Automotive Actuators Market Forecasts to 2028 – Global Analysis By Product (Brake Actuator, Coolant and Refrigerant Valve Actuators, Cooling Valve Actuator and Other Products), By Vehicle Type (On Highway, Off Highway and Other Vehicle Types), By Motion (

Automotive Actuators Market Forecasts to 2028 – Global Analysis By Product (Brake Actuator, Coolant and Refrigerant Valve Actuators, Cooling Valve Actuator and Other Products), By Vehicle Type (On Highway, Off Highway and Other Vehicle Types), By Motion (Linear Actuator, Rotatory Actuator and Other Motions), By Actuation, By Artificial Muscles, By Application and By Geography

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Automotive Actuators Market is accounted for $31.1 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach $57.9 billion by 2028 growing at a CAGR of 10.9% during the forecast period. Any source of energy in the vehicle can be converted into motion by the actuator, a mechanical component. It is a machine that takes energy produced by air, electricity, and liquids and transforms it into movement. From the flappers on aircraft to the electric door locks in cars, actuators are visible. Actuators are used in industrial plants to control valves, fluid couplings, dampers, and other equipment for industrial process control. In both passenger and commercial automobiles, actuators play a crucial role in electronic control systems. The electrical signals from the control unit must be transformed into action by them. The majority of actuators use electric motors or electromagnetic valves.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Better connectivity and safety features

Actuators are used in engine management systems to regulate idle speed and in air flap management systems to deliver torque and maximize power output. The automotive actuator market is expanding as individuals become more concerned with vehicle performance and safety. Additionally, the use of IoT in passenger cars to provide better connectivity and safety features is predicted to impact the industry's outlook over the period of time expected.

Restraint:

Fluid leaks and high maintenance of systems

Fluids will leak and, hence, perform less effectively. Additionally, leaks might potentially harm adjacent parts and regions and cause cleanliness problems. Hydraulic actuators require numerous additional components, such as a fluid reservoir, motors, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, noise-canceling devices, etc. However, the market is hindered by the high maintenance of systems with various components that must be frequently evaluated.

Opportunity:

Technological advancements

The use of actuators has grown significantly as a result of technological developments in the automotive sector, including autonomous vehicles and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) like automated brake assist, lane keep assist, and others. Modern vehicles mostly use the adaptive cruise control (ACC) and adaptive front-lighting system (AFS) capabilities of the various advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Moreover, actuators, controller hardware, software, and sensors are considered as the fundamental components of both current and future automotive systems.

Threat:

Cost and complexity

Pneumatic devices are less effective than other linear motion techniques due to pressure losses and the compressibility of air. Even when no movement is required, a compressor must run continuously to maintain operational pressure. To be effective, pneumatic actuators must be sized for a particular task. This increases the cost and complexity because proportional-sized valves, regulators, and compressors are needed. Oil or lubrication might contaminate the air, causing downtime and maintenance. However, another drawback for the automotive actuator market is the continuing emphasis on using smaller automobiles and engines.

Covid-19 Impact:

In almost every region of the world, the market for auto actuators has been negatively impacted by the advent of COVID-19. The shutdown of automobile factories in major car-producing nations like China, France, Japan, the United States, and others is having a significant negative influence on the automotive actuator companies. However, when the pandemic is under control, market participants will focus on the advancement of automotive actuators, with an emphasis on high-efficiency products. The desire for amenities like motorized windows, large sunroofs, and automatic lighting is anticipated to drive growth in the automotive actuator market.

The electric actuators segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

Due to their lower noise emissions, compact and lightweight designs, and flexible installation options, electric actuators have replaced hydraulic and pneumatic actuators; hence, the electric actuators segment is anticipated to be the largest over the projection period. Additionally, the installation of various actuators is a method by which OEMs are attempting to improve the driving experience since comfort features have become an essential requirement in the automotive sector. However, among other comfort-feature actuators, electric actuators are frequently employed in window lift drives, power tailgate drives, seat drives, and sunroof drives. Compared to hydraulic and pneumatic actuators, electric actuators are more precise in their actuation.

