There has been a tremendous growth in hybrid vehicles all over the world, as these vehicles appeal to a much larger audience, when compared to full-electric vehicles. They combine the reliability, long-range drivability, and instant refueling benefits of petrol and diesel vehicles, with better fuel economy and smaller carbon footprint of electric vehicles. Globally, governments are offering many subsidies for customers purchasing electric and hybrid vehicles. For instance, in April 2016, a scheme worth USD 1.13 billion was introduced for plug-in electric vehicles. About USD 678 million was reserved for the purchase of subsidies, which went on till 2019. Another USD 339 million was allotted to finance the deployment of charging stations in cities and on the Autobahn highways. Nearly USD 113 million was allocated for purchasing electric cars for the federal government fleet.

The rising demand for automation combined with the growing application of IoT devices across various end-user ver ticals, such as heal thcare, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, BFSI, and retail, are further witnessing growth in the adoption of IoT devices. According to the Internet & Television Association's estimates, by 2020, the number of IoT connected devices is expected to reach 50.1 billion from 34.8 billion in 2018. The growth can majorly be attributed to the integration of connectivity competence in a large number of devices and applications, along with the development of various networking protocols that have appreciably advanced the growth of the IoT chip market across various end-user industries. With the increase in sheer numbers of IoT devices, the chip requirement for building IoT devices is expected to skyrocket over the forecasted period. Along with this, the innovation in reducing energy consumption combined with miniaturization of chips is going to be the priority of manufacturers.

The report focuses on revenue generated from various industrial rubber materials as well as the end-use industries that utilize industrial rubber, including automotive and construction. Moreover, the report analyzes the current market trends of industrial rubber in different regions and suggests the future growth opportunities by analyzing government regulations & policies, thereby further increasing consumer acceptance for industrial rubber. The study includes Porter’s five forces analysis of the industry to determine the impact of suppliers, competitors, new entrants, substitutes, and buyers on the market growth. The key players in the global industrial rubber market are adopting different strategies, such as product launch, expansion, collaboration, agreement, and acquisition to compete against each other in the global competitive market. The market players profiled in this report are industrial rubber manufacturers, who serve the product globally to end-user industries. The data pertaining to market players and their strategic moves are gathered through annual reports and press releases of respective companies, various blogs available on their websites, and primary calls made to with experts in the industry.

In the current scenario, buyers consider the vehicle’s interior as an important feature while purchasing a car, truck, or an SUV. Upholstery is an integral part of the interior. As vehicle interior is becoming more elaborate, with contrasting surfaces and textures used to bring in the decorative and functional effect, automotive makers are considering new materials for the upholstery, with enhanced environmental performance. Fabric coatings, such as Scotchgard, also observed significant growth, as customers work to preserve the upscale interiors that they purchase. In general, the peripheral industries to the automotive upholstery industry are also experiencing steady growth. As upholstery continues to evolve and capture the attention of automotive buyers, the materials and tools used to maintain that upholstery naturally experience an increasing demand.  Woven fabrics are used in dashboards, sun visors, seats and interior walls, and represent the fastest growing fabric type in the automotive upholstery market. Woven fabrics often consist of nylon, polyester, wool, or polypropylene, which have excellent performance characteristics. These materials are resistant to ultraviolet radiation and have reduced flammability, making them ideal for extreme environments sometimes found within vehicle interiors.

This research report on the 3D sensor market provides a holistic view of the use of 3D sensors in various end-user verticals. The study also furnishes critical actionable qualitative as well as quantitative insights about this market across Asia-Pacific. Moreover, the report further elucidates the key drivers, restraints, and opportunities pertaining to the market growth and future trends analyzed along with key countries included in the report. Various Technologies of sensor technology considered while conducting this study such as stereo vision, time-of-flight and structured light. The report summarizes a detailed, exhaustive analysis of the implementation of 3D sensors across end-user vertical such as healthcare, aerospace, industrial, automotive, consumer electronics and others. The research study focusses on current trends and opportunities in the market, future growth potential of the market, and competition among the 3D sensor providers across— Asia Pacific. The study also provides analysis and insights of the 3D sensor market, highlighting the technological trends, adoption rate, industry dynamics, and competitive analysis of major players in the industry.

