Automotive Headliner Market Report 2025

The automotive headliner (oe) market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $12.87 billion in 2024 to $13.52 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to regulatory standards, consumer preferences, cost pressures, global automotive production trends, supply chain dynamics.

The automotive headliner (oe) market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $17.1 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to lightweight materials demand, electrification trends, integration of smart features, sustainability focus, adaptation to autonomous driving, global economic outlook. Major trends in the forecast period include advanced manufacturing technologies, customization and personalization, integration of smart technologies, regulatory compliance and safety standards, material innovation.

The increasing sales of luxury cars are anticipated to drive the growth of the automotive headliner (OE) market in the future. Luxury cars are defined as vehicles produced by high-end manufacturers, featuring superior performance, opulent interiors, and advanced safety and technology features not typically found in lower-priced vehicles. Headliners play a crucial role in luxury cars by providing noise insulation and enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the interior. Consequently, the rise in luxury car sales will contribute positively to the market's expansion. For example, in September 2023, the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), a government agency, reported that luxury vehicles represented 18% of all new vehicle sales in the second quarter of 2023. Therefore, the growth in luxury car sales is fueling the development of the automotive headliner (OE) market.

The upward trend in vehicle production is poised to propel the growth of the automotive headliner (OE) market. Vehicles, encompassing a wide range of transportation devices, utilize headliners to conceal wiring, electrical components, and accessories, offering design elements that enhance the overall interior aesthetics. The surge in vehicle production results in increased demand for headliners, reflecting their integral role in vehicle interiors. In May 2023, the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association reported a global motor vehicle production of 85.4 million units in 2022, marking a 5.7% increase from the previous year. Notably, China led in vehicle production, contributing 27,222 units in 2022. This rise in vehicle production is a key driver for the growth of the automotive headliner (OE) market.

Key players in the automotive headliner (OE) market are forming strategic partnerships to introduce new features for digital projection systems aimed at enhancing user experience. Strategic partnerships involve companies leveraging each other's strengths and resources for mutual benefits and success. For example, in March 2022, Grupo Antolin, a Spain-based automotive company, collaborated with ams OSRAM Automotive Lighting Systems, a Germany-based manufacturer specializing in innovative lighting and sensor technologies for the automotive sector. This partnership aims to create advanced digital projection functionalities for various surfaces, improving passenger comfort and experience during journeys. Their digital projection technology will enable the display of personalized content, synchronized with ambient lighting, to craft a unique atmosphere within the vehicle.

Prominent companies in the automotive headliner (OE) market are strategically focusing on the development of innovative and sustainable products to gain a competitive edge. One such notable initiative involves the creation of an eco-friendly car headliner substrate produced from organic waste, utilizing polyurethane derived from recycled PET bottles and other organic sources. This environmentally conscious approach aims to contribute to the conservation of natural resources and reduce dependence on fossil-based raw materials. Grupo Antolin, a Spain-based manufacturer of interior car components, exemplifies this commitment by launching an eco-friendly car headliner in January 2023. The headliner, already in serial production for a new car model, retains the appearance and properties of a standard headliner while achieving sustainability enhancements. The success of this initiative is attributed to a collaborative manufacturing process developed with key suppliers, emphasizing the crucial role of cooperation in advancing sustainable mobility.

In April 2023, Lear Corporation, a US-based automotive technology company, made a strategic move by acquiring I.G. Bauerhin (IGB) for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition positions IGB's products to strengthen Lear's Thermal Comfort Systems portfolio, integrating effective heating, ventilation, and active cooling alongside lumbar support and massage features, complemented by exceptional seating craftsmanship. I.G. Bauerhin (IGB), headquartered in Germany, specializes in producing automotive seat heating, ventilation, active cooling, steering wheel heating, seat sensors, and electronic control modules. This acquisition reflects Lear Corporation's commitment to expanding its technological capabilities in providing comprehensive and innovative solutions within the automotive industry.

Major companies operating in the automotive headliner market include Adient Plc, Freudenberg Performance Materials Holding SE & Co. KG, Grupo Antolin S.A., Howa-Tramico SA, IAC Group, Industrialesud S. p. A, Lear Corporation, Motus Integrated Technologies LLC, SMS Auto Fabrics Inc., Sage Automotive Interiors Inc., Toyota Boshoku Corporation, UGN Inc., Toray Plastics Inc., International Automotive Components Group LLC, Borgers SE & Co.KGaA, Kasai Inc., Sumitomo Riko Company, Nihon Tokushu Toryo Co. Ltd., Yanfeng Automotive Interiors, Hayashi Telempu Corporation, IMR-Industrialesud Spa, Inteva Products LLC.

North America was the largest region in the automotive headliner (OE) market in 2024. The regions covered in the automotive headliner (oe) market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automotive headliner (oe) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Automotive headliner (OE) is a multi-layered material installed on the ceiling or roof lining of a vehicle, concealing underlying metal, wiring, and hardware while providing insulation against heat and noise.

The primary types of automotive headliner (OE) products include thermoplastic and thermoset materials. Thermoplastic polymers can be softened by heat and molded, used in automotive headliners to achieve sound and thermal absorption. Various material types such as fabric, foam-based materials, suede foam-based materials, perforated vinyl, synthetic-backed cloth, and composite materials are employed, incorporating both lighted and conventional technologies. Automotive headliners are utilized in passenger vehicles, light commercial vehicles, and heavy commercial vehicles to ensure enhanced insulation and noise reduction within the vehicle interiors.

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The automotive headliner (OE) market consists of sales of foam-backed vinyl and regular marine vinyl. 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.

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