PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1531091
PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1531091
Market Overview
In 2024, the automotive OE bumper cover industry generated revenue of USD 34.9 billion, which is projected to experience a CAGR of 5.3% over the projection period, to attain USD 47.5 billion by the end of the decade. This can be credited to the increasing concern about vehicle safety and that of travelers. The surge in worldwide population propels the count of road accidents, highlighting the urgent requirement for safer vehicles.
It is becoming easier to prevent such occurrences with modern features in automobiles, like bumper covers, meant to enhance the ability of vehicles to better absorb the impact, not to mention in cases of minor collisions. Occupants get the benefit out of reduced repair bills while pedestrians also have a way of avoiding serious injuries in the process. This it does by ensuring that the collision force applied is evenly distributed across the surface area of the object.
Another possible differentiation perspective within the automotive industry is the use of technology upgrading as a way of offering automobile parts with other useful features. Today, bumpers are integrated with features such as sensors and communication modules required for systems such as V2V, collision avoidance as well as pedestrian sensing. This has paved way for smart bumpers that could enhance safety, functionality and connectivity of vehicles on the road.
Key Insights
Standard is the highest-revenue-generating category, holding a share of 50% in the market.
Widely used due to its adaptability, affordability, compatibility, and availability.
The deep dawn design leads the market in growth rate with a CAGR of 5.6%.
Widely used due to its modern appearance, attracting consumers looking to improve the visual appeal of their vehicles.
Thermoplastic materials hold the largest share at 55% in 2024.
Widely used due to affordability, durability, versatility, elasticity, lightweight, excellent impact resistance, ease of molding, and availability.
Resistant to corrosion, rust, and degradation from harsh environmental conditions, reducing maintenance costs and extending the lifespan of automotive components.
Thermosets are the fastest-growing category, with a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period.
Offer design flexibility, low weight, and the ability to withstand harsh environmental conditions.
Visually appealing and easily customizable in terms of color, texture, and finish, allowing automakers to provide a wide range of bumper cover options that align with consumer preferences.
The passenger vehicles category dominates the market with a share of 70% in 2024.
Driven by growing personal transportation needs, altering lifestyles, and rising engagement in recreational activities.
Diverse vehicle models and growing car sales contribute to the high demand for bumper covers in this category.
Commercial vehicles are the faster-growing category, with a CAGR of 5.5% from 2024 to 2030.
Rising global demand for commercial vehicles, including trucks, buses, and vans due to e-commerce expansion, economic growth, urbanization, and increasing transportation needs.
Growing market for commercial vehicles boosts the demand for OE bumper covers, equipping these vehicles with safety features and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Asia-Pacific is the largest market with a share of 45% in 2024.
Dominance attributed to being home to leading automotive companies and easy availability of raw materials for synthetic plastic and affordable production facilities.
Increase in vehicle ownership, technological advancements, electric vehicle adoption, and aftermarket growth in regional countries contribute to market leadership.