Automotive Ducts Market Growth Analysis | 2024-2030

Market Insights

The automotive ducts market was estimated at USD 1365 million in 2023 and is likely to grow at an CAGR of 2.5% during 2024-2030 to reach USD 1669.2 million in 2030.

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Market Dynamics

Introduction

An automotive duct system includes several tubes responsible for circulating cold and warm air in different vehicle applications. The duct system is highly beneficial for effectively working the mechanical systems in the vehicle. The duct is mainly responsible for heating, ventilation, and also the air conditioning process inside the vehicle. Plastic and foam ducts are some of the most common types, while there are other options too. The materials and designs of ducts vary as per the applications, with considerations for heat resistance, chemical resistance, durability, and airflow efficiency. Key functions of vehicle ducts are to streamline engine performance by proper air intake and exhaust flow, pass air efficiently for cooling and heating, and manage thermal conditions in critical components.

Market Drivers

Key factors stimulating the growth of the automotive ducts market are growing vehicle production supported by an increase in disposable income, an increase in motorization rate, increasing penetration of SUVs in overall vehicle production, and stringent regulations regarding carbon emission reductions and fuel efficiency enhancements in major markets. Automakers are increasingly incorporating advanced lightweight parts or systems to address stringent government regulations. Such a trend is also imprinting a great impact on ducts as automakers are demanding lightweight yet durable ducts. Both, reinforced and non-reinforced plastics, are the perennial choices of tier players for the development of lightweight automotive ducts.

Key Trends Shaping the Market

• Increasing development of 3D-printed ducts.
• Increasing focus on developing ducts with single-material construction.
• Development of ducts with a higher temperature resistance, such as PPS or PA46 ducts.

Segment Analysis

By Vehicle Type

“LV is expected to remain the demand generator of the market, during the forecast period.”

• Based on the vehicle type, the automotive ducts market is segmented into LV and M&HCV.
• LV (light vehicle) includes passenger cars and LCV (light commercial vehicles). Increasing motorization rate and reasonably higher production of passenger cars and LCVs are the key factors behind its dominance.
• Other factors include rising demand for cabin comfort and air quality, stringent regulation requirements for fuel efficiency and emissions, and advancements in technology for duct materials.

By Application Type

“HVAC duct is likely to hold the dominant position of the market during the forecast period.”

• Based on application type, the market is segmented into; HVAC ducts, under-the-hood ducts, and others.
• HVAC ducts are largely made with plastics (polypropylene or polyethylene plastics). The instrument panel duct is the biggest application of ducts in an automobile, which is located in the HVAC area.
• Other major HVAC ducts generating a noticeable demand are roof ducts, console ducts, and pillar ducts.

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By Manufacturing Process Type

“Blow molding is expected to remain the most dominant manufacturing process during the forecast period.”

• Based on manufacturing process type, the market is segmented into blow molding, injection molding, thermoforming, and others.
• Blow molding is the most economical process for producing plastic ducts. Also, the equipment cost is lower, and the manufacturing cost per duct is lower than that of ducts manufactured through the other processes (thermoforming and rotational molding).

By Material Type

“Plastic duct is likely to be the most preferred material of the market during the forecast period.”

• Based on material type, the market is segmented into plastic ducts, foam ducts, and others.
• Key plastics used to make ducts with or without reinforcements are polyamide (PA), high-density polyethylene (HDPE), low-density polyethylene (LDPE), polypropylene (PP), and polyphenylene sulfide (PPS). Foam ducts are likely to remain the second-largest segment by 2030.
• The demand for plastic ducts is growing due to their weight reduction, cost-effective production, flexibility in design, resistance to corrosion, and thermal and acoustic insulation.

By Pressure Type

“Low-pressure ducts are likely to hold the dominant position in the market during the forecast period.”

• Based on pressure type, the market is segmented into low-pressure ducts and high-pressure ducts.
• Low-pressure ducts include HVAC ducts, such as instrumental panel ducts, console ducts, roof ducts, and pillar ducts; and some under-the-hood ducts, such as clean air ducts and dirty air ducts; and ducts covered under the others segment, such as radio cooling duct and brake ducts.
• High-pressure ducts are mostly used in under-the-hood application areas.

Regional Insights

“Asia-Pacific is expected to be the dominant region, and North America is likely to remain the second-dominant position in the market during the forecast period.”

• In terms of region automotive ducts market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the World.
• In terms of region, Asia-Pacific is estimated to maintain its unassailable lead in the global market with China being the engine’s propeller. The regional dominance is due to the high production of passenger cars and LCVs to meet the rising indigenous demand and increasing vehicle exports.
• The region is the largest SUV producer with China being the leading country, which further elevates the demand for HVAC ducts in the region.
• Europe and North America are also projected to generate sizeable demand for automotive ducts during the forecast period. Germany, France, and Russia are known for their advanced technologies in the automotive industry.

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Key Players

The market is highly fragmented with the presence of a large number of players across regions. Some of the key players manufacture automotive ducts on a contract basis with OEMs. The following are the key players in the automotive ducts market (Based on Dominance)

• ABC Group Inc.
• Awkel Automotive
• Continental AG
• ElringKlinger AG
• Hutchinson
• MAHLE GmbH
• MANN+HUMMEL Group
• Sogefi Group

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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Research Methodology

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• Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
• Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
• Market trend and forecast analysis.
• Market segment trend and forecast.
• Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
• Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
• Emerging trends.
• Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
• Key success factors.

Market Segmentation

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The automotive ducts market is segmented into the following categories:

By Vehicle Type

• Light Vehicles
• Medium- & Heavy Commercial Vehicles

By Application Type

• HVAC Ducts
• Under-the-Hood Ducts
• Others

By Manufacturing Process Type

• Blow Molding
• Injection Molding
• Thermoforming
• Others

By Material Type

• Plastic Ducts
• Foam Ducts
• Others

By Pressure Type

• Low-Pressure Ducts
• High-Pressure Ducts

By Region

• North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
• Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, Italy, The UK, Russia, and The Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China, Japan, India, South Korea, and The Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Brazil, Argentina, and Others)

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