What Has Been The Evolution of the Automotive Glass Replacement Market in Recent Years?
The automotive glass replacement market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The size of the automotive glass replacement market has seen quick expansion in the last few years. It's projected to increase from $36.89 billion in 2024 to $40.7 billion in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3%. Factors contributing to the growth during the historical period include trends in vehicle ownership, older fleets, accidents and collisions, weather and environmental factors, insurance coverage and claims, as well as safety regulations and compliance.
How Will the Automotive Glass Replacement Market Size?
The Automotive Glass Replacement market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• In the forthcoming years, the automotive glass replacement market is anticipated to witness robust growth, expanding to $58.51 billion by 2029 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%.
This growth during the forecast period can be credited to factors such as the advent of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), improvements in glass material technology, urbanization, increasing traffic density, emphasis on vehicle aesthetics and customization, and raised safety and security consciousness. Emerging trends in the forecast period include a focus on heightened safety standards, advancements in glass coating technologies, the incorporation of superior materials, digitizing customer service and appointment bookings, and the proliferation of electric and autonomous vehicles.
Which Factors Are Boosting Growth In The Automotive Glass Replacement Market?
The growth of the automotive glass replacement market is predicted to be bolstered by a surge in automotive production. Automotive production refers to the large-scale manufacturing of identical car models for public sale. Higher vehicle production not only amplifies the production of automotive glass but also increases its replacement due to factors like wear and tear, safety norms, and more. For example, the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles (OICA), an international association of automobile manufacturers headquartered in France, reported that the worldwide automotive industry saw significant growth in 2023. The total vehicle production hit 93546599 units, a substantial increase compared to the 85016728 units manufactured in 2022. Thus, the expansion in automotive production is propelling the automotive glass replacement market's growth.
What Key Areas Define The Segmentation Of The Global Automotive Glass Replacement Market?
The automotive glass replacement market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product: Tempered, Laminated
2) By Vehicle Type: Passenger Car, Heavy Commercial
3) By Application: Windscreen, Backlite, Sidelite, Sunroof, Other Applications
4) By End Use: Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), After market Replacement (ARG)
Subsegments:
1) By Tempered: Side Windows, Rear Windows, Sunroofs
2) By Laminated: Windshields, Front Side Windows, Rear Windshields
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How Are Emerging Trends Reshaping The Dynamics Of The Automotive Glass Replacement Market?
In the automotive glass replacement market, technological progress is emerging as a significant trend. Prominent companies in this field are developing innovative solutions to reinforce their market standing. For example, in August 2023, Automotive Glass Experts, an American company that specializes in producing and installing top-quality automotive glass products and services, created a partnership with Inspektlabs Inc., another American firm known for its AI-driven inspection technology to improve evaluations of vehicles and properties. Through this collaboration, they plan to set up a sophisticated AI platform on their website to assess automotive glass damage with 98% precision, and permit users to schedule services and access comprehensive reports online. This forward-thinking solution improves user convenience, decision-making, and supports sustainability by minimizing avoidable travel and CO2 emissions. It introduces an ultra-thin gorilla glass which is fifty-two percent thicker on the outer ply, resulting in a windscreen that's both lightweight and sturdy. Furthermore, it provides enhanced resistance to chips, cracks, and breakage caused by stones.
Who Are the Key Players In The Automotive Glass Replacement Market?
Major companies operating in the automotive glass replacement market include:
• AGC Inc.
• Corning Incorporated
• Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd.
• Nippon Sheet Glass Co. Ltd.
• Compagnie de Saint-Gobain SA
• Xinyi Glass Holdings Co. Ltd.
• Central Glass Co. Ltd.
• Guardian Industries LLC
• Vitro S.A.B. de C.V.
• Pittsburgh Glass Works LLC
• Samvardhana Motherson Group
• Magna International Inc.
• PGW Auto Glass LLC
• Olimpia Auto Glass Inc.
• Shatterprufe Ltd.
• Taiwan Glass Ind Corp.
• Kaycan Ltd.
• Webasto Group
• Bent Glass Design Inc.
• Gerber Glass & Trim Co.
• Safelite Inc.
• S.I. Howard Glass Co. Inc.
• SecurGlass LLC
• Swift Glass Company Inc.
• The Pink Plumber
What Is The Most Dominant Region In The Automotive Glass Replacement Market?
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive glass replacement market in 2024. It is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the automotive glass replacement market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the automotive glass replacement market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
