Autonomous Trucks Market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2025-2032

Description

Persistence Market Research has recently released a comprehensive report on the worldwide market for autonomous trucks. The report offers a thorough assessment of crucial market dynamics, including drivers, trends, opportunities, and challenges, providing detailed insights into the market structure. This research publication presents exclusive data and statistics outlining the anticipated growth trajectory of the global autonomous trucks market from 2025 to 2032.

Key Insights: Autonomous Trucks Market

Market Size (2025E): US$ 27,765.1 Mn
Projected Market Value (2032F): US$ 76,010.4 Mn
Global Market Growth Rate (CAGR 2025 to 2032): 13.4%

Autonomous Trucks Market - Report Scope:

Autonomous trucks represent a transformative advancement in commercial transportation, leveraging artificial intelligence, advanced sensors, connectivity, and automation technologies to enable varying levels of self-driving capability. These vehicles are designed to enhance road safety, reduce operating costs, optimize fuel efficiency, and improve logistics performance across long-haul, regional, and last-mile freight operations. The autonomous trucks market caters to logistics providers, fleet operators, e-commerce companies, mining and construction firms, and port authorities, offering a range of autonomy levels from Level 1 (driver assistance) to Level 5 (fully autonomous). Market growth is supported by rising freight demand, driver shortages, increasing focus on road safety, and technological advancements in perception systems, vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication, and high-definition mapping.

Market Growth Drivers:

The global autonomous trucks market is propelled by several key factors, including the rapid growth of e-commerce and cross-border trade, which has intensified the need for efficient, reliable, and scalable freight transportation. Chronic shortages of commercial drivers and rising labor costs further encourage fleet operators to adopt automation. Technological progress in artificial intelligence, LiDAR, radar, camera systems, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) is accelerating the development and deployment of autonomous trucking solutions. Additionally, the pursuit of improved road safety, reduced accident rates, lower fuel consumption through optimized driving patterns, and decreasing total cost of ownership are compelling logistics companies and governments to invest in autonomous truck technologies.

Market Restraints:

Despite strong growth potential, the autonomous trucks market faces challenges related to regulatory uncertainty, infrastructure readiness, cybersecurity risks, and high initial investment costs. The absence of harmonized regulations across regions regarding autonomous vehicle testing, certification, and liability creates barriers to large-scale deployment. Concerns around system reliability, data security, and public acceptance also hinder adoption. Furthermore, the high cost of sensors, computing platforms, and software integration, along with the need for advanced road infrastructure and digital connectivity, may limit market penetration, particularly in developing economies. Addressing these constraints requires coordinated efforts among governments, technology providers, and fleet operators to establish standardized regulations, improve infrastructure, and enhance safety validation.

Market Opportunities:

The autonomous trucks market presents significant growth opportunities driven by advancements in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and connectivity. The expansion of autonomous trucking in controlled environments-such as ports, mining sites, and dedicated freight corridors-provides a near-term pathway to commercialization. Integration with smart logistics platforms, fleet management systems, and predictive maintenance solutions can further enhance operational efficiency and cost savings. Moreover, the growing emphasis on sustainability and carbon reduction encourages the adoption of autonomous electric and hybrid trucks, opening new avenues for innovation. Strategic collaborations between OEMs, technology startups, and logistics companies, along with increased investment in research and development, are expected to unlock new business models and accelerate market maturity.

Key Questions Answered in the Report:

What are the primary factors driving the growth of the autonomous trucks market globally?
Which autonomy levels and truck types are gaining the highest adoption across logistics and industrial sectors?
How are technological advancements reshaping the competitive landscape of the autonomous trucks market?
Who are the key players contributing to the autonomous trucks market, and what strategies are they employing to maintain market relevance?
What are the emerging trends and future prospects in the global autonomous trucks market?

