Automotive test equipment is used to execute quality control tests particularly to ensure effective vehicle performance. This equipment are utilized to test the impact on handbrake tension, the interaction between fuel and lubricant, and engine oil consumption to maintain vehicle performance with efficiency.

Market Dynamics

The increasing electric vehicle production and autonomous vehicle testing across the globe are primarily driving the market growth. The increasing electronic architecture in modern vehicles and technological advancements in the automotive test equipment sector is supporting growth. The rising stringent emissions norms to prevent environmental impact by vehicle emissions are additionally propelling the market value. Furthermore, increased demand for high-performance vehicles and analysis of real-time vehicle data and simulation testing is projected to create potential demand over the period. The growing demand for onboard diagnostic tools and monetization of vehicle data is further expected to provide potential opportunities over the forecast period

On the other side, the high cost of advanced technology equipment and lack of trained & skilled workforce for advanced test equipment are the factors likely to hinder the market value. 

Passenger Vehicle accounted for the major revenue share in the global market

By vehicle type, the passenger vehicle segment is leading the automotive test equipment market in 2019. The segment is also projected to maintain its demand over the forecast timeframe from 2020 to 2027. The segment is gaining growth on account of the increasing demand worldwide. The increasing need for advanced passenger vehicle features along with efficient working is accelerating the segmental market value.

PC/Laptop-Based Scan Tool segment has registered dominance in the Global Automotive Test Equipment Market

On the basis of application, the PC/laptop-based scan tool segment is dominating the global market with maximum revenue share (%). The segment is also projected to maintain its dominance over the forecast timeframe from 2020 to 2027. The features associated with the PC/laptop-based scan tool such as the capability to plot and log sensor data, calculate fuel efficiency and estimate horsepower and torque are supporting its growth in the global market.

The Asia Pacific is leading the Global Automotive Test Equipment Market with maximum share

In 2019, the Asia Pacific region accounted for the maximum revenue share (%) of the automotive test equipment market. The region is further anticipated to maintain its dominance throughout the estimated period from 2020 to 2027. The high demand and production of passenger vehicles in the region are supporting the market value. The major economies of the region including Japan, China, and India are major contributors to the regional market value. The changing lifestyle and increasing disposable income of people along with their emerging economies are boosting the demand. Moreover, the region is also projected to exhibit the fastest growth over the estimated period.

The prominent players profiled in the report include ABB, Bosch, Continental, Delphi Technologies, Honeywell, Horiba, SGS, Siemens, and Softing. The major players were involved in strategic developments for increasing the profit share in regional as well as global market. The major investments were announced for the technological advancements associated with the changing vehicle infrastructure and consumer demand.

Market Segmentation

Market By Product

Chassis Dynamometer

Engine Dynamometer

Wheel Alignment Tester

Vehicle Emission Test System

Market By Vehicle Type

Passenger Vehicle

Light Commercial Vehicle

Heavy Commercial Vehicle

Market By Application

Handheld Scan Tool

Mobile Device-Based Scan Tool

PC/Laptop-Based Scan Tool

Market By Geography

North America

• U.S.
• Canada

Europe

• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific

• China
• Japan
• India
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia-Pacific

Latin America

• Brazil
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America

Middle East & Africa

• GCC
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa