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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17 Oct 2025  |  Global  |  Megatrends
Future Shifts in the World Order—Evolving BRICS
Strategic Vision for an Evolving World: BRICS+ and the New Multipolarity
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17 Oct 2025  |  Africa  |  Market Research
Commercial Vehicle Market, Nigeria, 2024–2035
Government Policies and Economic Diversification Are Driving Transformational Growth
Nigeria, one of Africa’s largest economies, is diversifying to reduce its dependence on oil revenues and strengthen key non-oil industries. As the continent’s most populous nation, the country presents a rising demand for commercial vehicles, fueled by urban expansion, infrastructure projects, and growing trade activities. The automotive market is ...
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Strategic Insights into Automotive Open-Source Software Architecture, 2024–2030
From Code to Car: How Open Collaboration Accelerates the Software-Defined Vehicle Revolution
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15 Oct 2025  |  Global  |  Market Outlook
Global Transit and Coach Bus Growth Outlook, 2025
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15 Oct 2025  |  Global  |  Market Research
Strategic Analysis of Trump 2.0 Policies and Their Potential Impact on the Off-Highway Equipment Industry
The Tariff on Imported Off-highway Equipment is Expected to Raise the MSRP on Medium- and Large-sized Equipment by 3%-6%
The United States has levied 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada—2 markets closely connected to the US auto market. Most brands in the United States depend on Mexico and Canada for sourcing and production. Coupled with retaliatory tariffs, near-term impacts to North American volumes and inflation can be sizable. Firms should prioritize re...
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10 Oct 2025  |  Global  |  Market Research
Steer-by-Wire Market, Global, 2024–2031
Steer-by-wire Technology Faces Adoption Challenges, Primarily due to High System Costs and Insufficient Steering Feedback
The global steer-by-wire (SbW) market is expected to grow despite the technology itself being over a decade old. Early adopters, including Infiniti and Tesla, as well as premium segment EV manufacturers, introduced SbW systems years ago; however, penetration in the mass market has been slow. This is largely due to high system costs, the need for ro...
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10 Oct 2025  |  South Asia, Middle East & North Africa  |  Customer Research
Voice of Consumer: Buyer Profiles of Three-Wheelers, India, 2025
In the Short-to-mid Term, Stakeholders in India’s Three-wheeler Ecosystem Should Prioritize their Electric Powertrain Marketing Efforts
India's three-wheeler (3W) market continues to play an important role in the mobility and logistics ecosystem, facilitating both passenger and goods transport. Fuel cost sensitivity and evolving fleet requirements, in conjunction with dealer-driven impetus, remain dominant factors affecting market dynamics. CNG has established a robust position in ...
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09 Oct 2025  |  Asia Pacific  |  Market Research
Electric Vehicle Charging and Battery Swapping Market, China, 2024–2030
Huawei, CATL, and Other Stakeholders are Driving Transformational Growth through Industrial Integration and Achieving EV Charging Point Interoperability
This study evaluates the electric vehicle (EV) charging and battery swapping market in China. It provides a market overview of 2024, covering overall EV charging and battery swapping service solutions.The study includes a market overview of EV sales and EV ownership; it also offers information about the total number of EV charging stations, EV char...
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Strategic Profile: Tenneco
Tenneco is Accelerating Growth by Focusing on EV Technologies and Driving Innovation in the Aftermarket Segments, Paving the Way for a Future of Sustainable Transportation
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Strategic Analysis of TMD Friction, 2025–2030
TMD Friction is Driving Transformational Growth through Advanced Friction Materials and EV-Centric Innovation to Lead the Future of Sustainable Braking
This profiling study highlights TMD Friction’s evolution as a global leader in high-performance braking solutions, with a stronghold across the OE and aftermarket segments. The company’s primary offerings encompass disc brake products and drum brake linings for both passenger vehicle and commercial vehicle segments. Backed by the trusted German ind...
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