Automotive emission analyzer market

The global automotive emission analyzer market is estimated at US$ 458.6 million in 2023, and is expected to exhibit a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 8.5% from 2023 to 2030.

The emission analyzer is an instrument used to measure carbon monoxide and other hazardous gases which is being caused by the incorrect combustion. The exhaust gases includes oxygen which indicates that the combustion of the mixture is imperfect, resulting in contaminant gases. Carbon monoxide sensors are used to assess the CO amount during vehicle safety test. The automobile industry is expected to face challenges due to stringent regulatory norms related to safety and emissions. Government rules and regulations, which aim to limit hazardous releases from vehicles are major factors that are expected to drive revenue growth of the global market.

Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market - Regional Insights

On the basis of region, the global automotive emission analyzer market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, and Middle East and Africa.

Asia-Pacific dominates the automotive emission analyzer market in terms of market share and market revenue during the forecast period. This is attributed to increasing demand for automobiles, rapid urbanization, and introduction and implementation of numerous initiatives. In addition, high investments in R&D activities along with a rising focus on safety and comfort in countries in the region. Moreover, Economic growth in developing countries such as India, China, and South Korea is one of the major factors driving the demand for automotive emission analyzers.

The market in North America and Europe is estimated to show leading revenue share, owing to wide adoption of vehicle emission devices and equipment, along with stringent rules, norms and regulations. Moreover, the presence of a large number of market players, OEMs, software developers, and service providers, giving a new way for growth of the target market.

  Figure 1. Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market Share (%), By Region, 2022

Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market - Impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

The operations and supply chain of the global automotive emission analyzer market was negatively impacted due to lockdowns imposed by several governments to battle with the COVID-19 pandemic. Finished stocks of automotive exhaust analyzers that are stuck in the inventories are waiting to be shipped for deliveries. Also, maintenance and service were impacted badly due to unavailability of staff. The market is poised to remain stagnant in majority of regions till the pandemic ends. Due to restrictions by governments on the operation of majority of industries like automobile, transport and manufacturing industries of non-essentials, the demand for automotive exhaust analyzers got hampered. However, a slow and steady recovery can be expected in the automotive emission analyzer market over the forecast duration as soon as the pandemic effects fade away.

Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market - Drivers

Stringent Emission Standards

Governments around the world are imposing stringent emission regulations to curb air pollution and reduce the environmental impact of vehicles. Automotive emission analyzers play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with these regulations. The increasing adoption of emission standards, such as Euro 6, EPA Tier 3, and China 6, is driving the demand for emission analyzers. For Instance, In 2020, the European Union implemented the Euro 6d emission standards, which imposed even stricter limits on pollutant emissions from vehicles. These standards required automakers to comply with stringent emission thresholds for nitrogen oxides (NOx), particulate matter (PM), and other pollutants. The implementation of Euro 6d created a surge in the demand for advanced automotive emission analyzers capable of accurately measuring and analyzing emissions to ensure compliance with the new standards.

Growing Automotive Industry

The automotive industry is experiencing steady growth globally, with increasing vehicle production and sales. As the number of vehicles on the road continues to rise, there is a greater need for emission testing and compliance. Automotive emission analyzers are essential tools for automotive manufacturers, service centers, and regulatory bodies to ensure that vehicles meet the required emission standards, which fuels the demand for these analyzers.

For Instance, In 2020 and 2021, there was a substantial growth in the global electric vehicle market. As countries around the world pushed for the adoption of electric vehicles to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainability, the production and sales of electric vehicles experienced significant growth. This expansion in the EV market created a need for advanced emission analyzers specifically designed to test and analyze the emissions of electric vehicles. These analyzers help ensure that electric vehicles comply with emission standards, including measuring the emissions generated during the charging process or assessing the environmental impact of the electricity used for charging.

Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market - Opportunities

Growing adoption of advanced technologies

Measuring and detecting emissions of gases have become very significant in the automotive industry, but both equipment failed to find out that from where the emissions are coming So, to stop the losses which has caused by unwanted emissions, it is necessary for manufacturers to generate a sensor technology which can meet with these requirement and collect the complete information about different types of gases.

Furthermore, advancements in Internet of Things (IoT) are anticipated to play a vital role in figuring out how to exactly detect the emissions in the vehicles.

Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market - Trends

Increasing shift towards electric vehicles

The growing adoption of Electric Vehicles (EVs) is impacting the global automotive emission analyzer market. As EVs produce zero tailpipe emissions, traditional exhaust emission analyzers are not applicable. This trend is driving the development of specialized analyzers for electric vehicle emissions, including measuring powertrain efficiency and battery performance. Additionally, the shift towards EVs is also driving the demand for emission analyzers used in the production and testing of EV components and infrastructure.

Integration of Connected and IoT Technologies

The automotive industry is witnessing a rapid integration of connected and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. This integration is extending to automotive emission analyzers as well. Manufacturers are incorporating wireless connectivity features in analyzers to enable remote monitoring, data analysis, and real-time reporting. Connected emission analyzers provide convenience, enhance productivity, and enable proactive maintenance and compliance monitoring.

Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market - Restraints

High Cost of Emission Analyzers

Automotive emission analyzers can be costly, especially those equipped with advanced features and technologies. The high cost of these analyzers can pose a challenge for small and medium-sized businesses, independent garages, and emerging economies with budget constraints. The initial investment required for purchasing and maintaining emission analyzers can deter some market participants, limiting their adoption and market penetration.

Complexity of Emission Regulations

Emission regulations and standards vary across countries and regions, which can create complexity for both manufacturers and users of emission analyzers. Compliance with different regulations requires analyzers to be adaptable and capable of measuring various emission parameters. This complexity can lead to confusion and additional costs for manufacturers and regulatory agencies, affecting the overall market growth.

Figure 2. Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market Share (%), By Type, 2022 

Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market - Segmentation

The global automotive emission analyzer market report is segmented based on Type, Technology, Application, End-use and region.

Based on type, the market is segmented into stationary and portable.

Based on technology, the market is segmented into Non-Dispersive Infrared (NDIR) Insurance, Fourier Transformation Infrared (FTIR), Chemiluminescence Analyzer (CLA), Constant Volume Sampler(CVS), Condensation Particle Counter, and Flame Ionization Detector.

Based on application, the market is segmented into compliance testing, emission based, maintenance and control, and general testing and tuning.

Based on end-use, the market is segmented into automobile and component manufacturer, automobile service factory, and government agency.

Based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa.

Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market: Key Developments

In January 2020, SDMyers, (Transformer Maintenance and Testing) announced a new working relationship with Camlin Power, a remote transformer monitoring equipment manufacturer. Through this move, the latest 5- and 9-gas monitoring technology were introduced. This helped the company to expand its presence in North America.

In September 2021, HORIBA, (Japanese manufacturer of precision instruments for measurement and analysis) launched STARS VETS, its vehicle emission test automation software for Windows 10 64 bit Operating System. This product is a part of HORIBA’s STARS Automation platform, which allows better test cell usability and efficiency to improve its consumers’ productivity.

In December 2021, ABB collaborated with Amazon Web Services (AWS). This collaboration boosted the adoption of new and sustainable technologies in the mining sectir, which would show reliability, effectiveness, and scalability as mining operators shift towards net-zero emissions

Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market: Key Company Insights

The key players operating in the global automotive emission analyzer market are Horiba, Ltd., AVL, Fuji Electric Co. Ltd., ECOM America, Ltd., Enerac Inc., E Instruments International, LLC, Foshan Nanhua Instrument Co., Ltd., EMS Emission System, Inc., and Robert Bosch Gmbh.

*Definition: Automotive emission analyzer is also known as automotive exhaust gas analyzer or exhaust carbon emission analyzer, is an instrument which measures emitting carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbon (HC), and nitrogen oxide (NO), among other gases from the engine. 

Detailed Segmentation:

• Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market, By Type:
  • Stationary
  • Portable
• Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market, By Technology:
  • Non-Dispersive Infrared (NDIR) Insurance
  • Fourier Transformation Infrared (FTIR)
  • Chemiluminescence Analyzer (CLA)
  • Constant Volume Sampler(CVS)
  • Condensation Particle Counter
  • Flame Ionization Detector
  • Others
• Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market, By Application:
  • Compliance Testing
  • Emission based Maintenance and Control
  • General Testing and Tuning
•     Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market, By End-use:
  • Automobile and Component Manufacturer
  • Automobile Service Factory
  • Government Agency
• Global Automotive Emission Analyzer Market, By Region
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East and Africa