PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1731037
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1731037
A smart tailgate is an advanced vehicle feature that allows hands-free opening and closing of the tailgate using a smart key. It employs sensors to detect user movement and automatically activates the tailgate, enhancing convenience, particularly when the user's hands are full. Smart tailgate systems are designed with safety measures to prevent accidents during operation.
The primary types of smart tailgates include power tailgates and hands-free tailgates. A power tailgate operates electronically, enabling automatic opening, closing, and locking, while a hands-free tailgate uses sensors to enhance convenience. The technology types used in smart tailgates include sensor-based, camera-based, and other advanced technologies. These systems are utilized in both passenger cars and commercial vehicles and are available through original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the aftermarket.
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The smart tailgate market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.47 billion in 2024 to $3.81 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8%. The growth in the historic period was driven by the expansion of e-commerce and logistics, the rise of the electric vehicle (EV) market, increasing demand for shared mobility, a greater focus on user experience, and the growing demand for commercial vehicles.
The smart tailgate market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.46 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the rising demand for luxury vehicles, a growing preference for hands-free and automated solutions, increasing urbanization and lifestyle changes, higher disposable incomes, and a growing trend for aftermarket customization. Major trends expected during this period include the development of multi-functional tailgates, integration with mobile apps, the adoption of augmented reality (AR), innovations in sensors, actuators, and automation technologies, and the seamless integration of smart tailgates with advanced vehicle systems.
The expansion of the luxury automotive sector is anticipated to drive the growth of the smart tailgate market in the coming years. This sector focuses on high-end vehicles that provide exceptional quality, advanced technology, remarkable performance, and exclusive designs. The growth of this segment is attributed to rising disposable incomes and changing consumer preferences for premium experiences. As global wealth increases, more consumers are opting for high-end vehicles that offer greater comfort, superior performance, and cutting-edge features. The smart tailgate enhances the luxury automotive market by offering hands-free, seamless access to the trunk, thereby improving convenience, safety, and the overall user experience through advanced sensor technology and automation. For example, in January 2024, BMW Group reported a record sales performance for 2023, delivering 2,555,341 vehicles across its luxury brands such as BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce, marking a 6.5% increase. In the fourth quarter of 2023, the company also saw a 10.3% year-over-year sales growth, with 718,778 units sold. Thus, the growing luxury automotive sector is contributing to the expansion of the smart tailgate market.
Leading companies in the smart tailgate market are concentrating on the development of innovative technologies, such as noise-reduction technology, to improve user experience and enhance the quietness of vehicle cabins. Noise-reduction technology uses sound-absorbing materials, active noise cancellation, and vibration-dampening methods to reduce unwanted sounds. By minimizing mechanical and aerodynamic noise, this technology enhances passenger comfort and boosts vehicle performance. For instance, in February 2024, Shenzhen Zhaowei Machinery & Electronics Co. Ltd., a China-based company, introduced the smart electric tailgate actuator. This device automates the tailgate operation through remote control, providing added convenience, especially when carrying multiple items. It is designed with low noise, stable operation, compact structure, high torque, and strong load capacity, improving the overall user experience. The integration of noise-reduction technology in smart tailgates indicates the rising demand for quieter, more efficient vehicle components in modern automobiles.
In August 2022, MinebeaMitsumi, a Japanese automotive company, acquired Honda Lock Mfg. Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of automotive parts and security products, including smart tailgates, for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition strengthens MinebeaMitsumi's market position, expands its product portfolio, and leverages technological advancements in the automotive component industry.
Major players in the smart tailgate market are Hyundai Motor Company, Kia Corporation, Continental AG, Magna International Inc., Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd., Opmobility Ltd., Brose Fahrzeugteile GmbH & Co. KG, Mitsuba Corporation, Huf Hulsbeck & Furst GmbH & Co. KG, Wuling company, Shenzhen Qinglian Tongchuang Automobile Electronics Co. Ltd., Padmini VNA Mechatronics Ltd., NMB Technologies Corporation, Huizhou Yopine Technology Co. Ltd., Veigel GmbH + Co. KG, Twirl Motor Technologies, Shenzhen Zhaowei Machinery & Electronics Co. Ltd, Dongguan Kaimiao Electronic Technology Co. Ltd, Guangzhou Tomaster Auto Parts Co. Ltd, Guangzhou Zhihang Electronics Technology Co. Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the smart tailgate market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in smart tailgate report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the smart tailgate market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The smart tailgate market consists of sales of smart tailgate with obstacle detection, electric and hydraulic smart tailgates, power liftgate systems, and kick-sensor smart tailgates. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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