Asia-Pacific Electric Bus Market By Propulsion Type (HEV, BEV & PHEV), By Range (Upto 150 Miles, 151-250 Miles, and Above 250 Miles), By Battery Capacity (Upto 100 kWh, 100 kWh - 200 kWh, 201 kWh to 300 kWh & Above 300 kWh), By Application (Intracity, Intercity & Others), By Bus Length (Up to 8m, 8.1-10m, 10.1-12m & Above 12m), By Seating Capacity (Up to 30 Seats, 31-40 Seats & Above 40 Seats), By Body Type (Customizable & Fully Built), By Country, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2027
Asia-pacific electric bus market stood at around USD40,363.66 million in 2021 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 13.52% to reach USD84,450.45 million by 2027. Stringent emission norms and regulations, development of charging infrastructure, and supportive government policies are the key factors driving the growth of the Asia-pacific electric bus market in the next five years.
Growing private vehicle ownership and increasing vehicular emissions are contributing to the surge in pollution levels. Growing pollution levels and the adverse effect of greenhouse gas emissions on the environment has increased the demand for environment-friendly vehicles in the region. Fluctuating crude oil prices and the continuous depletion of conventional fuels are accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles. The high demand for clean mobility and availability of alternative public transportation solutions are expected to propel the Asia-pacific electric bus market in the next five years. The government has announced tax exemptions and subsidies on the purchase of electric buses and promoting the manufacturing of electric buses, which is positively impacting the growth of the Asia-pacific electric bus market. Market players are making the high-end investment in research and development activities to develop a battery with high capacity and introducing advanced electric bus models having higher performance, fuel mileage, seating capacity to stay ahead in the market. However, fluctuations in the government policies and subsidies in the different countries and high initial manufacturing costs of electric buses may restrain the market growth in the forecast period.
The Asia-Pacific electric bus market is segmented by propulsion type, range, battery capacity, application, length, seating capacity, body type, country, and company. On the basis of country analysis, China is expected to hold the largest market share in the forecast period, 2023-2027. The government of China actively promotes public transportation for daily commuting purposes. More than 30 cities of China, including Nanjing, Hangzhou, Shaanxi, Guangzhou, Zhuhai, Dongguan, Foshan, Zhongshan in the Pearl River Delta, have made plans to 100% electrify the public transportation services.
Zhengzhou Yutong Group Co., Ltd., BYD Auto Co., Ltd., Zhejiang CRRC Electric Vehicle Co., Ltd, Zhongtong Bus Holding Co., Ltd., and Higer Bus Company Limited are the five leading players operating in the Asia-Pacific electric bus market. Other companies include VDL Groep, Solaris Bus & Coach sp. z o.o., Anhui Ankai Automobile Co., Ltd., King Long United Automotive Industry Co., Ltd, Beiqi Foton Motor Co., Ltd, etc. Apart from these flagship companies, many startup companies are also increasing their footprint in the Asia-Pacific electric bus market by pushing their low-cost products blended with ease of availability.
Years considered for this report:
Historical Years: 2017-2020
Base Year: 2021
Estimated Year: 2022E
Forecast Period: 2023F-2027F
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