Global Automotive Electronic Control Unit Overview
Introduction:
An electronic control unit, also called an electronic control module, is an embedded system in automotive electronics that controls one or more electrical systems or subsystems in a car or other motor vehicle. An automotive electronic control unit primarily uses inputs from vehicle sensors such as the crankshaft and camshaft. Basically, the engine ECU controls the fuel injection and in petrol engines, the spark ignition timing, it determines the position of the engine internals using the crankshaft position sensor so that the injector system operates correctly. Timing the two acronyms ECU stands for Engine Control Module and ECU stands for Engine Control Unit represent the same component and are used interchangeably. An electronic control unit is a small device in a vehicle’s body that is responsible for controlling a specific function, each ECU typically contains a dedicated chip that runs its own software or firmware and require power and data connections to operate, an ECU receives inputs from different parts of the vehicle depending on its function, For example, when a passenger presses the door lock/unlock button on the car door or wireless key fob, the door lock ECU will receive an input. The airbag ECU will receive inputs from crash sensors and sensors that detect when someone is sitting in a particular seat. And the automatic emergency braking ECU will receive inputs from a forward-facing radar that detects when the vehicle is approaching an obstacle too quickly. In recent years, modern vehicles are composed of various control units to improve vehicle performance, an automotive electronic control unit manages multiple actuators on an I.C. engine to ensure regular operation of the engine. Thus, significant increase in tangible luxury offerings in vehicles providing higher levels of comfort and safety features is driving the growth of the electronic control unit market. Furthermore, governments are providing attractive incentives and policies to encourage the sale of electric vehicles, which is expected to drive the growth of the electronic control unit market.
Global Automotive Electronic Control Unit Dynamics
The increasing demand for multi-functionality in the vehicle is a key factor expected to drive the growth of the automotive electronic control unit market. Additionally, the growing automotive sector and development of low-cost ECUs are also expected to fuel the growth of the automotive electronic control unit market over the forecast period. Furthermore, government regulations regarding passenger safety and rapidly increasing vehicle production are expected to boost the global automotive electronic control unit market in the near future. Furthermore, increasing individual preferences for antitheft systems, use of ECUs in luxury and hybrid vehicles, as well as huge demand for infotainment systems are expected to support global market growth over the forecast period. However, increasing customer preference for BYOD, system complexity, and operation failures in ECUs are expected to hinder the growth of the automotive electronic control unit market in the near future. Growing demand for advanced driver assistance features is expected to create lucrative opportunities for players operating in the automotive electronic control unit market over the forecast period. Additionally, consumer preference towards alternative vehicle options in developed countries, such as hybrid and battery electric vehicles, is significantly altering the growth of the ECU market. Furthermore, ease of driving, safety concerns, driver safety, and low maintenance are some of the factors driving the growth of the market.
Technological advancement
Increased demand for technologically advanced vehicles such as hybrid vehicles in developed and developing countries is expected to fuel the growth of the ECU market. Luxury vehicles have high integration of automotive electronic systems and to control these technologically advanced systems, automotive electric control units, automotive driving IoT-controlled functions and telematics require high demand for ECUs. Manufacturers involved in the Automotive Electronic Control Unit market are developing advanced versions of their products due to new age technological advancements. Major players of automotive electronic control units are investing more in power systems and creating more modern, time-saving, cost-effective technologies that will positively impact the Automotive Electronic control unit market. In April 2022, AISIN, one of the world's largest OEM manufacturers, joined hands with Nissan to develop its technologically advanced AUTOSAR ECU. AUTOSAR provides many features such as electronic architecture, transfer functions of software development, so that the functionality will be properly tested and integrated with each ECU unit.
Global Automotive Electronic Control Unit Segmentation
Disclaimer: This data is only a representation. Actual data may vary and will be available in the report.
The Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market is segmented based on vehicle type, sale channel, application, and region.
Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market, By Vehicle Type
On the basis of Vehicle type, the Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market is segmented into Passenger Car and Commercial Vehicles. The passenger car segment accounts for the largest share of the global market due to the highest number of passenger cars on the road. The electric vehicle segment is expected to show exponential growth in the market during the forecast period. Passenger cars include luxury vehicles that have more ECUs than other vehicles due to improved features such as better driver remote functions and vehicle software upgrades in vehicle management systems.
Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market, By Sale Channel
On the basis of sale channel, the target market is classified into Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Aftermarket.
Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market, By Application
On the basis of application, the target market is classified into Powertrain (Engine Control Unit, Powertrain Control Unit, Transmission Control Unit, and Others), Entertainment, Safety and Security (ADAS/ADS, ABS Control Units, and Airbag and Seatbelt Control System), Chassis Electronics, and Communication and Navigation). The powertrain segment is expected to witness the highest CAGR and dominate the market share during the forecast period. The ADAS segment accounts for the largest share of the global market due to the growing demand for advanced driving-assistance features in all types of vehicles.
Regional Insights:
On region the Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. The Asia Pacific automotive electronic control unit market accounts for the major revenue share in the global automotive electronic control unit market and is expected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period.
Report Scope:
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Details |
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Base year for estimation |
2022 |
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Forecast period |
2022 – 2032 |
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Market representation |
Revenue in USD Billion & CAGR from 2022 to 2032 |
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Market Segmentation |
By Vehicle Type - Passenger Car and Commercial Vehicles By Sales Channel - Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Aftermarket By Application - Powertrain (Engine Control Unit, Powertrain Control Unit, Transmission Control Unit, and Others), Entertainment, Safety and Security (ADAS/ADS, ABS Control Units, and Airbag and Seatbelt Control System), Chassis Electronics, and Communication and Navigation |
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Regional scope |
North America - U.S., Canada Europe - UK, Germany, Spain, France, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe Asia Pacific - Japan, India, China, South Korea, Australia, Rest of Asia-Pacific Latin America - Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Rest of Latin America Middle East & Africa - South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East & Africa |
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Report coverage |
Revenue forecast, company share, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends |
Segments Covered in the Report:
This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2022 to 2032. For the purpose of this study, has segmented the Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market report based on vehicle type, sale channel, application, and region:
Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market, By Vehicle Type:
- Passenger Car
- Commercial Vehicles
Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market, By Sale Channel:
- Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
- Aftermarket
Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market, By Application:
- Powertrain (Engine Control Unit, Powertrain Control Unit, Transmission Control Unit, and Others)
- Entertainment
- Safety and Security (ADAS/ADS, ABS Control Units, and Airbag and Seatbelt Control System)
- Chassis Electronics
- Communication and Navigation
Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market, By Region:
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- North America
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- U.S.
- Canada
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- Europe
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- Germany
- UK
- France
- Russia
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
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- Asia Pacific
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- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Rest of Asia Pacific
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- Latin America
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- Brazil
- Mexico
- Rest of Latin America
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- Middle East & Africa
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- GCC
- Israel
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
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- North America
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Global Automotive Electronic Control Unit Key Players
The key players operating the Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market include
- Continental AG, commonly known as Continental or colloquially as Conti, is a German multinational automotive parts manufacturing company specializing in brake systems, interior electronics, automotive safety, powertrain and classic components, tachographs, tires and other parts in automotive and transformation. Continental offers tires for automobiles, motorcycles and bicycles worldwide under Continental brand.
- Denso Corporation is a global manufacturer of automotive components offering advanced automotive technologies, systems and products, fulfilling its corporate social responsibility by providing world first products and technologies.
- Delphi Technology was an independent automotive company from 2017 until 2020, when it was sold by BorgWarner Inc. Delphi Technology was founded in 2017 when Delphi Automotive, formerly a division of General Motors, renamed itself Aptiv and spun off its powertrain-related business to make Delphi Technology a separate company.
- Robert Bosch GmbH, A subsidiary of Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, it is a provider of technology, home appliances, security systems, solar inverters, packaging technology, industry solutions and business process management solutions. With sales and service partners, subsidiaries and regional companies, the company serves customers in the automobile industry, consumer electronics and BPO industries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific and Africa.
- ZF Friedrichshafen AG is a global technology company providing industrial technology, automotive systems for commercial vehicles and passenger cars, The Company is improving its systems in the areas of digital connectivity and automation.
- Autoliv Inc, is a global leader in automotive safety systems and through their subsidiaries manufactures and markets protective systems such as airbags, seatbelts, steering wheels and pedestrian protection systems for all automotive manufacturers in the world.
- Takata Corporation was a Japanese automotive parts company, with manufacturing facilities on four continents, with its European headquarters in Germany. The company supplies almost all the world's major automakers with a product range that includes seat belts, airbag systems, steering wheels, interior trim, fabrics, electronic equipment such electronic control units.
- Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd. As one of the world's leading suppliers of automotive and services, Hitachi Automotive Systems is developing and introducing new technologies to enable electrification and autonomous driving and a more connected approach.
- Mitsubishi Electric Corporation develops, manufactures, distributes and sells electrical and electronic equipment worldwide, including turbine generators, hydraulic turbine generators, nuclear power plant and power electronics equipment, motors, transformers, circuit breakers, gas insulated switchgears, switch control systems, switch control systems offers, Control and security systems, Transmission and distribution ICT systems, large display devices, locomotive and rolling stock electrical equipment, wireless and wired communication systems and others.
- Magneti Marelli S.p.A. is an Italian developer and manufacturer of automotive industry components. The company has 19 corporation centers, 86 production plants, 12 research and development centers and 26 applications in the main island of Italy.
Global Automotive Electronic Control Unit Key Issues Addressed
Recent Developments:
- In January 2021, Aptiv PLC launched its next-generation ADAS platform for electric vehicles and automated cars. Software-defined vehicle is enabled by Smart Vehicle Architecture, which reduces complexity and lowers total system cost.
- In December 2022, Chestnut Ridge, NY. Teledyne LeCroy in, is introducing the CAN XL Trigger, Decode, Mesure/ Graph and Eye Diagram oscilloscope software option to enable users to test, validate and debug automotive electronic control units and 10 Megabit-per-second in –vehicle network design.
