and convenience features. Temperature sensors are integral to features such as automatic climate control, heated seats, and tire pressure monitoring systems, enhancing the overall driving experience and consequently driving up the sales of temperature sensors in the region.
North America is recognized for its innovation and technological advancements in the automotive industry. As advanced engine management systems and safety features are developed and implemented by automotive manufacturers in the region, there is an expectation of increased demand for temperature sensors to support these technologies. Stringent emissions regulations in North America are aimed at reducing pollution and enhancing air quality. Compliance with these regulations necessitates the integration of sophisticated engine management systems, which rely on temperature sensors for precise monitoring and control of engine performance and emissions. As regulations become stricter, a rise in demand for temperature sensors is anticipated. The adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles is on the rise in North America due to environmental concerns, government incentives, and advancements in battery technology. Temperature sensors are indispensable components in electric and hybrid vehicles for monitoring battery temperature and managing thermal systems. As the market for electric and hybrid vehicles expands, so too will the demand for temperature sensors.
North American consumers exhibit a strong preference for vehicles equipped with advanced comfort, convenience, and safety features. Temperature sensors play a critical role in supporting features such as automatic climate control, heated seats, and tire pressure monitoring systems. With the growing consumer demand for these features, there is an expectation of increased demand for temperature sensors. North America boasts a robust automotive industry with a significant presence of leading automakers, suppliers, and technology companies. This fosters innovation and collaboration, driving the development and adoption of advanced automotive technologies, including temperature sensors. Overall, considering these factors, it is expected that the sales of the automotive temperature sensor market will fare well in North America.
Analyzing the competitive landscape of the automotive temperature sensor market is essential for gaining comprehensive insights into the industry's dynamics. This research aims to examine the competitive landscape by focusing on key players, market trends, innovations, and strategies. Through this analysis, valuable insights will be offered to industry stakeholders, aiding them in navigating the competitive environment adeptly and capitalizing on emerging opportunities. Understanding the competitive landscape will empower stakeholders to make well-informed decisions, adapt to market trends, and formulate strategies to bolster their market position and competitiveness in the automotive temperature sensor market.
Some of the prominent players operating in the automotive temperature sensor market include:
Continental
Sensata Technologies
NXP Semiconductors
Robert Bosch
Panasonic Corporation
Amphenol Advanced Sensors
TDK Corporation
Analog Devices
Delphi
Microchip
In November 2022, the release of the InvenSense IAM-20380HT high-temperature automotive sensor platform solution for non-safety automotive applications was announced by TDK Corporation, along with the expansion of the Smart Automotive line of ASIL and non-ASIL sensors. AM-20380HT is a standalone gyroscope sensor that can function in a wide temperature range and deliver precise measurement data for various automotive applications.