Automotive Glass Market Research Report - Global Forecast till 2030

Automotive Glass Market Research Report Information By Type (Tempered and Laminated Glass), By Vehicle Type (Passenger Car, Light Commercial Vehicle and Heavy Commercial Vehicle), By Application (Windscreen, Sidelite, Backlite and Sunroof), And By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, And Rest Of The World) – Market Forecast Till 2030

ID: MRFR/AM/1513-CR | 102 Pages | Author: Swapnil Palwe | August 2019         

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Automotive Glass Market Overview:


Automotive Glass Market Size was valued at USD 15.2 Billion in 2021. The Global Automotive Glass industry is projected to grow from USD 17.57 Billion in 2022 to USD 36.54 Billion by 2030, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.58% during the forecast period (2022 - 2030). Rapid growth in the transportation and logistics sector has fueled the production of heavy-duty vehicles. Increasing disposable income and rising population are the key market drivers enhancing market growth.


Automotive Glass Market


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Automotive Glass Market Trends




  • Application of Smart Glass to boost the market growth




Smart glass is considered to be the future of the automotive sector. Research is being carried out to improve and make smart glass applicable in mainstream vehicles. This can be used for offering a head-up display in cars, akin to a helicopter’s glass cockpit. This will make available to all controls more comfortable and at the same time improve the car’s ambiance. The use of smart glass is likely to boost the car window market value over the forecast period.


Additional factors adding to the market growth include the rising use of sunroof glass in high-end cars, rising glass adoption, development of new iterations of glass design, technological advances in the auto industry, consumers' high living standards, increasing urbanization and industrialization, worldwide economic growth, and increase in production of electric cars.


The burgeoning demand for luxury cars is likely to offer robust opportunities to market players in the upcoming days. The demand for luxury cars will automatically boost the demand for car window glass. Expensive tempered glass is used in luxury cars to improve safety and their overall aesthetics. Therefore, such factors related to auto glass have enhanced the Automotive Glass market CAGR across the globe in recent years.


Automotive Glass Market Segment Insights


Automotive Glass Type Insights


The Automotive Glass market segmentation, based on type, includes Tempered and Laminated Glass. The Laminated Glass segment held the majority share 2021 of the car window market revenue. It is primarily due to its high demand for its use as windshields in vehicles as it offers better protection in case of accidents. Tempered glass, on the other hand, is widely used for rear and side windows due to its strength and ability to break into small, rounded pieces in case of breakage.


Automotive Glass Vehicle Type Insights


The Automotive Glass market segmentation, based on vehicle type, includes Passenger Cars, Light Commercial Vehicles, and Heavy Commercial vehicles. The passenger car segment is dominating. The increasing number of vehicle sales, coupled with the rising demand for comfort and safety features, has boosted the growth of the passenger car segment in the car window market. Light Commercial Vehicles and Heavy Commercial Vehicles also contribute to the market growth, as they require high-quality glass for better visibility and protection.


Automotive Glass Application Insights


Based on application, the Automotive Glass market segmentation includes Windscreens, Sidelite, Backlite, and Sunroofs. The Windscreen segment dominated the market in 2021 and is expected to continue its dominance due to its critical role in providing visibility and protection to vehicle occupants. These all factors for auto glass positively impact the market growth.


Figure 2: Automotive Glass Market, by Vehicle Type, 2021 & 2030 (USD Billion)


Automotive Glass Market, by Vehicle Type, 2021 & 2030


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Automotive Glass Regional Insights


By region, the study provides market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World. The APAC region will dominate the market over the forecast period. The abundance of economic resources to assemble and manufacture automotive parts in India and China, the presence of established glass manufacturing players, increasing R&D capacities, and the presence of several new production plants in China to cater to the growing needs for electric cars are adding to the market growth in the region.


Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The U.S., Canada, Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil


Figure 3: Automotive Glass Market Share By Region 2021 (%)


Automotive Glass Market Share By Region 2021


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Europe’s Automotive Glass market accounts for the second-largest market share. The demand for electric vehicles, innovations, favorable government policies, and new plants, preference for sustainable cars, the mature and vast market for auto component and automobile production, favorable policies that are implemented by the EU government, strict government regulations with regards to driver and passenger safety, demand for hybrid cars with manufacturers focusing on sustainability, and the growing sales of luxury cars with the demand for sunroofs and wide angle windshields are adding to the market size in the region. Further, the Germany Automotive Glass market held the largest market share, and the UK Automotive Glass market was the fastest-growing market in the European region.


North America, Automotive Glass market, is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2022 to 2030. Increasing production and sale of commercial cars, presence of a large base of automotive manufacturers, rise in the demand for automotive OEMS, demand for auto glass, and increased incorporation of ADAS systems by automotive OEMs with the frequent launch of new-age technologies like HUD applications and smart glass for temperature control are adding to the market growth in the region. Moreover, the U.S. Automotive Glass market held the largest market share, and the Canada Automobile Glass market was the fastest-growing market in the North American region.


