Electric Vehicle Lightweight Materials Market Report 2025

The electric vehicle lightweight materials market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $8.82 billion in 2024 to $11.4 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 29.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to fuel efficiency and range optimization, stringent emission standards, increased consumer awareness, cost reduction in manufacturing, focus on sustainability, urbanization and traffic efficiency, advancements in composite manufacturing.

The electric vehicle lightweight materials market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $30.15 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing range expectations, expansion of charging infrastructure, rising demand for affordable EVs, integration of autonomous driving, improved energy density in batteries, enhanced performance requirements, emergence of energy-efficient materials. Major trends in the forecast period include technological innovations in materials, innovations in battery technologies, integration of nanostructured materials, lightweight design software, thermal management materials, collaborations for material innovation.

The increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is projected to enhance the growth of the electric vehicle lightweight materials market in the future. An electric vehicle is defined as one that is powered by an electric motor, which draws energy from a rechargeable battery and can be recharged from an external source. The next generation of electric vehicles is likely to rely heavily on lightweight materials. The use of composite materials made from fiber-reinforced plastic polymers can significantly reduce the weight of electric vehicles while also improving their performance, durability, and range. For instance, in March 2024, the International Energy Agency, a France-based intergovernmental organization, reported that approximately 14 million electric cars were registered worldwide in 2023, representing a 35% increase from the 10.5 million registered in 2022. In 2023, electric vehicles (EVs) accounted for 18% of total car sales, up from 14% in 2022. This growth indicates robust momentum in the EV market, with weekly registrations in 2023 surpassing 250,000. Battery electric vehicles comprised 70% of the total electric car stock in 2023. Therefore, the rise in the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is propelling the growth of the electric vehicle lightweight materials market.

The escalation in fuel prices is anticipated to propel the growth of the electric vehicle lightweight materials market. As traditional fuel costs surge, consumers become increasingly conscious of overall vehicle ownership expenses. Electric vehicles, leveraging lightweight materials to enhance energy efficiency, become more appealing due to their potential for lower operational costs. For instance, the Bureau of Transportation Statistics reported a 49% rise in regular motor gasoline prices and a 55% increase in diesel fuel prices from January to June 2022. This substantial escalation in conventional fuel prices accentuates the attractiveness of electric vehicles. Consequently, the soaring fuel prices act as a catalyst driving the electric vehicle lightweight materials market forward.

Product innovation emerges as a prominent trend driving advancements in the electric vehicle lightweight materials market. Leading companies operating in this domain are focused on developing innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective lightweight materials to solidify their market presence. A noteworthy instance occurred in March 2022 when Evonik Industries and Vestaro GmbH, both Germany-based specialty chemicals companies, jointly unveiled the pure performance battery, a new generation of electric vehicle battery packs integrated with nano-dispersion technology. This innovation incorporates VESTALITE curing chemicals and the unique Epoxy-SMC cover to produce a new glass fiber-SMC cover. These SMC materials not only reduce battery housing weight by nearly 10% compared to equal-performing covers made from more expensive materials but also deliver equivalent performance levels as previous metal-based enclosures. Additionally, these materials offer designers greater flexibility for semi-integral integration while effectively resolving EMI-shielding challenges with GF composites, showcasing a transformative leap in electric vehicle lightweight materials technology.

Key players within the electric vehicle lightweight materials market are directing their efforts towards product development, notably focusing on advanced thermal insulation additives to maintain their competitive edge in the industry. Advanced thermal insulation additives are materials or substances integrated into systems or structures to augment their resistance against heat transfer. For example, in May 2023, Cabot Corporation, a US-based specialist in specialty chemicals and performance materials, introduced its latest innovation, the ENTERATM aerogel particle portfolio. This launch signifies Cabot's strategic entry into the electric vehicle (EV) technology domain, presenting ENTERA aerogel particles as cutting-edge thermal insulation additives specifically tailored for crafting ultra-thin thermal barriers within EV lithium-ion batteries. These innovative aerogel products provide formulators with versatile options, seamlessly integrating into various thermal barrier forms such as blankets, pads, sheets, films, foams, and coatings. Cabot's strategic move aligns with the automotive industry's continuous quest to enhance thermal management systems for EV batteries, aiming to optimize energy efficiency and extend the driving range of electric vehicles.

In September 2022, Avient Corporation, a US-based provider specializing in specialty polymer formulations, acquired the protective materials business of Royal DSM N.V. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition marked a strategic expansion for Avient, broadening its spectrum of material options to cater to applications demanding the utmost performance, including the Dyneema brand - now listed under Avient Protective Materials. By integrating protective materials, Avient substantially augmented its fastest-growing platform, solidifying its leadership in the advanced composites industry. Royal DSM N.V., headquartered in the Netherlands, specializes in lightweight material solutions, further enhancing Avient's portfolio with its expertise in this field. This acquisition reinforces Avient's commitment to delivering comprehensive and high-performance solutions, securing a stronger foothold in the electric vehicle lightweight materials market.

Major companies operating in the electric vehicle lightweight materials market include Covestro AG, Toray Industries Inc., Saudi Basic Industries Corp., Solvay SA, Celanese Corporation, Novelis Inc, LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V., Constellium SE, SGL Carbon SE, ThyssenKrupp AG, Teijin Limited, Evonik Industries AG, Lanxess AG, Alcoa Corporation, ArcelorMittal, Hindalco Industries Limited, Faurecia, Lear Corporation, Grupo Antolin, Magna International, Norsk Hydro ASA, UACJ Corporation, Kobe Steel Ltd., AMG Advanced Metallurgical Group N.V., Materion Corporation, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, Sumitomo Bakelite Co. Ltd., Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, Huntsman Corporation.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the electric vehicle lightweight materials market in 2024, and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the electric vehicle lightweight materials market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the electric vehicle lightweight materials market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the electric vehicle lightweight materials market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Electric vehicle lightweight materials encompass metal alloys designed to reduce the total cost of ownership and enhance efficiency by improving the performance-to-weight ratio. These refined materials are utilized to construct lightweight car bodies and interiors, contributing to a reduction in vehicle weight and an improvement in energy efficiency.

The main types of electric vehicle lightweight materials include metals and alloys, composites, plastics elastomers, and others. Metals, which are elements with distinct chemical and physical characteristics, find applications in various vehicles, including passenger cars (hatchbacks and sedans), utility vehicles (SUVs, MPVs, compact SUVs), light commercial vehicles, and medium to heavy-duty vehicles such as buses and coaches. These materials are utilized in propulsion systems for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs), and Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs). Their applications span electric vehicle battery packs, electric traction motors, electronic components, power electronic controllers, body-in-white, chassis and suspension components, transmissions, doors, interiors, and various other components.

The electric vehicle lightweight materials market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides electric vehicle lightweight materials market statistics, including the electric vehicle lightweight materials industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with an electric vehicle lightweight materials market share, detailed electric vehicle lightweight materials market segments, market trends, and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the electric vehicle lightweight materials industry. This electric vehicle lightweight materials market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

The electric vehicle lightweight materials market consists of sales of steel, glass fiber, carbon fiber, and advanced plastics and composite materials. 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.

This product will be delivered within 3-5 business days.