The term "CNG powertrain" refers to a type of motor that burns compressed natural gas (CNG) instead of gasoline or diesel fuel. CNG burns cleaner and releases less harmful emissions than petrol and diesel. A traditional internal combustion engine running on petrol and a CNG powertrain are the same thing. The combustion method is the same in the CNG powertrain notwithstanding a few different parts. Before being burned in the cylinder to produce power, the gasoline is mixed with air. Unlike traditional fuel tanks, CNG required a tank that could hold petrol under high pressure.
Global CNG Powertrain Market Driving Factors and Challenges
Growing environmental restrictions and sustainability have been important market drivers for CNG powertrains. Because CNG emits fewer greenhouse gases and other pollutants than conventional fossil fuels like petrol and diesel, it is regarded as a greener choice. Governments and regulatory agencies have adopted more strict environmental laws over time to combat the detrimental effects of travel on air quality and climate change. These rules frequently contain emission standards that promote the use of cleaner technology and fuels. Because they adhere to these strict rules and have lower carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter emissions, CNG powertrains have become more and more popular. Additionally, the industry is anticipated to grow as a result of low operating costs, an abundance of natural gas resources, improvements in CNG powertrain technology, government incentives, and the construction of infrastructure.
However, several obstacles are preventing the market's expansion, such as the rising popularity of electric vehicles and their expensive initial costs. The market for compressed natural gas (CNG) powertrains has been significantly impacted by the growing move to electric vehicles (EVs), which has created a number of difficulties and barriers.
Compared to CNG-powered vehicles, EVs provide a number of benefits, such as fewer pollutants, less reliance on fossil fuels, and more energy efficiency. As a result, EV sales have been dropping while CNG powertrain popularity and demand have been gradually rising. The market for CNG powertrains is declining, and one of the key causes is the expansion of the infrastructure for EV charging stations.
Impact of COVID-19 on Global CNG Powertrain Market
The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in a global economic downturn, which had an effect on a number of industries, including the CNG Powertrain business, whose expansion is directly tied to that of the automobile sector. Early in 2020, major economies—particularly China and Japan, two major producers of passenger cars—were impacted by lockdowns and supply chain disruptions, which reduced production. Worldwide passenger vehicle sales for FY-20 were disappointing as a result of a substantial shift in consumer preferences. Vehicle production was further hampered by production facility closures and a smaller workforce brought on by social exclusionary policies. In addition, supply chain interruptions made it difficult to get raw materials, and growing inflation raised the cost of production.
CNG Powertrain 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; AB Volvo, Cummins Inc., Ford Motor Company, FPT Industrial S.P.A., Honda Motor Company, Hyundai Motor Company, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Robert Bosch GmbH., Volkswagen AG, Others.
Global CNG Powertrain Market Segmentation:
By Drive Type: Based on the Drive Type, Global CNG Powertrain Market is segmented as; All-Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive.
By Fuel Type: Based on the Fuel Type, Global CNG Powertrain Market is segmented as; Bi-fuel, Mono Fuel.
By Vehicle Type: Based on the Vehicle Type, Global CNG Powertrain Market is segmented as; Commercial Vehicle, Passenger Vehicle.
By Region: This research also includes data for 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.