“The EV ducts market size was US$ 452.8 million in 2023 and is likely to grow at an impressive CAGR of 13.4% in the long run to reach US$ 1,180.9 million in 2030.”
Market Dynamics
Introduction
An EV (electric vehicle) duct includes several tubes responsible for circulating cold and warm air in different vehicle applications. The duct is highly beneficial for effectively working the mechanical systems in the vehicle. The duct is mainly responsible for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning inside the car. Plastic and foam ducts are some of the most common types, but there are other options. The materials and designs of ducts vary according to the applications, with considerations for heat resistance, chemical resistance, durability, and airflow efficiency. In contrast to internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, the major applications of ducts in EVs include battery management and thermal management for motors and inverters. Ducts in EVs have key functions including thermal management, cabin climate control, aerodynamics, moisture and dust management, structural integration, and noise reduction.
Market Drivers:
Key factors stimulating the growth of the EV ducts market are growing electric vehicle production, increasing adoption of electric vehicles aided by environmental concerns, government incentives, improvements in EV technology, stringent environmental regulations, and growing EV charging infrastructure. Apart from these, increasing focus on thermal management, advancements in HVAC systems, aerodynamic efficiency requirements, and increasing demand for lightweight yet durable ducts are other factors driving the market's growth.
Key Trends Shaping the Market:
- Increasing development of 3D-printed ducts.
- Increasing focus on developing ducts with single-material construction.
- Development of ducts with higher temperature resistance, such as PPS or PA46 ducts.
Market Segments' Analysis
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Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Segments with High Growth Opportunity
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Vehicle Type
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LV and M&HCV
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LV is expected to remain the market's demand generator during the forecast period.
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Application Type
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HVAC Ducts, Under-the-Hood Ducts, Battery Management Ducts, and Others
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HVAC ducts are likely to hold the dominant position in the market during the forecast period.
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Manufacturing Process Type
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Blow Molding, Injection Molding, Thermoforming, and Others
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Blow molding is expected to remain the most dominant manufacturing process in the market over the next six years.
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Material Type
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Plastic Ducts, Foam Ducts, and Others
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Plastic ducts are likely to be the most preferred material in the market during the forecast period.
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Pressure Type
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Low-Pressure Ducts and High-Pressure Ducts
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Low-pressure ducts are likely to remain the dominant and fastest-growing segment during the forecast period.
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Powertrain Type
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BEV and Hybrid
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The hybrid vehicle is expected to remain dominant, whereas the BEV is projected to grow at a higher rate during the forecast period.
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Region Analysis
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North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World
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Asia-Pacific is expected to be the dominant region, whereas North America will be the second-largest region in the market over the next six years.
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By Vehicle Type
“LV is expected to remain the market's demand generator during the forecast period.”
- The automotive ducts market is segmented into LV and M&HCV based on vehicle type. LV (light vehicle) includes passenger cars and LCV (light commercial vehicles).
- The higher production volume of passenger cars and LCVs (light commercial vehicles) and the growing adoption of EVs are the key factors in the LV segment's dominance.
- Other factors include rising demand for cabin comfort and air quality, stringent regulation requirements for fuel efficiency and emissions, advancements in technology for duct material, and the requirement of advanced ducts for cooling batteries, motors, and power electronics.
By Application Type
“HVAC duct is likely to hold the dominant market position during the forecast period.”
- The market is segmented by application type into HVAC ducts, under-the-hood ducts, battery management ducts, and others. The significant applications of ducts in EVs include battery management, thermal management for motors and inverters, and cabin air management (HVAC ducts).
- HVAC ducts are primarily made with plastics (polypropylene or polyethylene plastics). The instrument panel duct is the most significant application of ducts in an automobile in the HVAC area. Other major HVAC ducts generating a noticeable demand are roof ducts, console ducts, and pillar ducts.
By Manufacturing Process Type
“Blow molding is expected to remain the most dominant manufacturing process of the market during the forecast period.”
- The market is segmented by manufacturing process type into blow molding, injection molding, thermoforming, and others.
- Blow molding is the most economical process for producing plastic ducts. The equipment cost is lower, and the manufacturing cost per duct is lower than that of ducts manufactured through 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.”
- The market is segmented by material type 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, design flexibility, corrosion resistance, 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 majorly used in under-the-hood application areas.
By Powertrain Type
“Hybrid vehicle is expected to remain the dominant segment of the market during the forecast period.”
- Based on powertrain type, the market is segmented into BEV and hybrid
- Key factors for the dominance of hybrid vehicles include higher production of hybrid vehicles in total EV production, requirement of more complex duct systems for thermal management, government incentives and policies, and affordability and consumer preference.
Regional Analysis
“Asia-Pacific is expected to be the dominant region, and Europe is likely to remain the second-dominant position in the market during the forecast period.”
- The EV ducts market is segmented by region into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the World.
- Regarding region, Asia-Pacific is estimated to maintain its unassailable lead in the market, with China being the engine’s propeller. The regional dominance is due to the high production and adoption of passenger cars and LCVs, particularly in China, Japan, and South Korea, the presence of key EV manufacturers (such as BYD, NIO, Toyota, and Hyundai), government incentives and policies, and massive investment in EV infrastructure in the region.
- Europe and North America are also projected to generate sizeable demand for EV ducts during the forecast period. Germany, France, and The UK are known for their advanced technologies in the EV.
Key Players
The market is highly fragmented, with the presence of a large number of players across the region. Some key players manufacture EV ducts on a contract basis with OEMs.
The following are the key players in the EV ducts market (Based on Dominance)
- ?ABC Group Inc.
- Hutchinson
- MANN+HUMMEL Group
- Continental AG
- MAHLE GmbH
- ElringKlinger AG
- Awkel Automotive
Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.
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The EV ducts market is segmented into the following categories:
EV Ducts Market by Vehicle Type
- Light Vehicles (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- M&HCV (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
EV Ducts Market, by Application Type
- HVAC Ducts (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Under-the-Hood Ducts (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Battery Management Ducts (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Others (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
EV Ducts Market, by Manufacturing Process Type
- Blow Molding (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Injection Molding (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Thermoforming (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Others (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
EV Ducts Market, by Material Type
- Plastic Ducts (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Foam Ducts (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Others (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
EV Ducts Market, by Pressure Type
- Low-pressure ducts (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- High-pressure ducts (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
EV Ducts Market, by Powertrain Type
- Battery Electric Vehicles (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Hybrid Vehicles (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
EV Ducts Market, 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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