An automotive heat shield is a component designed to protect automobiles from high heat exposure. It is essentially a thermal barrier that is carefully placed to reflect, absorb, or dissipate heat generated while the vehicle is in motion. It consists of heat shields installed beneath the hood, beneath the turbo, and beneath the chassis. They are made from a range of materials, including premium aluminum, stainless steel, and ceramics. They are often used in the engine compartment, exhaust system, under the hood, beneath the chassis, around the fuel tank, within the transmission tunnel, and on the firewall. They protect critical components, improve fuel economy, strengthen security, reduce noise levels, and extend the life of automobiles.
Global Automotive Heat Shield Market Driving Factors and Challenges
Drivers: Vehicle demand is increasing all across the world.
The rapid growth of the global middle class, particularly in developing countries, has resulted in more disposable income and more demand for automobiles. Furthermore, greater investment in infrastructure development activities to offer access to rural areas has resulted in increased demand for personal and commercial automobiles, which has resulted in an increase in automobile production. This heightens the need of heat shields in assuring the durability and dependability of these vehicles. These shields protect critical components from the harmful effects of high temperatures, improving vehicle performance and durability.
Challenges: The Automotive Heat Shield Market faces several obstacles as it strives to meet the changing demands of the automotive sector. One significant challenge is the increasing demand for lightweight materials in vehicle design to enhance fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. This desire competes with the traditional use of heavy and dense materials in heat shields, encouraging the development of revolutionary lightweight yet effective heat shielding technologies. Furthermore, the increasing electrification of automobiles poses a particular difficulty, as electric vehicles (EVs) usually generate different heat patterns than traditional internal combustion engine vehicles. This involves the adaptation and improvement of heat shields to the unique thermal characteristics of electric drivetrains.
Impact of COVID-19 on Global Automotive Heat Shield Market
The spread of COVID-19 is expected to have a substantial impact on the vehicle heat shield industry. The global manufacture and sale of new autos has ended; the entire ecology has been disrupted. OEMs must suspend production until lockdowns are lifted. Following the pandemic, there will be a significant decline in demand for new vehicles. As a result, they would have to adjust the production volume. Component production has also been halted, and small Tier II and Tier III enterprises may face cash issues. The automobile industry is highly capital-intensive and relies on periodic funding to continue in operation. As a result, the suspension of manufacturing during the outbreak and the ensuing decline in demand will have a significant impact on vehicle heat shield manufacturers.
Global Automotive Heat Shield Market Key Players:
The market study provides market data by competitive landscape, revenue analysis, market segments and detailed analysis of key market players such as; Autoneum, Carcoustics, Dana Incorporated, Elringklinger AG, Lydall Inc, Morgan Advanced Materials, Tenneco Inc, UGN Inc., Others.
Global Automotive Heat Shield Market Segmentation:
By Application: Based on the Application, Global Automotive Heat Shield Market is segmented as; Exhaust System Heat Shield, Turbocharger Heat Shield, Under Bonnet Heat Shield, Engine Compartment, Under Chassis Heat Shield.
By Material: Based on the Material, Global Automotive Heat Shield Market is segmented as; Metallic, Non-Metallic.
By Function: Based on the Function, Global Automotive Heat Shield Market is segmented as; Acoustic, Non-Acoustic.
By Product: Based on the Product, Global Automotive Heat Shield Market is segmented as; Single Shell, Double Shell, Sabdwich.
By Vehicle: Based on the Vehicle, Global Automotive Heat Shield Market is segmented as; Passenger Car, Light Commercial Vehicle, Heavy Commercial Vehicle.
By Electric Vehicle: Based on the Electric Vehicle, Global Automotive Heat Shield Market is segmented as; BEV, HEV, PHEV, FCEV.
By Region: This report also provides the data for key regional segments of North America, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa and Europe.
This study also encompasses various drivers and restraining factors of this market for the forecast period. Various growth opportunities are also discussed in the report.