Global Automotive Semiconductor Market Size Study & Forecast, by Component (Processor and Sensor), by Vehicle Type (Passenger Vehicle, LCV, HCV), by Application, and Regional Forecasts 2025-2035

Description

The Global Automotive Semiconductor Market is valued approximately at USD 35.63 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to grow with a CAGR of more than 11.00% over the forecast period 2025-2035. Automotive semiconductors form the backbone of modern vehicles, powering critical systems such as advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), infotainment units, and powertrains. As vehicles transform into connected, intelligent, and electrified machines, semiconductors have become indispensable in driving safety, efficiency, and automation. The increasing adoption of electric and autonomous vehicles has compelled manufacturers to enhance semiconductor integration for superior performance and lower emissions. Furthermore, stringent emission norms and the rise in vehicle digitalization are fueling demand for semiconductor solutions across both hardware and software-defined architectures.

The global automotive industry is undergoing an unprecedented transformation, and this has ignited a surge in semiconductor consumption across all vehicle categories. With the electrification of transportation accelerating, semiconductors are now being deployed to control everything from motor drives to energy management systems. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), electric vehicle sales surpassed 14 million units in 2023, representing nearly 18% of total car sales. As autonomous driving technologies and advanced connectivity become standard, the integration of processors, sensors, and memory units has reached record levels. However, challenges such as chip shortages and high design complexity continue to test supply chains. Despite these obstacles, sustained R&D investment and the emergence of localized semiconductor manufacturing hubs present lucrative opportunities throughout the 2025-2035 forecast horizon.

The detailed segments and sub-segments included in the report are:

By Component:

Processor
Sensor

By Vehicle Type:

Passenger Vehicle
Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV)
Heavy Commercial Vehicle (HCV)

By Application:

Powertrain
Safety Systems
Body Electronics
Chassis
Infotainment & Telematics

By Region:

North America

U.S.
Canada

Europe

UK
Germany
France
Italy
Spain
Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

China
India
Japan
South Korea
Australia
Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America

Brazil
Mexico

Middle East & Africa

UAE
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa

The Processor segment is projected to dominate the market during the forecast period. As the intelligence quotient of vehicles climbs higher, processors act as the brain behind complex decision-making systems, managing real-time communication between sensors, actuators, and control units. The advent of autonomous and semi-autonomous technologies has intensified the need for high-performance automotive-grade processors that can process terabytes of data per second. The adoption of system-on-chip (SoC) and AI-integrated chips is revolutionizing vehicle functionality, enabling features like real-time obstacle detection, adaptive cruise control, and predictive maintenance. As vehicle architectures transition to centralized computing models, demand for automotive processors is expected to skyrocket, establishing this segment as the market's cornerstone.

Passenger Vehicles continue to generate the lion's share of market revenue and are poised to maintain dominance over the forecast period. Rising consumer preference for connected and electric cars, coupled with expanding middle-class populations and urbanization, is driving semiconductor adoption across passenger cars. The inclusion of next-generation ADAS, vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication, and digital cockpit systems is pushing the semiconductor count per car to new highs. In contrast, Light and Heavy Commercial Vehicles are witnessing rapid semiconductor integration in powertrain electrification, fleet management systems, and safety monitoring. Nonetheless, passenger vehicles remain at the forefront, contributing the largest revenue due to volume sales and technological innovation intensity.

Regionally, Asia Pacific leads the global automotive semiconductor market and is expected to continue dominating throughout 2025-2035. The region's stronghold is underpinned by the massive automotive manufacturing base in China, Japan, and South Korea, supported by government incentives for EV production and rapid infrastructure expansion. Meanwhile, North America holds substantial potential, propelled by the U.S. automotive tech ecosystem and surging investments in EVs and autonomous mobility platforms. Europe, with its rigorous emission mandates and ambitious EV transition plans, is also emerging as a critical semiconductor consumer. Additionally, the Middle East & Africa and Latin America are gradually integrating semiconductor technologies as vehicle electrification and industrial automation gain pace, shaping a globally balanced growth scenario.

Major market players included in this report are:

Infineon Technologies AG
NXP Semiconductors N.V.
Renesas Electronics Corporation
Texas Instruments Incorporated
STMicroelectronics N.V.
Robert Bosch GmbH
ON Semiconductor Corporation
Toshiba Corporation
Micron Technology, Inc.
Analog Devices, Inc.
Broadcom Inc.
Continental AG
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Rohm Semiconductor

Global Automotive Semiconductor Market Report Scope:

Historical Data - 2023, 2024
Base Year for Estimation - 2024
Forecast period - 2025-2035
Report Coverage - Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
Regional Scope - North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
Customization Scope - Free report customization (equivalent to up to 8 analysts' working hours) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope*

The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players. The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained above.

Key Takeaways:

Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
Annualized revenues and regional-level analysis for each market segment.
Detailed analysis of the geographical landscape with country-level insights of major regions.
Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
Examination of the competitive structure of the market.
Demand-side and supply-side analysis of the market.

