Automotive
The global automotive and transportation industry is undergoing a period of unprecedented transformation. From the rise of electric vehicles (EVs) and autonomous driving technologies to the increasing adoption of connected car solutions, the landscape is shifting rapidly. Businesses operating in this dynamic space need access to the latest market research and insights to stay ahead of the curve and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Frost & Sullivan’s comprehensive market research reports are specifically tailored to the automotive and transportation sector, and include market forecast data, industry trend analysis, competitive benchmarking and future growth opportunity analysis. Our reports are meticulously crafted by leading industry analysts and researchers, leveraging a robust research methodology that combines primary and secondary data sources....
Key Topics Covered in the List of Issues
Automotive Industry Trends
- Electric Vehicle (EV) Market: Global EV market, EV adoption, battery technology, charging infrastructure, EV market attractiveness.
- Commercial Vehicles: Medium and heavy commercial vehicles, connected commercial vehicles, electric commercial vehicles, commercial vehicle aftermarket.
- Automotive Aftermarket: GCC automotive aftermarket, off-highway equipment, aftermarket trends.
Advanced Vehicle Technologies
- Smart Vehicles: Smart actuators, in-vehicle displays.
- Autonomous Vehicles: ADAS, autonomous driving, high-definition maps.
Alternative Fuels and Future Technologies
- Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs): Market potential and growth opportunities.
- Battery Technologies: Battery chemistries for two-wheelers and electric vehicles.
Automotive Industry Specifics
- Vehicle Manufacturers: Lucid Motors, Rivian Automotive, Chinese EV OEMs.
- Automotive Components: Tires (TPMS), starters, alternators.
- Automotive Audio: Market trends and growth opportunities.
Mobility Services and Urban Transportation
- Shared Mobility: Car-sharing, bike-sharing, and ride-sharing trends.
- Autonomous Taxis: Market potential, technological advancements, and regulatory landscape.
- High-Definition Maps: Importance for autonomous vehicles and advanced driver assistance systems.
Other Relevant Topics
- Automotive Insurance: EV insurance, claims processing, and usage-based insurance.
- Automotive Retail: E-retailing, online parts sales, and retail strategies.
- Automotive Industry Outlook: Global and regional outlooks, growth opportunities, and challenges.
Geographic Focus
- ASEAN: Hybrid and electric vehicle market.
- Latin America: Automotive industry outlook.
- China: Commercial truck industry, automotive market, and EV OEMs.
- Europe: Heavy-duty electric trucks, electric vehicle battery salvaging, in-vehicle displays, two-wheeler cargo bikes, EV servicing, and starter/alternator aftermarket.
- North America: Commercial vehicle telematics, automotive audio, bus ADAS, EV insurance write-offs, charging infrastructure, robotaxis, and high-definition maps.
- GCC: Automotive aftermarket.
- Global: Off-highway equipment, electric buses and coaches, fuel cell electric vehicles, automotive insurance FNOL, e-retailing, shared mobility, and automotive industry outlook.
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29 Dec 2025  |  North America  |  Market Research
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Automotive Aftermarket Sector, China, 2025–2030
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Voice of Customer: Willingness and Desirability of the Brake Lining Aftermarket for Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles in India
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US Automotive Technicians’ Choice Survey, 2024
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Global Automotive Aftermarket Outlook, 2025
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Medium and Heavy-duty Commercial Vehicle (CV) Electronic Service Tools (EST) Market, North America, 2025–2030
Vehicle Systems’ Increasing Complexity and an Aging Truck Population will Drive Transformational Growth by 2030
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