Automotive Microcontrollers Market Size & Share 2024 to 2032
Market Size by Bit Size (8-bit Microcontrollers, 16-bit Microcontrollers, 32-bit Microcontrollers), by Vehicle Type (Passenger Vehicle, Commercial Vehicle), by Propulsion Type, by Application, by End User & Forecast.
Report ID: GMI7604
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Published Date: December 2023
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Report Format: PDF
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Authors:
Suraj Gujar, Ankita Chavan
Automotive Microcontrollers Market Size
Automotive Microcontrollers Market was valued at over USD 13.2 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of around 8% between 2024 and 2032. The increasing shift toward Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) is driving the demand for microcontrollers in battery management systems, electric powertrain control, and other related applications. According to an IEA report, the share of electric cars in total sales increased to over 14% in 2022 with over 10 million sales compared to over 4% in 2020. The transition to electric powertrains requires sophisticated power electronics including inverters and converters. Microcontrollers are essential for controlling these power electronics and managing the flow of electrical energy between the battery & the electric motor.
Automotive Microcontrollers Market Key Takeaways
Market Size & Growth
Key Market Drivers
Challenges
Automotive microcontrollers are Integrated Circuits (ICs) embedded in vehicles, managing Electronic Control Units (ECUs) to control functions including engine performance, safety systems, and infotainment. These compact devices process real-time data from sensors, enabling precise control over vehicle components. They play a vital role in enhancing automotive performance, efficiency, and connectivity.
The design and development of advanced automotive microcontrollers involve substantial research, development & testing costs. The complexity of meeting stringent safety and quality standards adds to these expenses, potentially limiting market entry for some companies.
COVID-19 Impact
The COVID-19 pandemic had notable impacts on the automotive microcontrollers market. The disruptions in the global supply chains led to shortages of critical components including semiconductors. Automotive microcontroller manufacturers faced challenges in sourcing materials and components, causing production delays. Many automotive manufacturers temporarily halted production or faced reduced capacity due to lockdowns, restrictions, and workforce shortages. This directly impacted the demand for automotive microcontrollers as vehicle production scaled back. The automotive industry including microcontroller manufacturers faced challenges related to semiconductor shortages. Increased demand for consumer electronics during the pandemic strained semiconductor production capacity, affecting the availability of microcontrollers for automotive applications.
Automotive Microcontrollers Market Trends
The automotive industry has witnessed a growing integration of ADAS. Microcontrollers are at the forefront of this trend, enabling the processing of data from various sensors and cameras to implement features such as adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking & lane-keeping assistance. To meet the escalating processing demands of advanced applications, there is a notable shift toward employing multicore microcontrollers. These architectures facilitate parallel processing, enabling microcontrollers to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and improve the overall system performance.
The trend toward connected vehicles and V2X communication is driving the demand for microcontrollers with robust communication capabilities. These controllers enable vehicles to exchange information with each other and the surrounding infrastructure, contributing to enhanced safety & efficiency.
Automotive Microcontrollers Market Analysis
Based on application, the market is divided into powertrain & chassis, safety & security, body electronics, telematics & infotainment, ADAS, and others. The powertrain & chassis segment dominated the global market with a share of over 30% in 2023.
Based on bit size, the market is segmented into 8-bit microcontrollers, 16-bit microcontrollers, and 32-bit microcontrollers. The 32-bit microcontrollers segment is anticipated to register a CAGR of over 10% till 2032.
North America dominated the global automotive microcontrollers market with a share of over 35% in 2023. North American companies are actively involved in the development and testing of autonomous driving technologies. Microcontrollers play a critical role in processing real-time data from various sensors, enabling decision-making in autonomous vehicles. The region has a strong presence of leading automotive manufacturers, technology companies, and research institutions. Ongoing research & development activities in North America contribute to the innovation and advancement of automotive technologies including microcontrollers. North America is also witnessing a high demand for in-car connectivity, infotainment systems, and advanced features among consumers. Automotive microcontrollers facilitate the integration of these technologies, meeting the expectations of tech-savvy consumers.
Automotive Microcontrollers Market Share
Players operating in the automotive microcontrollers industry focus on implementing different growth strategies to strengthen their offerings and expand their market reach. These strategies involve new product developments & launches, partnerships & collaborations, mergers & acquisitions, and customer retention. These players also heavily invest in R&D to introduce innovative products in the market.
Automotive Microcontrollers Market Companies
Major players operating in the automotive microcontrollers industry are:
Automotive Microcontrollers Industry News
The automotive microcontrollers market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue (USD Billion and Units) from 2018 to 2032 for the following segments:
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Market, By Bit Size
Market, By Vehicle Type
Market, By Propulsion Type
Market, By Application
Market, By End User
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