Competitive Intelligence and Business Strategy:

Leading players in the global autonomous trucks market, including Waymo Via, TuSimple, Daimler Truck AG, Volvo Group, and PACCAR Inc., focus on innovation, product differentiation, and strategic partnerships to gain a competitive edge. These companies invest heavily in R&D to develop advanced autonomous driving systems, sensor fusion technologies, and AI-based decision-making platforms. Collaborations with logistics providers, cloud service companies, and government agencies facilitate pilot programs and real-world testing. Emphasis on safety validation, regulatory engagement, and scalable deployment models strengthens market positioning and supports long-term growth in the evolving autonomous trucking ecosystem.

Key Companies Profiled:

TuSimple, Inc.
Waymo LLC
Embark Trucks
Tesla
Caterpillar
AB Volvo
Daimler AG
Continental AG
Robert Bosch GmbH
PACCAR
NVIDIA Corporation
Aptiv

Market Segmentation

By Propulsion Type

IC Engine
Electric

By Level of Autonomy

Level1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4

By Truck Type

Light-Duty Trucks
Medium-Duty Trucks
Heavy-Duty Trucks

By Application

Last Mile Delivery Trucks
Mining Trucks
Shuttle
Intercity/Intracity

By Region

North America
Europe
East Asia
South Asia and Oceania
Middle East and Africa
Latin America

Product Code: PMRREP35296

1. Executive Summary

1.1. Global Autonomous Trucks Market Snapshot 2025 and 2032
1.2. Market Opportunity Assessment, 2025-2032, US$ Mn
1.3. Key Market Trends
1.4. Industry Developments and Key Market Events
1.5. Demand Side and Supply Side Analysis
1.6. PMR Analysis and Recommendations

2. Market Overview

2.1. Market Scope and Definitions
2.2. Value Chain Analysis
2.3. Macro-Economic Factors
- 2.3.1. Global GDP Outlook
- 2.3.2. Technological Advancements and Infrastructure Investment
- 2.3.3. Economic Efficiency and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Reduction
2.4. Forecast Factors - Relevance and Impact
2.5. COVID-19 Impact Assessment
2.6. PESTLE Analysis
2.7. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
2.8. Geopolitical Tensions: Market Impact
2.9. Regulatory and Technology Landscape

3. Market Dynamics

3.1. Drivers
3.2. Restraints
3.3. Opportunities
3.4. Trends

4. Price Trend Analysis, 2019 - 2032

4.1. Region-wise Price Analysis
4.2. Price by Segments
4.3. Price Impact Factors

5. Global Autonomous Trucks Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

5.1. Key Highlights
5.2. Global Autonomous Trucks Market Outlook: Propulsion Type
- 5.2.1. Introduction/Key Findings
- 5.2.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis by Propulsion Type , 2019-2024
- 5.2.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Propulsion Type , 2025-2032
  - 5.2.3.1. IC Engine
  - 5.2.3.2. Electric
- 5.2.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Propulsion Type
5.3. Global Autonomous Trucks Market Outlook: Level of Autonomy
- 5.3.1. Introduction/Key Findings
- 5.3.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis by Level of Autonomy, 2019-2024
- 5.3.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Level of Autonomy, 2025-2032
  - 5.3.3.1. Level1
  - 5.3.3.2. Level 2
  - 5.3.3.3. Level 3
  - 5.3.3.4. Level 4
- 5.3.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Level of Autonomy
5.4. Global Autonomous Trucks Market Outlook: Truck Type
- 5.4.1. Introduction/Key Findings
- 5.4.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis by Truck Type, 2019-2024
- 5.4.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Truck Type, 2025-2032
  - 5.4.3.1. Light-Duty Trucks
  - 5.4.3.2. Medium-Duty Trucks
  - 5.4.3.3. Heavy-Duty Trucks
- 5.4.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Truck Type
5.5. Global Autonomous Trucks Market Outlook: Application
- 5.5.1. Introduction/Key Findings
- 5.5.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis by Application, 2019-2024
- 5.5.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
  - 5.5.3.1. Last Mile Delivery Trucks
  - 5.5.3.2. Mining Trucks
  - 5.5.3.3. Shuttle
  - 5.5.3.4. Intercity/Intracity
- 5.5.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Application

