Automotive Glazing Market Report 2024

The automotive glazing market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $20.08 billion in 2023 to $21.46 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to several factors, including a focus on reducing vehicle weight to enhance fuel efficiency, rising consumer demand for vehicles, heightened emphasis on acoustic comfort within vehicles, increased awareness of the detrimental effects of UV radiation, and growing environmental awareness.

The automotive glazing market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $28.14 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rapid urbanization, expansion of the automotive aftermarket, increasing demand for luxury and premium vehicles, globalization of automotive production, and the rise of electric and hybrid vehicles. Major trends expected in this period include the adoption of stringent safety standards and regulations, advancements in glazing technologies, developments in smart glass technologies, infrastructure enhancements, and improvements in manufacturing processes.

The automotive glazing market is poised for growth, driven by the increasing production of vehicles worldwide. This rise is fueled by substantial investments in vehicle technology, prompted by stringent environmental regulations and growing consumer demand for sustainable transportation options. Automotive glazing plays a pivotal role in enhancing vehicle safety, comfort, and aesthetics through advanced glass technologies. It improves visibility, reduces noise levels, and offers UV protection. For instance, data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) in May 2023 revealed a global production of 85.4 million motor vehicles in 2022, reflecting a 5.7% increase from the previous year and underscoring the growth trajectory of the automotive glazing market.

Leading companies in the automotive glazing sector are focusing on innovation to maintain a competitive advantage. They are developing cutting-edge products, such as automotive glass with integrated solar power generation capabilities. This technology embeds photovoltaic cells within the glass to convert sunlight into electricity. It enables vehicles to harness solar energy, potentially powering onboard systems or extending the range of electric vehicles. For instance, AGC Automotive Europe S.A., based in Belgium, introduced a photovoltaic panoramic sunroof for passenger vehicles in March 2024. Constructed using glass-glass technology, this sunroof can generate between 170 W and 380 W of power, leveraging high-efficiency solar cells with efficiencies exceeding 25%, such as n-type monocrystalline silicon tunnel oxide passivated (TOPCon), heterojunction (HJT), or n-type back contact (xBC) solar cells.

In September 2021, BASF SE, a German chemical company, partnered with Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd. to advance the development of high-quality sealed glass and functional encapsulated glass for vehicles. This collaboration aims to enhance the innovation and sustainability of automotive glass and functional materials. Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd., headquartered in China, is renowned for its expertise in glass manufacturing.

Major companies operating in the automotive glazing market are Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A., Saudi Basic Industries Corporation, Magna International Inc., Evonik Industries AG, Bayer MaterialScience, PPG Industries Inc., Asahi Glass Corporation, Corning Incorporated, Teijin Limited, Sisecam Automotive Bulgaria EAD, Trinseo PLC, Nippon Sheet Glass Co. Ltd, Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd, Guardian Industries, Webasto Thermo & Comfort, Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited, Gentex Corporation, Pilkington Brothers Limited, Vitro SAB de CV, Glaston Corporation, Chi Mei Corporation, Dongguan Benson Automobile Glass Co, KRD Sicherheitstechnik GmbH.

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

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

Automotive glazing refers to the glass used in vehicle windows, including windshields and side windows, which serves to protect the vehicle interior from external elements, reduce energy consumption, and ensure occupant safety. The glass is typically laminated or tempered to enhance strength and safety features, including noise reduction and UV ray protection.

The primary types of automotive glazing include single glazing, double glazing, and triple low-e glazing. Single glazing involves a single pane of glass within the window frame. Materials used for automotive glazing include laminated glass, tempered glass, and polycarbonate (PB), while technologies include sun control glazing, hydrophobic glazing, switchable glazing, and conventional options. Automotive glazing finds applications in various parts of vehicles such as windshields, sidelights, and backlights, and it is distributed through channels including original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the aftermarket.

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The automotive glazing market consists of sales of polycarbonate rear windshields, laminated rear lighting, tempered sidelines, and sunroofs. 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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