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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    Heterogeneous Computing Architectures in Automotive and Robotics Applications

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    The energy transition is no longer driven solely by cleaner generation technologies; it is increasingly defined by the intelligence, resilience, and strategic control embedded within energy systems. As governments, utilities, infrastructure operators, and industrial stakeholders respond to rising electricity demand, supply chain volatility, and dec...

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  3. 27 Jul 2026  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Advancements in Wide-Bandgap Materials (GaN, SiC, Ga₂O₃) for Power and RF Electronics

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  4. 24 Jul 2026  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Growth Opportunities in AI Powered Autonomous Driving, SDV, Charging, Chip Architecture, and ADAS

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    The Mobility Technology Opportunity Engine (TOE) covers innovations pertaining to AI Powered Autonomous Driving, SDV, Charging, Chip Architecture, and ADAS.The purpose of the Mobility Technology TOE is to raise awareness of global technology innovations in self-propelled ground-based mobile platforms that are not only technically significant but p...

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  5. 23 Jul 2026  |  Global  |  Market Outlook

    Growth Opportunities in the Automotive Aftermarket, Global, 2026

    Regional Demand Patterns Will Shape Aftermarket Growth Through 2027

    The global automotive aftermarket for light vehicles (≤6T GVWR) continues to demonstrate resilience despite moderating momentum in new vehicle sales. With a base year of 2025, this study evaluates market trends through 2030, providing a global perspective with region-specific insights for North America (Canada and the United States), Europe, China,...

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  6. 17 Jul 2026  |  Global  |  Megatrends

    Trend Opportunity Profiles—Autonomous Cities

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    Autonomous cities represent an advanced stage of urban development that integrates AI, digital twins, IoT, edge computing, and autonomous infrastructure solutions to enable efficient city operations with minimal human intervention. Through unified urban operating platforms, cities can automate traffic management, optimize energy distribution, conne...

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  7. 16 Jul 2026  |  Global  |  Market Research

    School Bus Market, Global, 2025–2035

    School Bus Market is Experiencing Transformational Growth Fueled by the Shift Toward Zero-Emission Fleets and an Emphasis on Student Safety

    The global school bus industry continues to experience moderate growth, driven by the ongoing replacement of aging fleets and the expansion of educational infrastructure. North America maintains the largest share of the market, with robust demand in India and China. In the United States, the regulatory landscape for clean transportation is undergoi...

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  8. 16 Jul 2026  |  Global  |  Frost Radar

    Frost Radar™: Robotaxis, 2026

    A Benchmarking System to Spark Companies to Action - Innovation That Fuels New Deal Flow and Growth Pipelines

    The robotaxi industry has moved from research and testing into early-stage commercial operations. A small number of companies are now generating revenue from fully autonomous, driverless ride-hailing services operating on public roads. Organizations that understand how the competitive landscape is forming today will be better positioned to make dec...

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  9. 15 Jul 2026  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Hybrid Vision Systems—The Convergence of LiDAR and Camera Sensors for Next-Generation Perception

    Advancements in sensor fusion, AI-driven perception, and multi-modal sensing redefining decision-making and environmental awareness

    Hybrid vision systems (HVS) are positioned to substantially impact perception-driven applications across a diverse array of sectors, including robotics, manufacturing, logistics, mobility, surveillance, and agriculture. By intricately combining the geographical precision of LiDAR with the semantic intelligence of advanced imaging systems, these inn...

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    Frost Radar™: Automotive Product Security and Compliance Solutions, 2026

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    The transition to software-defined vehicles, centralized compute platforms, OTA updates, and connected services is significantly increasing software complexity and attack surface exposure. Continuous asset visibility, vulnerability management, software supply chain security, and secure-by-design engineering are becoming essential capabilities throu...

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