The automobile regulatory framework in Europe and North America has been instrumental in creating a sustainable environment in the automobile industry. The latest regulatory framework, the Euro 6, which was introduced in 2011 and came into effect in September 2014, changed the regulatory standards that have been crucial in determining the dynamics of the automotive market in the region. Since 2013, the EC (European Commission), along with EEA/EMEP, has been maintaining the record of emission performance standard for each new vehicle registered in Europe. The emission regulations bind the automotive manufacturers together. The freight companies and fleet owners are rapidly moving toward incorporating more technologies that are expected to reduce the average emission rate. Thereby, a need to reduce vehicle weight for lowering emission levels has greatly encouraged the employment of high pressure die casting (HPDC) parts in vehicles.

Wireless power transmission involves the transfer of electrical power from transmitter to receiver without any wired connection. Introduction of smart charging mats and newly launched ground pads specifically for electric vehicles increases the demand for wireless charging systems globally. Increase in sales of electric vehicles (EVs), constant advancements in portable electronics as well as wearables, and frequent need for harvesting ambient RF energy are expected to drive the growth of the global wireless electric vehicle charging market during the forecast period. However, expensive technology for its integration and slower charging as compared to other charging technologies hamper the market growth. The wireless electric vehicle charging market is segmented on the basis of power source, installation, distribution channel, vehicle type, and region. The power source segment is divided into 3≤11 kW, 11–50 kW, and >50 kW. Based on installation, the market is bifurcated into home and commercial. Depending on distribution channel, it is segregated into OEMs and aftermarket. The vehicle type segment is classified into battery electric vehicles (BEV), plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), and commercial electric vehicles. Region wise, it is studied across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

Wireless power transmission transfers electrical power from transmitter to receiver without any wire connection. Wireless charging technology allows multiple devices to connect wirelessly. The smart charging mats and newly launched ground pads specifically for electric vehicles increase the demand for wireless charging in the market. In addition, with the use of laser and microwave technology, the Startup Company Wi-Charge Ltd. has developed technology that charges electronic devices such as smart phones, bands, and earbuds from a significant distance. Increase in sales of electric vehicles (EVs), constantly evolving portable electronics as well as wearables market, and frequent need of harvesting ambient RF energy are expected to drive the wireless charging market during the forecast period. However, expensive technology for its integration and slower charging as compared to other charging technologies are expected to hamper the growth of the market.

The high usage of magnetic sensors in new navigation devices, presence detection (building automation related applications), medical areas, and the automotive sector is leading to a paradigm shift in the magnetic sensors market, worldwide. As the efficiency and capabilities of these sensors improve over time, their enhanced ability to measure without physical contact is leading to their crucial application in electronic systems. There are emerging applications in the field of automotive, used as automotive control systems, braking systems, engine control systems, etc., whereas in other areas, these are deployed in systems, like an electronic compass in mobile phones. The application of magnetic sensors is increasing due to their ability to convert motion into signal remotely and provide information and intelligence to objects; this is driving the demand for automotive and IoT applications. For instance, Infineon offers Xensiv line of magnetic sensors specific to the automotive industry; the company's Hall and GMR based magnetic speed sensors find applications in safety and powertrain applications, such as ESP, ABS, camshafts/crankshafts, and automatic transmissions.

Automotive trims are the plastic components installed in the vehicle to provide a better look and features to the vehicle. Numerous components such as front & rear bumpers, dashboards, and similar others installed in a vehicle describe different trims, which have a wider application in a vehicle. The automotive trims market has witnessed significant growth over the years, owing to increase in trend vehicles, which are equipped with light weight components to increase the efficiency of the vehicles. The automotive trims market is segmented into material type, interior application, exterior application, vehicle type, end use, and region. By material type, the market is categorized into acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), polypropylene (PP), polyoxymethylene (POM), thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), and others. By interior application, it is classified into dashboards, door panels, and several other components. By exterior component, it is divided into bumpers, window & door seals, and others. ICE passenger vehicle, ICE commercial vehicle, battery electric vehicle (BEV), hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) are the different types of vehicles studied in the global market. Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and aftermarket are the different end users of the automotive trims. By region, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

The report incorporates the study of the automotive tire that focuses on the seasonal tires, rim size used by each vehicles, and the channel through which the tires are operated in the business. A rubber tire is a component fitted around the rim of a wheel to transfer the load of a vehicle from the axle to the ground. Majority of the tires are pneumatically inflated to offer a flexible cushion with shock absorption when the tire travels over a rough surface. Moreover, automobile manufacturers are inclining toward electric and alternative fuel vehicles due to implementation of vehicle emission regulations. The rise in production of commercial and passenger cars along with the new advanced technology creates a demand for the tire business globally. For instance, Bridgestone came up with new innovative tires “Ecopia EP500 ologic”. These tires are based on “Ologic technology” which uses synergies of large diameter in conjunction with smaller width. Furthermore, this solution improves fuel efficiency by reducing rolling resistance and environmental impacts. In addition, the Continental started offering different categorized tire as their product such as winter, all seasoned and summer to boost the sales of tire in the global market.