Chapter 1. Global Automotive Semiconductor Market Report Scope & Methodology

1.1. Research Objective
1.2. Research Methodology
- 1.2.1. Forecast Model
- 1.2.2. Desk Research
- 1.2.3. Top Down and Bottom-Up Approach
1.3. Research Attributes
1.4. Scope of the Study
- 1.4.1. Market Definition
- 1.4.2. Market Segmentation
1.5. Research Assumption
- 1.5.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
- 1.5.2. Limitations
- 1.5.3. Years Considered for the Study

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

2.1. CEO/CXO Standpoint
2.2. Strategic Insights
2.3. ESG Analysis
2.4. key Findings

Chapter 3. Global Automotive Semiconductor Market Forces Analysis

3.1. Market Forces Shaping The Global Automotive Semiconductor Market (2024-2035)
3.2. Drivers
- 3.2.1. increasing adoption of electric and autonomous vehicles
- 3.2.2. stringent emission norms
3.3. Restraints
- 3.3.1. chip shortages and high design complexity
3.4. Opportunities
- 3.4.1. rise in vehicle digitalization

Chapter 4. Global Automotive Semiconductor Industry Analysis

4.1. Porter's 5 Forces Model
- 4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Buyer
- 4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Supplier
- 4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
- 4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.2. Porter's 5 Force Forecast Model (2024-2035)
4.3. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.3.1. Political
- 4.3.2. Economical
- 4.3.3. Social
- 4.3.4. Technological
- 4.3.5. Environmental
- 4.3.6. Legal
4.4. Top Investment Opportunities
4.5. Top Winning Strategies (2025)
4.6. Market Share Analysis (2024-2025)
4.7. Global Pricing Analysis And Trends 2025
4.8. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

Chapter 5. Global Automotive Semiconductor Market Size & Forecasts by Component 2025-2035

5.1. Market Overview
5.2. Global Automotive Semiconductor Market Performance - Potential Analysis (2025)
5.3. Processor
- 5.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.3.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
5.4. Sensor
- 5.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.4.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035

Chapter 6. Global Automotive Semiconductor Market Size & Forecasts by Type 2025-2035

6.1. Market Overview
6.2. Global Automotive Semiconductor Market Performance - Potential Analysis (2025)
6.3. Passenger Vehicle
- 6.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.3.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
6.4. Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV)
- 6.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.4.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
6.5. Heavy Commercial Vehicle (HCV)
- 6.5.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.5.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035

Chapter 7. Global Automotive Semiconductor Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2025-2035

7.1. Market Overview
7.2. Global Automotive Semiconductor Market Performance - Potential Analysis (2025)
7.3. Powertrain
- 7.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.3.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
7.4. Safety Systems
- 7.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.4.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
7.5. Body Electronics
- 7.5.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.5.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
7.6. Chassis
- 7.6.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.6.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
7.7. Infotainment & Telematics
- 7.7.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.7.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035

Chapter 8. Global Automotive Semiconductor Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2025-2035

8.1. Growth Automotive Semiconductor Market, Regional Market Snapshot
8.2. Top Leading & Emerging Countries
8.3. North America Automotive Semiconductor Market
- 8.3.1. U.S. Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.3.1.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.3.1.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.3.1.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.3.2. Canada Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.3.2.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.3.2.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.3.2.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
8.4. Europe Automotive Semiconductor Market
- 8.4.1. UK Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.4.1.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.4.1.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.4.1.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.4.2. Germany Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.4.2.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.4.2.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.4.2.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.4.3. France Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.4.3.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.4.3.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.4.3.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.4.4. Spain Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.4.4.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.4.4.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.4.4.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.4.5. Italy Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.4.5.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.4.5.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.4.5.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.4.6. Rest of Europe Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.4.6.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.4.6.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.4.6.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
8.5. Asia Pacific Automotive Semiconductor Market
- 8.5.1. China Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.5.1.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.5.1.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.5.1.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.5.2. India Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.5.2.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.5.2.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.5.2.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.5.3. Japan Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.5.3.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.5.3.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.5.3.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.5.4. Australia Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.5.4.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.5.4.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.5.4.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.5.5. South Korea Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.5.5.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.5.5.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.5.5.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.5.6. Rest of APAC Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.5.6.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.5.6.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.5.6.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
8.6. Latin America Automotive Semiconductor Market
- 8.6.1. Brazil Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.6.1.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.6.1.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.6.1.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.6.2. Mexico Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.6.2.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.6.2.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.6.2.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
8.7. Middle East and Africa Automotive Semiconductor Market
- 8.7.1. UAE Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.7.1.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.7.1.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.7.1.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.7.2. Saudi Arabia (KSA) Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.7.2.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.7.2.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.7.2.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 8.7.3. South Africa Automotive Semiconductor Market
  - 8.7.3.1. Component breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.7.3.2. Vehicle Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 8.7.3.3. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035

Chapter 9. Competitive Intelligence

9.1. Top Market Strategies
9.2. Infineon Technologies AG
- 9.2.1. Company Overview
- 9.2.2. Key Executives
- 9.2.3. Company Snapshot
- 9.2.4. Financial Performance (Subject to Data Availability)
- 9.2.5. Product/Services Port
- 9.2.6. Recent Development
- 9.2.7. Market Strategies
- 9.2.8. SWOT Analysis
9.3. NXP Semiconductors N.V.
9.4. Renesas Electronics Corporation
9.5. Texas Instruments Incorporated
9.6. STMicroelectronics N.V.
9.7. Robert Bosch GmbH
9.8. ON Semiconductor Corporation
9.9. Toshiba Corporation
9.10. Micron Technology, Inc.
9.11. Analog Devices, Inc.
9.12. Broadcom Inc.
9.13. Continental AG
9.14. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
9.15. Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
9.16. Rohm Semiconductor