PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1750374
PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1750374
U.S. Automotive Ultrasonic Sensors Market Size & Opportunities Analysis - Growth Strategies, Competitiveness, and Forecasts (2025 - 2032)
The U.S. automotive ultrasonic sensors market is forecast to expand from USD 3.5 billion in 2024 to USD 7.7 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.5%. This growth is primarily driven by the increasing implementation of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and growing consumer demand for enhanced safety features in vehicles.
Ultrasonic sensors play a critical role in enabling features like park assist, collision avoidance, and blind-spot detection. Their ability to detect nearby objects at low speeds makes them indispensable for safe vehicle maneuvering, particularly in urban environments. As safety regulations tighten and automotive technologies evolve, the integration of ultrasonic sensors in both electric and traditional vehicles is expected to grow substantially.
Key Insights
The market is categorized by application into park assist systems, blind spot detection, collision avoidance, and self-parking systems, with park assist systems leading at approximately 40% of the market share in 2024.
Passenger vehicles dominate the market by vehicle type, accounting for 70% of the market share due to high production volumes and growing emphasis on in-car safety.
Ultrasonic sensors are also segmented by technology into proximity detection and range measurement sensors, with proximity detection sensors holding the largest share due to their widespread utility in ADAS applications.
Increasing adoption of ultrasonic sensors in electric and hybrid vehicles is driven by the push for enhanced safety systems and autonomous parking functionalities.
Advancements in sensor design are resulting in more compact and efficient ultrasonic sensors that maintain high accuracy in adverse conditions such as rain, dust, or low visibility.
The aftermarket segment is growing as more vehicle owners opt to retrofit older models with parking assistance and other safety-enhancing technologies.
Key industry players are expanding their portfolios through strategic mergers, acquisitions, and R&D investments to stay competitive and meet the rising demand for integrated safety systems.
Despite challenges from alternative technologies like radar and LiDAR, ultrasonic sensors remain a cost-effective solution for close-range object detection, particularly in low-speed environments.
Regionally, the Northeast holds the largest share of the market, while the South is projected to experience the fastest growth, spurred by increased industrial activity and technological adoption.
The market outlook remains strong, with regulatory support, technological innovation, and heightened consumer awareness continuing to fuel demand for ultrasonic sensor applications in the automotive industry.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Research Scope
- 1.1. Research Objectives
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Analysis Period
- 1.4. Market Size Breakdown by Segments
- 1.4.1. Market Size Breakdown, by Vehicle Autonomy
- 1.4.2. Market Size Breakdown, by Conventional fuel car
- 1.4.3. Market Size Breakdown, by Alternative fuel car
- 1.4.4. Market Size Breakdown, by Light commercial vehicle
- 1.4.5. Market Size Breakdown, by Vehicle Type
- 1.4.6. Market Size Breakdown, by Medium and heavy commercial vehicle
- 1.4.7. Market Size Breakdown, by Type
- 1.4.8. Market Size Breakdown, by Application
- 1.5. Market Data Reporting Unit
- 1.5.1. Revenue
- 1.6. Key Stakeholders
Chapter 2. Research Methodology
- 2.1. Secondary Research
- 2.1.1. Paid
- 2.1.2. Unpaid
- 2.1.3. P&S Intelligence Database
- 2.2. Primary Research
- 2.3. Market Size Estimation
- 2.4. Data Triangulation
- 2.5. Currency Conversion Rates
- 2.6. Assumptions for the Study
- 2.7. Notes and Caveats
Chapter 3. Executive Summary
Chapter 4. Market Indicators
Chapter 5. Industry Outlook
- 5.1. Industry Background
- 5.2. Market Dynamics
- 5.2.1. Trends
- 5.2.2. Drivers
- 5.2.3. Restraints/Challenges
- 5.2.4. Emerging Economies and Key Opportunities
- 5.2.5. Impact Analysis of Drivers/Restraints
- 5.3. Impact of COVID-19
- 5.4. Sociopolitical Impact
- 5.5. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 5.5.1. Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 5.5.2. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 5.5.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 5.5.4. Intensity of Rivalry
- 5.5.5. Threat of Substitutes
- 5.6. Innovation and Technology Trends
