Strategic Outlook of Automotive Ethernet Technology in Europe and North America
Ethernet Technology to Open New Revenue Streams
18-Dec-2013
North America
Market Research
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The focus of this market research study is to strategically analyze and compare the European and North American original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and supplier benchmarking, with respect to Ethernet technology. OEM and supplier profiles, key market trends, and recent developments in the automotive Ethernet technology market are discussed herein. The research service also offers, in detail, forecasts and analysis of the market assuming Ethernet technology is adopted as the backbone of electrical and electronic (E/E) architecture. Finally, this research study provides key conclusions and recommendations based on the current value chain dynamics.
Executive Summary—Need for Ethernet in Cars
Executive Summary—Competitive Positioning of Key Participants
Executive Summary—Ethernet Technology Roadmap
Executive Summary—Pros and Cons in a Nutshell
Executive Summary—Value Chain Model
Executive Summary—Value Chain Dynamics
Executive Summary—Future Outlook
Executive Summary—Conclusions
Executive Summary—Associated Multimedia
Objective and Scope
Key Questions this Study Will Answer
Research Background
Research Methodology
Key OEM/Participant Groups Compared in this Study
In-Vehicle Network Scenario
Regulations Pushing for More ADAS Content in the Car
Communication Networks Roadmap
Electromagnetic Compliance in Automotive Ethernet
Key Market Drivers and Restraints
Automotive Ethernet Market Drivers
Drivers Explained
Automotive Ethernet Market Restraints
Restraints Explained
Ethernet/IP Application Areas
Ethernet/IP Case Study—On-board Diagnostics
Ethernet/IP Case Study—ADAS
Ethernet/IP Case Study—Infotainment
Ethernet IP Key Drivers—Example Ford Case Study on ADAS Push
Market Potential for Automotive Ethernet
Ethernet Key Drivers—Electronics Complexity Case Study: Mercedes Benz
Ethernet Key Drivers—Electronics Complexity Case Study: Volkswagen
Recent Market Updates
Market Potential for Automotive Ethernet Ports
Ethernet/IP Case Study—BMW
Market Potential for Automotive Ethernet—by Region and Application
Overview of Ethernet Suppliers
Overview of Ethernet Suppliers (continued)
OPEN SIG Operation
BroadR-Reach—Automotive Ethernet Solution
Future Potential
Future Potential Explained
Future Potential Explained (continued)
Conclusions
The Last Word—3 Big Predictions
Legal Disclaimer
Table of Acronyms Used
Learn More—Next Steps
Market Engineering Methodology
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