PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1790448
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1790448
Automotive Composite Market Summary
The global automotive composite market size was estimated at USD 21.33 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 36.13 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2025 to 2033. Tightening global emission standards are pushing manufacturers to adopt materials and technologies that contribute to overall vehicular sustainability.
Composites help lower the overall emissions during both the production and operational phases of a vehicle's lifecycle. Governments and regulatory bodies are implementing policies that encourage the adoption of advanced materials in vehicles to meet environmental goals. This has led to an increased incorporation of composites in exterior body parts, under-the-hood components, and structural applications, thereby driving market growth across segments. As the global shift toward electric mobility accelerates, composites are playing a critical role in the design and engineering of electric and hybrid vehicles. Automakers are utilizing composite materials to offset the weight of heavy battery systems and improve driving range. Lightweight and durable composites not only enhance performance but also contribute to improved thermal management and design flexibility in EVs. This trend is expected to intensify as EV adoption grows worldwide, providing significant opportunities for composite manufacturers.
Technological progress in composite manufacturing processes, such as automated fiber placement, resin transfer molding, and 3D printing, is reducing production costs and cycle times. These advancements are making composites more commercially viable for high-volume automotive production. Additionally, innovations in hybrid composites and recyclable thermoplastic composites are improving material properties such as strength, impact resistance, and sustainability. These developments are expanding the application scope of composites from luxury and performance cars to mainstream passenger and commercial vehicles.
Global Automotive Composite Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at the global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global automotive composite market report based on product, application, and region: