Powertrain

Increasing pressure on reducing emissions and enhancing fuel economy are amongst key factors that are changing the mobility landscape. It is driving OEMs to look beyond their ecosystem and disrupt traditional chains by adopting altered powertrain strategies, invest in green technologies such as powertrain electrification, mass market conceptual technologies introduce never seen product mix and utilize innovative business models.
Frost & Sullivan analyses opportunities in a chain of sustainable, efficient powertrain technologies as the industry is moving towards novel ways of CO2-neutral mobility for the future.

Frost & Sullivan’s Global Automotive Powertrain and Electric Vehicle program area takes a 360-view of the industry, examining and analyzing product, geographic, technological, and business trends covering the entirety of the market. Key areas that the program explores are:

·    Mega Trends and Emission Regulations driving change in powertrain technology adoption
·    Emission Reduction & Fuel-efficient Gasoline and Diesel Engine Technology trends (downsizing, turbocharging, powertrain lightweighting, direct injection, VVT, SCR, GPF, LNT, cylinder deactivation, GPF, etc)
·    Drivetrain and Transmission Technology trends
·    Trends within electrification of powertrain (48V mild hybrid systems, full hybrids, battery electric cars, plug in electric cars, fuel cell cars)
·    Electric vehicle technology research – Battery, motors, charging infrastructure, etc
·    Issue based research such as emission testing procedures, EV related innovative business model research and so on
·    End consumer attitudes and perception of gasoline, diesel, hybrids, EVs and other powertrain technologies

We work closely with leading automotive OEMs, suppliers and technology firms to help them find the opportunities in this sea of change. Our holistic yet substantial research services enable us to stay at the forefront of change in this dynamic market, and enable our clients to achieve the same.

  1. 06 Jun 2023  |  North America

    2023 Prediction of Global Electric Car Growth Outlook

    The Strong Transition Towards Electrification Will Continue With an Estimated EV Penetration of 18–19% Selling Over 15.2 Million Units

    This Frost & Sullivan study provides an outlook for the electric vehicle industry based on the latest industry data; it provides an outline of current trends and an in-depth analysis of future developments, as well as a breakdown of the main stakeholders in the sector and their performance. EV sales in 2022 amounted to a total of 10.5 million, of...

    $4,950.00
  2. 23 Mar 2023  |  North America

    Strategic Analysis of WBG Semiconductors in Power Electronics Applications for EVs, Forecast to 2030

    Future Growth Potential of Semiconductor Industry With Growing Powertrain Electrification to Improve Power Density and Efficiency

    The increasing use of electric vehicles (EVs) worldwide boosts power semiconductor demand. Government laws and subsidies, original equipment manufacturers' (OEMs') dedication to net zero emissions, and sustainability goals accelerate EV penetration in the vehicle industry. This study focuses on wide bandgap (WBG) semiconductors for the North Americ...

    $4,950.00
  3. 30 Dec 2022  |  North America

    Opportunity Analysis of EV Digital Products and Services

    Mega Trend of Industry Convergence (EV and Energy) and New Business Models, such as EaaS, BaaS, and CaaS

    The electric vehicle (EV) market is growing rapidly and impacting the energy market and associated services. As OEMs integrate more software-defined solutions into EVs, a potential market for digital products and services (P&S) exists. EV-dedicated digital P&S allows key participants to continuously monetize these solutions through new revenue mode...

    $2,450.00
  4. 19 Oct 2022  |  North America

    Trends and Opportunities in the Wireless Charging of Industrial Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV)/Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR)

    Improved Technology Efficiency and the Increasing Need for Automation Drive Implementations

    Industry digitalization increases automation on the factory floor through robots, cobots, and other autonomous machinery such as AGVs and AMRs. With rising adoption, associated issues like charging and maintenance draw focus as handling these autonomous vehicles without creating downtimes or disrupting their performance is a challenge. The ways to ...

    $2,450.00
  5. 11 Oct 2022  |  North America

    Growth Opportunities in Electric Vehicle (EV) Battery Reuse and Recycling

    Government Regulations and Environmental Concerns Prompt Market Participants to Establish Circular Economy

    Environmental concerns resulting from the increasingly apparent climate change effects drive the worldwide adoption of sustainable transportation. With governments phasing out vehicles that run on fossil fuels through stringent emissions regulations, people are purchasing electric vehicles (EVs) in significant numbers. The global EV market recorded...

    $2,450.00
  6. 25 Jul 2022  |  North America

    Global Growth Opportunities for Advanced Lithium Batteries for EVs and the Adoption of Future Battery Chemistries

    Lithium-sulfur, sodium-ion, and solid-state batteries are likely to be adopted for EV applications between 2025 and 2030

    The widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has increased the need for efficient battery solutions, augmented safety, and an extended life span. To date, lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries have been predominantly used in electric powertrain; however, the adoption of Li-ion battery chemistries such as nickel cobalt aluminum oxide (NCA), nickel ma...

    $4,950.00
  7. 30 Jun 2022  |  North America

    Global Electric Vehicle Battery Manufacturer Profiles and Growth Opportunities

    Local Raw Material Procurement and Supply Contracts with Regional Manufacturers Offer Logistical Advantages and Optimized Growth Strategies

    Automotive sales in 2021 continued the seismic shift to electric vehicles (EV) that began in 2020, defying even the most bullish estimates as global EV sales grew by more than 100% year over year (YoY) with close to 6.7 million units sold to achieve 8.9% penetration in the passenger car market. China and Europe led the way, closely followed by the ...

    $4,950.00
  8. 25 Mar 2022  |  North America

    North American Battery Show Growth Opportunities

    Transformative Mega Trends of Automotive Batteries in the Electrified Space

    This research service covers the North American battery show, offering insights into topics, such as the presenters, and the key interest areas of electrified mobility, from components, such as a battery, to a vehicle level. It is the most comprehensive and the largest battery manufacturing trade show to showcase advanced battery technology for ...

    $2,450.00
  9. 24 Dec 2021  |  North America

    Growth Opportunities in Electric Motor Technology for xEVs

    Competitive Intensity to Grow With Efforts to Improve Power Density and Efficiency

    The primary focus of the global powertrain industry is to drive down emissions and improve fuel economy, irrespective of powertrain type. While improvements to IC engines are ongoing, vehicle electrification is the end target and on the rise. Each region has different powertrain priorities for lowering emissions and electrification, such as mild-hy...

    $4,950.00
  10. 16 Dec 2021  |  North America

    Trends and Growth Opportunities in Module-less (Cell to Pack) Battery Structure

    Reduction on Modules Directly Results in Price Reduction by 25 to 30%

    Leading battery manufacturers (e.g., BYD, CATL, and LG Chem) and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) (e.g.,BYD, Daimler, and VW) are now looking at next-generation battery technology that focuses on module-less battery pack technology, which integrates cells directly into the pack without having to package it into modules. In the module-les...

    $2,450.00