Automotive Gesture Recognition Market Report 2026

The automotive gesture recognition market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $2.41 billion in 2025 to $2.89 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to infotainment system evolution, demand for driver convenience, camera sensor adoption, hmi development, premium vehicle differentiation.

The automotive gesture recognition market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to autonomous driving interfaces, ai-based cockpit systems, connected car growth, demand for distraction reduction, software-defined vehicles. Major trends in the forecast period include touchless vehicle control interfaces, integration with infotainment systems, multi-modal gesture recognition, AI-based driver interaction, expansion in premium vehicles.

The increasing consumer demand for connected vehicles is expected to drive the growth of the automotive gesture recognition market going forward. Connected vehicles are advanced automobiles equipped with technologies that enable communication with external systems and other devices. The demand for connected vehicles is fueled by a stronger focus on safety, greater convenience, and enhanced driving experiences. Gesture recognition allows drivers to control vehicle functions without physical contact, reducing distractions and improving safety. It also supports drivers with disabilities, enhances accessibility, and integrates with artificial intelligence to deliver personalized and adaptive user experiences. For instance, in January 2024, according to a report published by BMW Group, a Germany-based motor vehicle manufacturer, the company recorded a milestone sales performance by delivering 2,555,341 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles worldwide, representing a 6.5% increase year over year. In the fourth quarter of 2023, BMW Group’s sales grew by 10.3% compared to the same period in the previous year, reaching 718,778 units. Therefore, the growing consumer demand for connected vehicles is driving the growth of the automotive gesture recognition market.

Leading companies in the automotive gesture recognition market are focusing on advanced biometric facial recognition to offer personalized driving experiences and facilitate seamless interaction with in-car systems. This technology uses cameras and algorithms to identify vehicle occupants based on their facial features. For instance, in January 2024, Continental AG, a Germany-based automotive manufacturer, introduced the Face Authentication Display, a two-stage access control system that employs advanced biometric technology for enhanced vehicle security and user convenience. The system, integrated discreetly behind the driver’s display console, features a high-contrast organic light-emitting diode (OLED) screen that preserves the vehicle’s sleek design while using its pixels for facial identification. It supports facial recognition both inside and outside the vehicle, improving security by preventing unauthorized access and allowing control over entry for family members. Additionally, it prevents children from starting the engine, adding an extra layer of safety.

In January 2023, PreAct Technologies Inc., a US-based developer specializing in near-field software-definable flash lidar, acquired Gestoos SA for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to enhance PreAct’s ability to provide advanced sensor solutions across multiple sectors, including automotive, robotics, and industrial applications. Gestoos SA, a Spain-based company, specializes in gesture recognition technology for the automotive industry.

Major companies operating in the automotive gesture recognition market report include Robert Bosch GmbH, Intel Corporation, Qualcomm Incorporated, Continental AG, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Fujitsu Limited, NVIDIA Corporation, Avnet Inc., Valeo India Private Limited, Texas Instruments Incorporated, STMicroelectronics N.V., Infineon Technologies AG, NXP Semiconductors N.V., Harman International Industries Incorporated, Zebra Technologies Corporation, IDEMIA, Synaptics Inc., Omnivision Technologies Inc., Cognex Corporation, Visage Technologies, Ultraleap Limited, LeddarTech Inc., Motion Gestures.

North America was the largest region in the automotive gesture recognition market in 2025. The regions covered in the automotive gesture recognition market report include Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automotive gesture recognition market report include Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The automotive gesture recognition market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as consulting services, data analytics services, and system integration. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The automotive gesture recognition market also includes sales of control panels, microprocessors, haptic feedback devices, and gesture recognition modules. 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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