Specialty chemicals are the materials used on the basis of their performance or function. They are sometimes referred as performance chemicals or formulation chemicals. Most specialty chemicals are organic chemicals that are used in wide range of every day products used by consumers and industry. Industries which are highly dependent on the specialty chemicals products are automotive, aerospace, food, cosmetics, agriculture, manufacturing, and textiles. The specialty chemicals market is segmented into type and region. Based on type, it is categorized into food additives, cosmetic chemicals, water treatment chemicals, paper & pulp chemicals, textile chemicals, construction chemicals, oil field chemicals, and ink additives. Based on region, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA. Market players operating and profiles in the global specialty chemicals market are BASF SE, Dow, Inc., Bayer AG, Evonik Industries AG, Lanxess AG, Solvay SA, Clariant AG, Huntsman International LLC, Albemarle Corporation, and Ashland LLC.

Synthetic diamonds are widely used in superabrasive tools, such as grinding wheels, and cutting, drilling, and dressing tools, for manufacturing products in the automotive, medical, aerospace, and electronics industries. Sharp edge retention and higher strength of superabrasive tools provide higher productivity and better performance, when compared to other manufacturing tools. • In the aerospace industry, super abrasives are widely used, owing to the characteristics, such as hardness, longevity, resistance to abnormal temperatures, and chemical inertness. The application of super abrasive include tooling and grinding solutions for turbine engines and grinding tools for aero structural compounds and air frame. • The aerospace industry is experiencing a stagnant growth, owing to the strengthening of passenger travel demand and rising global military expenditure for the air force industry. Backlog of new aircraft orders and the constant resurgence of business aircraft may further add to the growth of the aerospace industry.

Pin and sleeve devices are widely used in residential, commercial, and industrial applications as a medium for electricity to flow from circuit to device. Various industries, including automotive, manufacturing, oil & gas, and energy & power, widely use pin and sleeve devices in multiple applications as these devices offer safe connectivity and high durability. They also provide suitable result in abusive environments. The scope of the report discusses the potential opportunities for the market players to enter the global pin and sleeve devices market. Furthermore, it provides an in-depth analysis of the market, outlining current trends, key driving factors, and key area of investments. The report includes Porter’s five forces analysis to understand the competitive scenario of the industry and role of each stakeholder in the value chain. Moreover, it features the strategies adopted by key market players to maintain their foothold in the market.

The global electric vehicle market is expected to register a CAGR of around 20% over the next five years. The electric vehicles (EV) market has witnessed significant growth due to the need for addressing future energy requirements. The need to attain sustainable transportation plays a significant role in driving the electric vehicles’ demand. The EV market is coming up as an integral part of the automotive industry and represents a pathway toward achieving energy efficiency, along with reduced emission of pollutants and other greenhouse gasses. Increasing environmental concerns, coupled with favorable government initiatives, are some of the major factors driving the market growth. Rising energy cost and competition among emerging energy efficiency technologies are also expected to fuel the market growth.

Hydrogen fuel cell vehicle is a type of vehicle that uses a hydrogen fuel cell to power its on-board electric motor. This vehicle does not release any greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions during vehicle operation unlike diesel- powered and gasoline vehicles. Further, extensive support from the government to propel hydrogen fuel cell infrastructure fuels the market growth. The scope of hydrogen fuel cell vehicle report is derived from different vehicle types. The report includes a micro-level study of different regions that adopt hydrogen fuel cell vehicle for various vehicle types. In addition, it discusses the potential opportunities for market players to enter the market and provides an in-depth market analysis of hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, outlining current trends, key driving factors, and potential areas for product investments.