- 5.7. Supply Chain and Value Chain Insights
- 5.8. Economic and Regulatory Impact
- 5.9. Market Entry Strategies
Chapter 6. Competitive Landscape
- 6.1. List of Market Players and their Offerings
- 6.2. Market Share of Key Players (2024)
- 6.3. Competitive Benchmarking of Key Players
- 6.4. Product Benchmarking of Key Players
- 6.5. Recent Strategic Developments by Key Players
- 6.6. Company Leadership Matrix
Chapter 7. U.S. Market
- 7.1. Overview
- 7.2. Market Revenue, by Vehicle Autonomy (2019-2032)
- 7.3. Market Revenue, by Conventional fuel car (2019-2032)
- 7.4. Market Revenue, by Alternative fuel car (2019-2032)
- 7.5. Market Revenue, by Light commercial vehicle (2019-2032)
- 7.6. Market Revenue, by Vehicle Type (2019-2032)
- 7.7. Market Revenue, by Medium and heavy commercial vehicle (2019-2032)
- 7.8. Market Revenue, by Type (2019-2032)
- 7.9. Market Revenue, by Application (2019-2032)
- 7.10. Market Revenue, by Country (2019-2032)
Chapter 8. Northeast Market
- 8.1. Overview
- 8.2. Economic Indicators
- 8.3. Demographics and Population Insights
- 8.4. Regional Hotspots
- 8.5. Growth Drivers
- 8.6. Challenges and Barriers
- 8.7. Competitive Strategies
- 8.8. Emerging Players
- 8.9. Import/Export Policies
- 8.10. Compliance Requirements
- 8.11. Emerging Investment Areas
- 8.12. Major Ongoing Projects
- 8.13. Market Size and Forecast
- 8.13.1. Market Revenue, by Vehicle Autonomy (2019-2032)
- 8.13.2. Market Revenue, by Conventional fuel car (2019-2032)
- 8.13.3. Market Revenue, by Alternative fuel car (2019-2032)
- 8.13.4. Market Revenue, by Light commercial vehicle (2019-2032)
- 8.13.5. Market Revenue, by Vehicle Type (2019-2032)
- 8.13.6. Market Revenue, by Medium and heavy commercial vehicle (2019-2032)
- 8.13.7. Market Revenue, by Type (2019-2032)
- 8.13.8. Market Revenue, by Application (2019-2032)
Chapter 9. Midwest Market
- 9.1. Overview
- 9.2. Economic Indicators
- 9.3. Demographics and Population Insights
- 9.4. Regional Hotspots
- 9.5. Growth Drivers
- 9.6. Challenges and Barriers
- 9.7. Competitive Strategies
- 9.8. Emerging Players
- 9.9. Import/Export Policies
- 9.10. Compliance Requirements
- 9.11. Emerging Investment Areas
- 9.12. Major Ongoing Projects
- 9.13. Market Size and Forecast
- 9.13.1. Market Revenue, by Vehicle Autonomy (2019-2032)
- 9.13.2. Market Revenue, by Conventional fuel car (2019-2032)
- 9.13.3. Market Revenue, by Alternative fuel car (2019-2032)
- 9.13.4. Market Revenue, by Light commercial vehicle (2019-2032)
- 9.13.5. Market Revenue, by Vehicle Type (2019-2032)
- 9.13.6. Market Revenue, by Medium and heavy commercial vehicle (2019-2032)
- 9.13.7. Market Revenue, by Type (2019-2032)
- 9.13.8. Market Revenue, by Application (2019-2032)
Chapter 10. West Market
- 10.1. Overview
- 10.2. Economic Indicators
- 10.3. Demographics and Population Insights
- 10.4. Regional Hotspots
- 10.5. Growth Drivers
- 10.6. Challenges and Barriers
- 10.7. Competitive Strategies
- 10.8. Emerging Players
- 10.9. Import/Export Policies
- 10.10. Compliance Requirements
- 10.11. Emerging Investment Areas
- 10.12. Major Ongoing Projects
- 10.13. Market Size and Forecast
- 10.13.1. Market Revenue, by Vehicle Autonomy (2019-2032)
- 10.13.2. Market Revenue, by Conventional fuel car (2019-2032)
- 10.13.3. Market Revenue, by Alternative fuel car (2019-2032)
- 10.13.4. Market Revenue, by Light commercial vehicle (2019-2032)
- 10.13.5. Market Revenue, by Vehicle Type (2019-2032)
- 10.13.6. Market Revenue, by Medium and heavy commercial vehicle (2019-2032)
- 10.13.7. Market Revenue, by Type (2019-2032)
- 10.13.8. Market Revenue, by Application (2019-2032)
Chapter 11. South Market
- 11.1. Overview
- 11.2. Economic Indicators
- 11.3. Demographics and Population Insights
- 11.4. Regional Hotspots
- 11.5. Growth Drivers
- 11.6. Challenges and Barriers
- 11.7. Competitive Strategies
- 11.8. Emerging Players
- 11.9. Import/Export Policies
- 11.10. Compliance Requirements
- 11.11. Emerging Investment Areas
- 11.12. Major Ongoing Projects
- 11.13. Market Size and Forecast
- 11.13.1. Market Revenue, by Vehicle Autonomy (2019-2032)
- 11.13.2. Market Revenue, by Conventional fuel car (2019-2032)
- 11.13.3. Market Revenue, by Alternative fuel car (2019-2032)
- 11.13.4. Market Revenue, by Light commercial vehicle (2019-2032)
- 11.13.5. Market Revenue, by Vehicle Type (2019-2032)
- 11.13.6. Market Revenue, by Medium and heavy commercial vehicle (2019-2032)
- 11.13.7. Market Revenue, by Type (2019-2032)
- 11.13.8. Market Revenue, by Application (2019-2032)
Chapter 12. Company Profiles
Chapter 13. Appendix
- 13.1. Sources and References
- 13.2. Related Reports
