Automotive Heat Shield Global Market Report 2024

The automotive heat shield serves the purpose of absorbing, reflecting, or dissipating excessive heat. A high-quality heat shield is characterized by its elevated thermal resistance and emittance. Its primary function is to safeguard vehicle components from heat, either by deflecting the heat away or absorbing it.

Two main categories of automotive heat shields exist such as metallic and non-metallic. Metallic materials encompass stainless steel, aluminum, and various alloys, while non-metallic options include materials like nylon and ceramics. Automotive heat shields come in diverse types, including single shell, double shell, and sandwich configurations. These are strategically applied to components such as exhaust systems, turbochargers, under the bonnet, engine compartments, and under the chassis. These heat shields find application across passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and heavy commercial vehicles, with distribution occurring through both OEM and aftermarket channels to reach customers.

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The automotive heat shield market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $14.17 billion in 2023 to $15.06 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth observed during the historical period can be attributed to concerns related to engine efficiency, compliance with emission regulations, advancements in materials, and heightened performance demands in the automotive sector.

The automotive heat shield market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $19.65 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing prevalence of electric vehicles, advancements in autonomous vehicle technologies, global concerns about climate change, and the adoption of advanced manufacturing techniques in the automotive industry. Major trends expected during this period involve the integration of smart technologies, a focus on customization and personalization in vehicle offerings, and a growing emphasis on sustainable solutions within the automotive sector.

The automotive heat shield market is experiencing a notable surge due to a heightened emphasis on lightweight heat shields constructed from advanced materials. These shields, characterized by their reduced weight, not only contribute to a lighter vehicle but also enhance overall efficiency. Their thermal protective properties offer improved car performance compared to heavier alternatives. Citing insights from the Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy, even a modest 10% reduction in vehicle weight can yield fuel savings between 6-8%. The utilization of lightweight components and efficient engines in a significant portion of the US fleet is projected to potentially conserve up to 5 billion gallons of fuel annually by 2030. Furthermore, innovations like lightweight heat shields insulated with melamine foam, capable of withstanding temperatures up to 1000 °F, and hydrophobic melamine foam-based shields for targeted heat management rated up to 800 °F, boasting 98% reflectivity, are driving a growing focus on these fuel-efficient and thermally protective solutions, thereby fostering expansion within the automotive heat shield market.

The accelerating adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) stands as a significant catalyst propelling the automotive heat shield market forward. As the electric vehicle market continues to grow, there arises a heightened demand for specialized heat shields catering to the thermal management systems of EV batteries and associated components. These heat shields play a critical role in regulating and dissipating the heat generated within electric vehicles. Notably, data from the International Energy Agency (IEA) underscores this trend, revealing a substantial increase in electric vehicle sales in Europe, soaring from 1.4 million in 2020 to 2.3 million in 2021. This trajectory affirms the influential role of the burgeoning electric vehicle sector in driving the automotive heat shield market's expansion.

A notable trend within the realm of automotive heat shields involves the rising prominence of soundproof shields, aligning with governmental regulations targeting noise reduction. Autoneum, a leading Swiss-based manufacturer specializing in vehicle thermal insulation and acoustics, has introduced innovative acoustic heat shields based on their RIMIC technology. These shields effectively mitigate noise emissions by converting airborne sound into thermal energy and subsequently absorbing it. Specifically designed to absorb high-frequency sounds ranging between 2-6 kHz, these shields have found adoption among various prominent car manufacturers such as BMW, Mercedes Benz, and Volvo, reflecting a growing industry trend towards meeting regulatory noise standards through advanced heat shield solutions.

Prominent players within the automotive heat shields market are strategically prioritizing the development of advanced materials to elevate the performance and efficiency of heat shield solutions. This concerted effort towards material innovation signifies a pivotal advancement in automotive heat shield technologies. Notably, in March 2021, Zircotec, a leading UK-based manufacturer specializing in automotive heat shields and coatings, introduced the ZircoFlex Shield - an innovative automotive heat shield material setting new benchmarks in weight reduction, thermal efficacy, and packaging capacity. This cutting-edge material integrates a conventional insulation core with Zircotec's proprietary heat barrier coatings. The ZircoFlex Shield showcases impressive attributes, delivering a remarkable surface temperature reduction of up to 125°C on exhausts and a substantial 40% enhancement in heat shielding capabilities while maintaining just half the thickness compared to the nearest competitor's heat shield.

In a significant development dated April 2023, Autoneum Holding AG, a reputable Switzerland-based manufacturer focusing on vehicle acoustic and thermal insulation solutions, completed the acquisition of Borgers Automotive, marking a strategic expansion of Autoneum's product portfolio. This undisclosed acquisition enables Autoneum to incorporate textile-based acoustic and insulation materials, including heat shields, aligning seamlessly with Autoneum's objectives for sustainable product manufacturing. Borgers Automotive, a Germany-based automotive parts manufacturer renowned for its expertise in heat insulation and acoustics, bolsters Autoneum's capabilities in offering a wider range of heat shield solutions, further consolidating its position in the market.

Major companies operating in the in the automotive heat shield market report are Autoneum Nittoku Pvt. Ltd., Carcoustics, Dana Incorporated, ElringKlinger AG, Lydall Inc., Morgan Advanced Materials plc, Tenneco Inc., UGN Inc., Covpress Ltd, DuPont de Nemours, Inc., Happich GmbH, Sumitomo riko Co. Ltd., Talbros Automotive Components Ltd., Ningbo Tuopu Group, Zhuzhou Times New Material Technology Co., Ltd., Zircotec Ltd., NICHIAS Corporation, Adient PLC, Aisin Corporation, BorgWarner Inc., Continental AG, Denso Corporation, Hitachi Astemo, Ltd., JTEKT Corporation, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Robert Bosch GmbH, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S. A, Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG, Siemens AG, Sogefi Group

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive heat shield market in 2023. Europe was the second-largest region in the automotive heat shield market share. The regions covered in the automotive heat shield market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the automotive heat shield market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.

The automotive heat shield market consists of sales of fixed, or rigid heat shield and flexible heat shield. 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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