With increasingly stringent environmental concerns, governments and environment agencies across the world have been continually working toward reducing exhaust emissions. They have also been focusing on improving fuel economy, which, in turn, is expected to aid in reducing exhaust emissions. As a result, automobile manufacturers have been working toward reducing the overall weight of vehicles, as it can ensure prominent reduction in CO2 emissions. Weight reduction of 10 kg is estimated to save 1 g of CO2 emission per kilometer. In this regard, the focus on the adoption of subsystems, like EPS, has increased, as the incorporation of the EPS results in significant weight savings. In EPS, an electric steering system replaces the hydraulic piston and pump with an electric motor. The motor draws electricity from the battery, only when the vehicle is turning. There is no power loss in such systems, which decreases the fuel consumption of the vehicle. In addition, the aforementioned developments aid in weight reduction, in turn resulting in fuel efficiency of up to 3% and less carbon emissions. When compared to the hydraulic power steering systems, increased fuel efficiency is one of the most deserving advantages of the EPS systems. Furthermore, the automotive industr y’s paradigm shift toward electric mobility is projected to shift the focus of the manufacturers toward electric vehicle (EV) production, over the coming years.

The rate at which the development of autonomous vehicles is very astonishing. About a year ago, few would have argued that the existence of these cars is not reality. But at present, these vehicles are being piloted in number of countries and few are running on the public roads as well. The question is, when are all the cars on roads becoming fully autonomous. It is believed that it may take 10 years or 30, the implications are so far-reaching that policymakers need to star t planning now for autonomous vehicles future. Major automaker companies, technology giants and specialist star t-ups have invested more than USD 50 billion over the past five years, in order to develop autonomous vehicle (AV) technology, with 70% of the money coming from other than the automotive industry. At the same time, public authorities see that AVs offer huge potential economic and social benefits.

Growing technological advancements and innovation has evolved the automobile industry since its origin in the nineteenth century. Since the past two centuries, the automotive industry has shaped the world’s economy and the lifestyle of billions of people. The convergence of various emerging technologies in the industries within the automotive ecosystem, such as driverless vehicles, advanced vehicle sensors, and connected vehicle technologies, among others are various factors changing the paradigm of the automotive industry. Though still in its initial stages, self-driving technology is becoming increasingly common and could drastically change the landscape of our transportation system. Numerous self-driving technologies have been developed by key players in the industry, such as Google, Uber, Tesla, and Nissan, among others. While design details may vary, most self-driving systems create and maintain an internal map of their surroundings, depending on a wide array of sensors, such as radar, cameras, LiDARs, and ultrasonic sensors. The self-driving prototypes developed by Uber use sixty-four laser beams, along with other sensors, to design their internal map. The prototypes created by Google are at various stages, and are using lasers, radar, high-powered cameras, and sonar. Various software providers are integrating with autonomous car developers to deliver software platforms and solutions to processes inputs, plot paths, and deliver instructions to the vehicle’s actuators, which control acceleration, braking, and steering. Several features are being integrated into the system, including hard-coded rules, predictive modeling, smart object discrimination, and obstacle avoidance algorithms that aid the software follow traffic rules and navigate obstacles.

The global superalloys market was valued at $6,217.3 million in 2019, and is estimated to reach $11,953.9 million by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 8.6% from 2020 to 2027. Superalloys are the group of alloys that consist of nickel, cobalt, and iron as base materials along with other metals to enhance their properties. These alloys are widely used in industries such as aerospace gas turbine engines, nuclear reactors, power generation turbines, petrochemical equipment, rocket engines, and others, owing to their enhanced properties such as high mechanical strength; creep resistance at high temperature; significant surface stability; and corrosion, oxidation, & high-temperature resistance. The global superalloys market is driven by increase in demand for these alloys in range of industries such from industrial gas turbines and automotive. They are widely used in turbine engines, as the thermodynamics efficiency of turbine engines is increased with increasing turbine inlet temperature, which is expected to provide lucrative growth opportunity to the market players. Moreover, increased applications of superalloys in the aerospace and automotive sectors also boosts the market growth. However, high cost of these alloys is anticipated to hamper the market growth during the forecast period.