6. Global Autonomous Trucks Market Outlook: Region

6.1. Key Highlights
6.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis by Region, 2019-2024
6.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Region, 2025-2032
- 6.3.1. North America
- 6.3.2. Europe
- 6.3.3. East Asia
- 6.3.4. South Asia & Oceania
- 6.3.5. Latin America
- 6.3.6. Middle East & Africa
6.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Region

7. North America Autonomous Trucks Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

7.1. Key Highlights
7.2. Pricing Analysis
7.3. North America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Country, 2025-2032
- 7.3.1. U.S.
- 7.3.2. Canada
7.4. North America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Propulsion Type, 2025-2032
- 7.4.1. IC Engine
- 7.4.2. Electric
7.5. North America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Level of Autonomy, 2025-2032
- 7.5.1. Level1
- 7.5.2. Level 2
- 7.5.3. Level 3
- 7.5.4. Level 4
7.6. North America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Truck Type, 2025-2032
- 7.6.1. Light-Duty Trucks
- 7.6.2. Medium-Duty Trucks
- 7.6.3. Heavy-Duty Trucks
7.7. North America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
- 7.7.1. Last Mile Delivery Trucks
- 7.7.2. Mining Trucks
- 7.7.3. Shuttle
- 7.7.4. Intercity/Intracity

8. Europe Autonomous Trucks Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

8.1. Key Highlights
8.2. Pricing Analysis
8.3. Europe Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Country, 2025-2032
- 8.3.1. Germany
- 8.3.2. Italy
- 8.3.3. France
- 8.3.4. U.K.
- 8.3.5. Spain
- 8.3.6. Russia
- 8.3.7. Rest of Europe
8.4. Europe Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Propulsion Type, 2025-2032
- 8.4.1. IC Engine
- 8.4.2. Electric
8.5. Europe Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Level of Autonomy, 2025-2032
- 8.5.1. Level1
- 8.5.2. Level 2
- 8.5.3. Level 3
- 8.5.4. Level 4
8.6. Europe Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Truck Type, 2025-2032
- 8.6.1. Light-Duty Trucks
- 8.6.2. Medium-Duty Trucks
- 8.6.3. Heavy-Duty Trucks
8.7. Europe Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
- 8.7.1. Last Mile Delivery Trucks
- 8.7.2. Mining Trucks
- 8.7.3. Shuttle
- 8.7.4. Intercity/Intracity

9. East Asia Autonomous Trucks Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

9.1. Key Highlights
9.2. Pricing Analysis
9.3. East Asia Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Country, 2025-2032
- 9.3.1. China
- 9.3.2. Japan
- 9.3.3. South Korea
9.4. East Asia Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Propulsion Type, 2025-2032
- 9.4.1. IC Engine
- 9.4.2. Electric
9.5. East Asia Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Level of Autonomy, 2025-2032
- 9.5.1. Level1
- 9.5.2. Level 2
- 9.5.3. Level 3
- 9.5.4. Level 4
9.6. East Asia Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Truck Type, 2025-2032
- 9.6.1. Light-Duty Trucks
- 9.6.2. Medium-Duty Trucks
- 9.6.3. Heavy-Duty Trucks
9.7. East Asia Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
- 9.7.1. Last Mile Delivery Trucks
- 9.7.2. Mining Trucks
- 9.7.3. Shuttle
- 9.7.4. Intercity/Intracity