The seat adjustment actuator segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Due to an increase in the sales of SUVs and high-end vehicles globally, the seat adjustment actuator segment of the market is anticipated to experience profitable growth throughout the course of the projected period. The OEMs have made interiors one of their key areas of focus in order to increase passenger safety and comfort as passenger and commercial vehicle sales continue to increase. Actuators have generated a lot of attention as a result of this effort to make seats better and more pleasant. For changing lumbar support systems, seat positions, angles, and seat track actuators, seats use actuators.

Region with largest share:

Owing to its high manufacturing capacity, Asia Pacific is expected to dominate the market during the predicted period of time. Due to the expanding economy and the use of safe and cutting-edge actuators and sensors in cars, this region has a huge demand for passenger cars. Additionally, China has the capacity to produce automobile parts in huge quantities and at a reduced cost, giving it a competitive edge over other nations.

Region with highest CAGR:

The Asia-Pacific market is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace over the projected period as countries like China, Japan, and India move toward becoming manufacturing centers for automotive components and supplying nations like the United States and Germany. However, the market is being driven by rising sales of passenger as well as commercial vehicles. Microelectronic actuators, which assist the headlights in tracking and illuminating the road while moving, are the most recent innovation in the Chinese market. Additionally, many high-end models come with this feature. Due to its regional manufacturing plant concentration and low costs, China is one of the actuator markets that is expanding at a rapid pace. Moreover, more people are buying vehicles in China.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Automotive Actuators market include Aptiv PLC, Borgwarner Inc., Continental AG, Creative Motion Control, CTS Corporation, CVEL Automotive Electronics, Delphi Automotive, Denso Corporation, Dover Flexo Electronics, Inc., EFI Automotive, Hella GmbH & Co. KGaA, Hitachi Automotive Systems, LTD., Johnson Electric, Mahle GmbH, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Nidec Motors & Actuators, Robert Bosch GmbH, Stoneridge Inc., Tolomatic, Inc and Wabco Holdings Inc..

Key Developments:

In April 2021, Arkamys and Continental partnered to develop automotive audio solutions where Continental sound actuators were installed in a demonstration vehicle originally equipped with conventional commodity speakers. Arkamys combined its sound enhancement software with various loudspeaker and actuator configurations. The demo car features various sound reproduction systems, and manufacturer-friendly perks, like scalability, space and weight savings, reduced components, and concealed integration.

In January 2020, Continental and Sennheiser together presented a speakerless audio system for the vehicle interior, which Sennheiser claims to generate immersive audio by exciting surfaces inside the vehicle to produce sound. The Continental actuator solution - Ac2ated Sound - reduces weight and space by up to 90% in comparison to conventional systems.

Products Covered:
• Brake Actuator
• Coolant and Refrigerant Valve Actuators
• Cooling Valve Actuator
• Driveline Actuator
• EGR Actuator
• Grille Shutter Actuator
• Headlamp Actuator
• Hood Lift Actuator
• HVAC Actuator
• Piezoelectric Actuator
• Power Seat Actuator
• Power Window
• Quick Attach
• Steering Column Adjustment Actuator
• Sunroof Actuator
• Tailgate Actuator
• Telescopic Actuator
• Throttle Actuator
• Transmission Actuator
• Turbo Actuator
• VGT Actuator
• Waste Gate Actuator
• Other Products

Vehicle Types Covered:
• On Highway
• Off Highway
• Other Vehicle Types

Motions Covered:
• Linear Actuator
• Rotatory Actuator
• Other Motions

Actuations Covered:
• Electric Actuators
• Hydraulic Actuators
• Pneumatic Actuators
• Electromagnetic
• Other Actuations

Artificial Muscles Covered:
• Smart Polymers
• Shape Memory Alloy (SMA)
• Other Artificial Muscles

Applications Covered:
• Body & Exterior
• Closure Actuator
• Engine Actuator
• Interior Actuator
• Seat Adjustment Actuator
• Aftermarket
• Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
• Fuel Injection
• Other Applications

Regions Covered:
• North America
o US
o Canada
o Mexico
• Europe
o Germany
o UK
o Italy
o France
o Spain
o Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
o Japan
o China
o India
o Australia
o New Zealand
o South Korea
o Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
o Argentina
o Brazil
o Chile
o Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
o Saudi Arabia
o UAE
o Qatar
o South Africa
o Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:
- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2025, and 2028
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements