Connected Car Security Market Size & Share 2026-2035
Report ID: GMI15593
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Published Date: February 2026
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Report Format: PDF
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Authors: Preeti Wadhwani, Satyam Jaiswal

Connected Car Security Market Size
The global connected car security market was valued at USD 3.9 billion in 2025. The market is expected to grow from USD 4.4 billion in 2026 to USD 13.8 billion in 2035 at a CAGR of 13.6%, according to latest report published by Global Market Insights Inc.
Connected Car Security Market Key Takeaways
Market Size & Growth
Regional Dominance
Key Market Drivers
Challenges
Opportunity
Key Players
Enterprises and car manufacturers are increasingly adopting connected car security solutions to safeguard vehicle ecosystems, optimize fleet management, and provide real-time threat protection for connected platforms. As vehicles become software-defined and data-centric, cybersecurity functionalities are being integrated directly into vehicle systems, backend servers, and cloud infrastructure to minimize operational risks and manual processes. For example, in June 2025, NXP Semiconductors acquired TTTech Auto, enhancing safety-critical and secure vehicle platforms, which indicates increasing enterprise interest in scalable automotive cybersecurity solutions.
Continuous innovation in automotive computing platforms, edge AI processors, and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) solutions is improving the performance and scalability of connected car security solutions. Improved processing capabilities and optimized security algorithms enable real-time intrusion detection, secure communication, and over-the-air threat protection for large vehicle fleets. For example, Arm Holdings and Continental AG formed a strategic partnership in January 2025 to promote software-defined vehicle development and incorporate effective cybersecurity solutions.
The exponential growth of structured and unstructured vehicle data—generated from sensors, infotainment systems, telematics, and autonomous driving platforms—is significantly expanding the capabilities of connected car security solutions. This data richness enables behavioral analytics, anomaly detection, and predictive threat modeling tailored to specific vehicle platforms and use cases. In 2025, AUTOCRYPT and Anritsu signed an MoU at CES 2025 to advance automotive cybersecurity testing in simulated 5G environments, demonstrating how data-driven security enables adaptive protection mechanisms.
Strategic partnerships, mergers, and collaborations between automotive OEMs, cybersecurity vendors, and cloud service providers are accelerating market expansion and innovation. These collaborations enable seamless integration of connected car security into vehicle lifecycle management, fleet operations, and mobility services. For instance, Palo Alto Networks partnered with Aptiv in June 2025 to deliver automotive cybersecurity solutions, illustrating how enterprises are embedding security into connected vehicle ecosystems while driving sustained market momentum.
Connected Car Security Market Trends
The development of Connected Car Security is rapidly progressing from traditional monitoring solutions to smart, AI-based solutions for proactive threat analysis, real-time updates, and secure communication across various domains of vehicles. This will help enterprises shift from traditional intrusion detection notifications to the integration of security as a fundamental element of vehicle fleet management, software-defined vehicles, and mobility services.
In September 2025, Vector announced the launch of SDx Cloud, a scalable software-defined systems platform that supports cloud-based deployment and updates for various domains of vehicles. SDx Cloud enables car manufacturers and vehicle fleet owners to adopt continuous monitoring, centralized security management, and adaptive software updates to ensure connected vehicles are secured against emerging threats and improve overall operational efficiency.
Advanced Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) solutions are becoming a fundamental requirement for device and vehicle cybersecurity. In August 2025, Trustonic announced the launch of Kinibi 700a, providing cryptographic improvements, fault injection protections, and post-quantum security capabilities. Kinibi 700a is compliant with ASPICE and ISO 9001, allowing manufacturers to embed standardized and secure protection for connected devices, thereby improving regulatory requirements and global compatibility.
Standardization and certification for vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication are driving global adoption. Enterprises are increasingly adopting AI-powered, customizable security solutions tailored to specific vehicle and fleet data. These models enable predictive threat detection, real-time anomaly monitoring, and compliance with regional standards, allowing companies to differentiate offerings, improve operational safety, and deliver specialized value across automotive, industrial, and mobility service sectors.
Connected Car Security Market Analysis
Based on form, the market is divided into in-vehicle solutions and external cloud services. The in-vehicle solutions dominated the market, accounting for 64.8% in 2025 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.1% through 2026 to 2035.
Based on security, the connected car security market is segmented into endpoint security, application security, network security, and cloud security. Network security segment dominates the market with 43.8% share in 2025, and the segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.8% from 2026 to 2035.
Based on solution, the connected car security market is segmented into software and hardware. The hardware segment dominates the market with 65.1% share in 2025, and the segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.9% from 2026 to 2035.
Based on propulsion, the market is segmented into internal combustion engine (ICE), and electric vehicle. The transformers segment is expected to dominate the market with a share of 51.9% in 2025.
The US connected car security market reached USD 1.4 billion in 2025, growing from USD 1.3 billion in 2024.
North America dominated the connected car security market with a market size of USD 1.6 billion in 2025.
Europe connected car security market accounted for a share of 23.13% and generated revenue of USD 909.9 million in 2025.
Germany dominates the connected car security market, showcasing strong growth potential, with a CAGR of 12.7% from 2026 to 2035.
The Asia Pacific connected car security market is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR of 16.2% from 2026 to 2035 and generated revenue of USD 1.1 billion in 2025.
China connected car security market is estimated to grow with a CAGR of 17.1% from 2026 to 2035.
Latin America connected car security market shows lucrative growth over the forecast period.
Brazil connected car security market is estimated to grow with a CAGR of 16.3% from 2026 to 2035 and reach USD 236.9 million in 2035.
The Middle East and Africa connected car security market accounted for USD 247 million in 2025 and is anticipated to show lucrative growth over the forecast period.
UAE market is expected to experience substantial growth in the Middle East and Africa transportation management system market, with a CAGR of 13.9% from 2026 to 2035.
Connected Car Security Market Share
Connected Car Security Market Companies
Major players operating in the connected car security industry are:
ARM
AUMOVIO
BlackBerry
Harman International
Intertek
Keysight Technologies
KPIT Technologies
NXP Semiconductors
Secunet Security Networks
The connected car security market is highly competitive, comprising global technology leaders, semiconductor companies, and specialized cybersecurity firms. Key players focus on securing in-vehicle networks, telematics, and software-defined systems, offering solutions such as secure infotainment, intrusion detection, and cryptographic hardware. Continuous innovation in these areas enables automakers and fleet operators to deploy robust cybersecurity frameworks, integrate cloud-based monitoring, and protect vehicles from evolving cyber threats.
Specialized companies differentiate by providing industry-specific solutions, including V2X security, real-time threat detection, and compliance-focused platforms. Managed services, system integration, and ongoing updates further enhance adoption, helping enterprises implement connected car security solutions efficiently. By combining tailored frameworks, verification, and operational support, these firms strengthen vehicle safety, regulatory compliance, and resilience in an increasingly connected automotive ecosystem.
Collective market share in 2025 is 69.8%
26.3 % market share
Connected Car Security Industry News
The connected car security market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecasts in terms of revenue ($ Mn/Bn) from 2022 to 2035, for the following segments:
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Market, By Security
Market, By Form
Market, By Solution
Market, By Vehicle
Market, By Propulsion
Market, By Application
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