Global Automotive Electronic Control Unit Company Profile
- Continental AG*
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Key Highlights
- Financial Performance
- Business Strategies
- Denso Corporation
- Delphi Technologies
- Robert Bosch GmbH.
- ZF Friedrichshafen AG.
- Autoliv Inc.
- Takata Corporation
- Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd.
- Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
- Magneti Marelli S.p.A.
“*” marked represents similar segmentation in other categories in the respective section
Global Automotive Electronic Control Unit Table of Contents
- Research Objective and Assumption
- Research Objectives
- Assumptions
- Abbreviations
- Market Preview
- Report Description
- Market Definition and Scope
- Executive Summary
- Market Snippet, By Vehicle Type
- Market Snippet, By Sales Channel
- Market Snippet, By Application
- Market Snippet, By Region
- Opportunity Map Analysis
- Report Description
- Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
- Market Dynamics
- Drivers
- Restraints
- Market Opportunities
- Market Trends
- Product Launch
- Merger and Acquisitions
- Impact Analysis
- PEST Analysis
- Porter’s Analysis
- Market Dynamics
- Market Segmentation, By Vehicle Type, 2019 – 2029, (US$ Mn)
- Overview
- Market Value and Forecast (US$ Mn), and Share Analysis (%), 2019 — 2029
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), 2019 – 2029
- Segment Trends
- Passenger Car
- Overview
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), 2019 – 2029
- Commercial Vehicles
- Overview
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), 2019 – 2029
- Overview
- Market Segmentation, By Sales Channel, 2019 – 2029, (US$ Mn)
- Overview
- Market Value and Forecast (US$ Mn), and Share Analysis (%), 2019 — 2029
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), 2019 – 2029
- Segment Trends
- Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
- Overview
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), 2019 – 2029
- Aftermarket
- Overview
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), 2019 – 2029
- Overview
- Market Segmentation, Application, 2019 – 2029, (US$ Mn)
- Overview
- Market Value and Forecast (US$ Mn), and Share Analysis (%), 2019 — 2029
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), 2019 – 2029
- Segment Trends
- Powertrain (Engine Control Unit, Powertrain Control Unit, Transmission Control Unit, and,Others)
- Overview
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), 2019 – 2029
- Entertainment
- Overview
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), 2019 – 2029
- Safety and Security (ADAS/ADS, ABS Control Units, and Airbag and Seatbelt Control System)
- Overview
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), 2019 – 2029
- Chassis Electronics
- Overview
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), 2019 – 2029
- Communication and Navigation
- Overview
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), 2019 – 2029
- Overview
- Global Market, By Region, 2019 – 2029, (US$ Mn)
- Overview
- Market Value and Forecast (US$ Mn), and Share Analysis (%), 2019 — 2029
- Overview
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- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), 2019 – 2029
- Regional Trends
- North America
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Vehicle Type, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Sales Channel, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Application, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Country, 2019 – 2029
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Vehicle Type, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Sales Channel, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Application, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Country, 2019 – 2029
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Russia
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Vehicle Type, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Sales Channel, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Application, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Country, 2019 – 2029
- China
- India
- Australia
- Japan
- South Korea
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Vehicle Type, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Sales Channel, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Application, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Country, 2019 – 2029
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Rest of Latin America
- Middle East
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Vehicle Type, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Sales Channel, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Application, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Country, 2019 – 2029
- GCC
- Israel
- Rest of Middle East
- Africa
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Vehicle Type, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Sales Channel, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Application, 2019 – 2029
- Market Size and Forecast (US$ Mn), By Country, 2019 – 2029
- South Africa
- Central Africa
- North Africa
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- Competitive Landscape
- Heat Map Analysis
- Company Profiles
- Continental AG.
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Key Highlights
- Financial Overview
- Denso Corporation
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Key Highlights
- Financial Overview
- Delphi Automotive PLC
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Key Highlights
- Financial Overview
- Robert Bosch GmbH.
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Key Highlights
- Financial Overview
- ZF Friedrichshafen AG.
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Key Highlights
- Financial Overview
- Autoliv Inc.
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Key Highlights
- Financial Overview
- Takata Corporation
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Key Highlights
- Financial Overview
- Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd.
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Key Highlights
- Financial Overview
- Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Key Highlights
- Financial Overview
- Magneti Marelli S.p.A.
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Key Highlights
- Financial Overview
- Continental AG.
- Analyst Views
- Section
- Research Methodology
- About Us
- Contact
FAQs
Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market is segmented into vehicle type, sales channel, application, and region.
Increasing multi-functionalities in vehicles across the globe is key driving factor for growth of the global automotive electronic control unit market.
Asia Pacific automotive electronic control unit market accounted for major revenue share of the global automotive electronic control unit market and is further anticipated to maintain its dominance over the forecast period.
Key players operating in the Automotive Electronic Control Unit Market includes Continental AG., Denso Corporation, Delphi Technologies, Robert Bosch GmbH., ZF Friedrichshafen AG., Autoliv Inc., Takata Corporation, Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd., Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, and Magneti Marelli S.p.A.