Automotive Glass Key Market Players & Competitive Insights


Major market players are spending a lot of money on R&D to increase their product lines, which will help the Auto Glass market grow even more. Market participants are also taking a range of strategic initiatives to grow their worldwide footprint, with key market developments such as new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, increased investments, and collaboration with other organizations. Competitors in the tempered glass industry must offer cost-effective items to expand and survive in an increasingly competitive and rising market environment.


The major market players are investing a lot of money in R&D to expand their product lines, which will spur further market growth for car window. With significant market development like new product releases, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, increased investments, and collaboration with other organizations, market participants are also undertaking various strategic activities to expand their presence. To grow and thrive in a market climate that is becoming more competitive and growing, competitors in the tempered glass industry must offer affordable products.


Manufacturing locally to cut operating costs is one of the main business tactics manufacturers use in the Automotive Glass industry to benefit customers and expand the market sector. The vehicle Glass market has recently given medicine some of the most important advantages. Major Vehicle glass market players, including Shatterprufe, Olimpia Auto Glass Inc., Saint S.A., Central Glass Co. Ltd, Asahi Glass Co., Ltd, Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd, Guardian Industries Corp, Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited, Cadillac Celestiq, S.A.B. de C.V., and Nippon Sheet Glass Co. Ltd, and others, are attempting to increase market demand by funding R&D initiatives.


Shatterprufe is a company that specializes in the manufacture of car window for the local and international markets. Shatterprufe offers a wide range of products including windscreens, sidelines, backlights, and sunroofs for various types of vehicles, including passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and heavy commercial vehicles. The company is known for its high-quality products, innovative technologies, and commitment to customer satisfaction.


Olimpia Auto Glass Inc is a leading manufacturer and supplier of car window products. Olimpia Auto Glass offers a wide range of products including windscreens, sidelites, backlites, and sunroofs for various types of vehicles, including passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and heavy commercial vehicles. The company is known for its high-quality products, advanced technologies, and exceptional customer service. Olimpia Auto Glass operates in the domestic and international markets, with a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia.


List of the Key Companies in the Automotive Glass market includes



  • Shatterprufe

  • Olimpia Auto Glass Inc.

  • Saint S.A.

  • Central Glass Co. Ltd

  • Asahi Glass Co., Ltd

  • Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd

  • Guardian Industries Corp

  • Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited

  • Cadillac Celestiq

  • A.B. de C.V.

  • Nippon Sheet Glass Co. Ltd among others


Automotive Glass Industry Developments


January 2021: GM has recently announced about its new electric car, Cadillac Celestiq, that will come with a smart glass roof.


Automotive Glass Market Segmentation


Automotive Glass Type Outlook



  • Tempered

  • Laminated Glass


Automotive Glass Vehicle Type Outlook



  • Passenger Cars

  • Light Commercial Vehicles

  • Heavy Commercial Vehicles


Automotive Glass Application Outlook



  • Windscreen

  • Sidelite

  • Backlite

  • Sunroof


Automotive Glass Regional Outlook



  • North America

    • US

    • Canada



  • Europe

    • Germany

    • France

    • UK

    • Italy

    • Spain

    • Rest of Europe



  • Asia-Pacific

    • China

    • Japan

    • India

    • Australia

    • South Korea

    • Australia

    • Rest of Asia-Pacific



  • Rest of the World

    • Middle East

    • Africa

    • Latin America



Report Scope:

Report Attribute/Metric Details
Market Size 2021 USD 15.2 Billion
Market Size 2022 USD 17.5 Billion
Market Size 2030 USD 36.5 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) 9.58% (2022-2030)
Base Year 2021
Market Forecast Period 2022-2030
Historical Data 2018 & 2020
Market Forecast Units Value (USD Million)
Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
Segments Covered Type, Vehicle Type, Application, and Region
Geographies Covered North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of the World
Countries Covered The U.S, Canada, Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil
Key Companies Profiled Shatterprufe, Olimpia Auto Glass Inc., Saint S.A., Central Glass Co. Ltd, Asahi Glass Co., Ltd, Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd, Guardian Industries Corp, Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited, Vitro, S.A.B. de C.V., and Nippon Sheet Glass Co. Ltd
Key Market Opportunities Demand for Luxury Cars to Offer Robust Opportunities
Key Market Dynamics Application of Smart Glass to Bolster Market Growth




Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The Automotive Glass market size was valued at USD 15.2 Billion in 2021.

The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.58% during the forecast period, 2022-2030.

Asia Pacific had the largest share in the Automotive Glass market.

The key players in the market are Shatterprufe, Olimpia Auto Glass Inc., Saint S.A., Central Glass Co. Ltd, Asahi Glass Co., Ltd, Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd, Guardian Industries Corp, Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited, Vitro, S.A.B. de C.V., and Nippon Sheet Glass Co. Ltd.

The laminated glass category dominated the market in 2021.

The wind screen had the largest share in the market for Automotive Glass.

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