Overview of the global automotive steering system market
Market research analysts at Technavio predict that the global automotive steering system market will grow steadily over the next four years and in terms of units will post a CAGR of almost 4% by 2021. This market research analysis on automotive steering system identifies the increase in sale of passenger cars as one of the key drivers boosting the growth of the global market. The recent years have witnessed a significant impact in the growth of passenger cars and SUVs, owing to their fuel-efficiency and three-row seats offered by this car segment. Moreover, consumers are moving toward crossovers when compared to SUVs due to their properties such as light weight and fuel-efficiency associated with them. Also, in the US, robust incentives offered by the government such as the reduction in interest rate for car loans is also further compeling consumers to afford large and expensive vehicles without compromising the fuel efficiency. To bridge the gap between the demand and supply, the vendors in the market are focusing on shifting their plants to the respective countries. For instance, in 2015 Toyota planned to shift their auto production to Mexico.
One of the major trends that will gain traction in the market during the next four years is the development of four-wheel steering system. The four-wheel steering system works on the principle where the rear wheels turn in the opposite direction of the front wheels, thereby delivering an agile and seamless driving experience to drivers. Moreover, the system also lowers the turning radius and the space required, thereby allowing the driver to interchange lanes even at higher speeds. The robust maneuverability and the stability associated with the product will in turn, spur the growth of the automotive steering system market over the years.
Competitive landscape and key vendors
The automotive steering system market is characterized by the presence of well-established players. The leading players in the market are Bosch, Nexteer, and ThyssenKrupp. One of the major market players Bosch, is a leading manufacturer of motor vehicle parts and accessories, motor vehicle components, and tools. The company has its business across automotive mobility solutions, consumer goods and energy, and building technology.
The leading vendors in the market are –
- Bosch
- Nexteer
- ThyssenKrupp
The other prominent vendors in the market are Atmel, DENSO, Mitsubishi Electric, Tianjin, China Automotive Systems, and NSK.
Market segmentation by application and analysis of the automotive steering system market
- Passenger cars
- LCVs
- H&MCVs
During 2016, the passenger cars segment dominated the global automotive steering system market. The growth of the segment can be attributed to the rapid demand for passenger cars among the consumers. In China, the growing preference toward SUV and compact crossovers, owing to their fuel efficiency are also promoting the growth of the segment in this market.
Market segmentation by geography and analysis of the automotive steering system market
APAC accounted for the major shares of the automotive steering system market during 2016. The growing demand for passenger cars among the economies such as China, Japan, and India will also stimulate the growth of the market in the region. However, the preference for used cars as compared with new cars in countries such as China, is curbing the growth of the market. Moreover, factors such as sluggish economic growth and the rise in aging population will also curtail the growth of the cars in Japan, thereby affecting the overall sales in the region.
Key questions answered in the report include
- What will the automotive steering system market size and growth rate be in 2021?
- What are the key factors driving the global automotive steering system market?
- What are the key market trends impacting the growth of the global automotive steering system market?
- What are the challenges to market growth?
- Who are the key vendors in the global automotive steering system market?
- What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global automotive steering system market?
- Trending factors influencing the market shares in the Americas, APAC, and EMEA?
- What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the global automotive steering system market?
Table of Contents
PART 01: Executive summary
PART 02: Scope of the report
- Market overview
- Top-vendor offerings
PART 03: Market research methodology
- Research methodology
- Economic indicators
PART 04: Introduction
- Key market highlights
- Automotive steering systems: An introduction
- Classification of power steering
- Components of a typical power steering system
- Evolution of steering systems
PART 05: Market landscape
- Market overview
- Market size and forecast
- Five forces analysis
PART 06: Market segmentation by application
- Market overview
- Global automotive steering system market by passenger cars
- Global automotive steering system market by LCVs
- Global automotive steering system market by M&HCVs
PART 07: Geographical segmentation
- Global automotive steering system market by geography
- Automotive steering system market in EMEA
- Automotive steering system market in APAC
- Automotive steering system market in Americas
PART 08: Key leading countries
PART 09: Market drivers
- Increase in sales of passenger cars and SUVs
- Low penetration of cars in emerging economies
- Increase in demand for fuel-efficient vehicles
PART 10: Impact of drivers
PART 11: Market challenges
- Increase in number of on-demand taxi operators in China and India
- Government regulations for owning cars in China
- Rise in car-sharing services in China, India, and Brazil
PART 12: Impact of drivers and challenges
PART 13: Market trends
- Phasing out of hydraulic power steering system
- Development of four-wheel steering system
- Growing penetration of steer-by-wire technology
PART 14: Vendor landscape
PART 15: Key vendor analysis
- Bosch
- Nexteer
- thyssenKrupp
PART 16: Appendix
Research Framework
Technavio presents a detailed picture of the market by way of study, synthesis, and summation of data from multiple sources. The analysts have presented the various facets of the market with a particular focus on identifying the key industry influencers. The data thus presented is comprehensive, reliable, and the result of extensive research, both primary and secondary.
INFORMATION SOURCES
Primary sources
- Manufacturers and suppliers
- Channel partners
- Industry experts
- Strategic decision makers
Secondary sources
- Industry journals and periodicals
- Government data
- Financial reports of key industry players
- Historical data
- Press releases
DATA ANALYSIS
Data Synthesis
- Collation of data
- Estimation of key figures
- Analysis of derived insights
Data Validation
- Triangulation with data models
- Reference against proprietary databases
- Corroboration with industry experts
REPORT WRITING
Qualitative
- Market drivers
- Market challenges
- Market trends
- Five forces analysis
Quantitative
- Market size and forecast
- Market segmentation
- Geographical insights
- Competitive landscape