Automotive Terminal Market Report 2026

The automotive terminal market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $20.35 billion in 2025 to $22.46 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in use of conventional low, medium, and high-current terminals, growth in passenger and commercial vehicles, increasing adoption in body control and safety systems, deployment in battery and lighting systems, integration with engine and emission control applications.

The automotive terminal market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $33.24 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increase in AI-enabled terminals, rising adoption of connected and IoT-compatible terminals, expansion of high-power and specialty terminals, growth in hybrid and electric vehicle applications, increase in multi-pole and advanced terminal solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include deployment of smart automotive terminals, adoption of IoT-connected terminal systems, expansion of high-current terminals, implementation of AI-enabled terminal solutions, growth of multi-pole and specialty terminals.

The growth of electric vehicles (EVs) is expected to be a significant driver for the automotive terminal market. Electric vehicles operate using one or more electric motors for propulsion, drawing power from sources such as batteries, fuel cells, or solar panels. Automotive terminals play a crucial role in facilitating electrical connections for power transfer and communication between components in electric vehicles. For instance, in 2024, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), a France-based intergovernmental organization, sales of electric cars in 2023 were 3.5 million units higher than in 2022, representing a 35% year-on-year increase. Therefore, the increasing adoption of electric vehicles is a key factor propelling the growth of the automotive terminal market.

Major companies in the Automotive Terminal market are concentrating on developing innovative solutions such as integrated logistics management to improve efficiency, reduce lead times, and optimize the movement of vehicles and automotive parts across regions. Integrated logistics management involves combining transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and real-time tracking into a single system to streamline operations and enhance supply chain visibility. For instance, in July 2025, Toyota Tsusho, a Japan-based trading and logistics company, launched Egypt’s first automotive logistics terminal through a joint venture. The terminal is designed to efficiently manage vehicle imports and exports, providing end-to-end logistics services including storage, inspection, and distribution. This solution boosts operational efficiency for automotive manufacturers and dealers, reduces transportation bottlenecks, and supports the expansion of Egypt’s automotive trade and supply chain ecosystem.

In May 2024, G+T, an Australian law firm, is advising Qube Holdings, a logistics and infrastructure company, in its acquisition of the Melbourne International RoRo & Automotive Terminal for an undisclosed amount. G+T is assisting Qube in acquiring the terminal for approximately $332.5 million. The Melbourne International RoRo & Automotive Terminal (MIRRAT) is a vital infrastructure asset, being the sole dedicated roll-on, roll-off terminal serving the Victorian market. This strategic acquisition aims to enhance operational capacity, improve supply chain efficiency, and support sustainability initiatives, ultimately reinforcing Qube's position as a leader in automotive logistics while positively impacting the local economy.

Major companies operating in the automotive terminal market are TE Connectivity, Aptiv PLC, Yazaki Corporation, Molex LLC, Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd., Amphenol Corporation, Lear Corporation, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., Hirose Electric Co., Ltd., JST Mfg. Co., Ltd., Korea Electric Terminal Co., Ltd. (KET), Rosenberger Hochfrequenztechnik GmbH & Co. KG, Luxshare Precision Industry Co., Ltd., Samtec, Inc., ITT / ITT Cannon (or associated connector business), 3M Company, HARTING Technology Group, JAE (Japan Aviation Electronics Industry, Ltd.), BizLink (or BizLink / related wiring‑harness & connector supplier), Foxconn (Hon HAI Precision Industry Co., Ltd.) / Foxconn‑FIT.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are influencing the automotive terminals market by increasing costs for imported low, medium, and high-current terminals, as well as specialized terminals for body control, safety, engine, and battery systems. Passenger and commercial vehicles in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America are most affected due to reliance on imported precision components. Nevertheless, tariffs are encouraging local terminal production, regional sourcing of critical parts, and development of AI- and IoT-integrated terminals, improving supply chain resilience and adoption of advanced automotive terminal solutions.

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Automotive terminals are devices designed to provide durable and efficient cable connections in vehicles. These terminals ensure reliable connections in cars, trucks, and other automotive applications. Automotive connector terminals typically consist of standardized components that facilitate quick and high-quality connections between one or more wires and a header or other wires.

The main types of current ratings for automotive terminals are categorized into three groups including below 40 amperes, 41-100 amperes, and above 100 amperes. The below 40 ampere category refers to automotive terminals with a current rating below 40 amperes, commonly used in vehicle applications such as lighting, accessories, and engine idling. Automotive terminals find applications in various systems within vehicles, including body control and interiors, safety and security, cooling, engine and emission control, infotainment, lighting systems, and battery systems. These terminals are utilized in both passenger and commercial vehicles to ensure efficient and reliable electrical connections.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive terminal market in 2025. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the automotive terminal market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automotive terminal market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The automotive terminal market consists of sales of pin terminals, receptable terminals, sockets terminals, and tab terminals. 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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