10. South Asia & Oceania Autonomous Trucks Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

10.1. Key Highlights
10.2. Pricing Analysis
10.3. South Asia & Oceania Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Country, 2025-2032
- 10.3.1. India
- 10.3.2. Southeast Asia
- 10.3.3. ANZ
- 10.3.4. Rest of SAO
10.4. South Asia & Oceania Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Propulsion Type, 2025-2032
- 10.4.1. IC Engine
- 10.4.2. Electric
10.5. South Asia & Oceania Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Level of Autonomy, 2025-2032
- 10.5.1. Level1
- 10.5.2. Level 2
- 10.5.3. Level 3
- 10.5.4. Level 4
10.6. South Asia & Oceania Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Truck Type, 2025-2032
- 10.6.1. Light-Duty Trucks
- 10.6.2. Medium-Duty Trucks
- 10.6.3. Heavy-Duty Trucks
10.7. South Asia & Oceania Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
- 10.7.1. Last Mile Delivery Trucks
- 10.7.2. Mining Trucks
- 10.7.3. Shuttle
- 10.7.4. Intercity/Intracity

11. Latin America Autonomous Trucks Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

11.1. Key Highlights
11.2. Pricing Analysis
11.3. Latin America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Country, 2025-2032
- 11.3.1. Brazil
- 11.3.2. Mexico
- 11.3.3. Rest of LATAM
11.4. Latin America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Propulsion Type, 2025-2032
- 11.4.1. IC Engine
- 11.4.2. Electric
11.5. Latin America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Level of Autonomy, 2025-2032
- 11.5.1. Level1
- 11.5.2. Level 2
- 11.5.3. Level 3
- 11.5.4. Level 4
11.6. Latin America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Truck Type, 2025-2032
- 11.6.1. Light-Duty Trucks
- 11.6.2. Medium-Duty Trucks
- 11.6.3. Heavy-Duty Trucks
11.7. Latin America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
- 11.7.1. Last Mile Delivery Trucks
- 11.7.2. Mining Trucks
- 11.7.3. Shuttle
- 11.7.4. Intercity/Intracity

12. Middle East & Africa Autonomous Trucks Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

12.1. Key Highlights
12.2. Pricing Analysis
12.3. Middle East & Africa Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Country, 2025-2032
- 12.3.1. GCC Countries
- 12.3.2. South Africa
- 12.3.3. Northern Africa
- 12.3.4. Rest of MEA
12.4. Middle East & Africa Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Propulsion Type, 2025-2032
- 12.4.1. IC Engine
- 12.4.2. Electric
12.5. Middle East & Africa Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Level of Autonomy, 2025-2032
- 12.5.1. Level1
- 12.5.2. Level 2
- 12.5.3. Level 3
- 12.5.4. Level 4
12.6. Middle East & Africa Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Truck Type, 2025-2032
- 12.6.1. Light-Duty Trucks
- 12.6.2. Medium-Duty Trucks
- 12.6.3. Heavy-Duty Trucks
12.7. Middle East & Africa Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
- 12.7.1. Last Mile Delivery Trucks
- 12.7.2. Mining Trucks
- 12.7.3. Shuttle
- 12.7.4. Intercity/Intracity

13. Competition Landscape

13.1. Market Share Analysis, 2024
13.2. Market Structure
- 13.2.1. Competition Intensity Mapping
- 13.2.2. Competition Dashboard
13.3. Company Profiles
- 13.3.1. TuSimple, Inc.
  - 13.3.1.1. Company Overview
  - 13.3.1.2. Product Portfolio/Offerings
  - 13.3.1.3. Key Financials
  - 13.3.1.4. SWOT Analysis
  - 13.3.1.5. Company Strategy and Key Developments
- 13.3.2. Waymo LLC
- 13.3.3. Embark Trucks
- 13.3.4. Tesla
- 13.3.5. Caterpillar
- 13.3.6. AB Volvo
- 13.3.7. Daimler AG
- 13.3.8. Continental AG
- 13.3.9. Robert Bosch GmbH
- 13.3.10. PACCAR
- 13.3.11. NVIDIA Corporation
- 13.3.12. Aptiv

14. Appendix

14.1. Research Methodology
14.2. Research Assumptions
14.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations