The primary purpose of the automotive side view mirror is to offer the driver a clear view of all the objects to the side or at the rear of the vehicle. Side view mirrors perform a key a role in maintaining driver safety on the road. Advanced mirrors comprise a camera and screen, and do not have any glass in them. Two rear-facing cameras replace the traditional side view mirrors.
Rise in penetration of advanced vehicle side mirrors, globally, is attributed to an increase in technological advances in vehicle safety systems, which offer the driver a more detailed view of his surroundings. However, in traditional mirrors, visibility reduces due to rain and snow. Advanced side view mirrors provide an accurate view of the vehicle surroundings.
Key drivers of advanced vehicle side mirror market
Advancements in vehicle side view mirrors are likely to propel the global advanced vehicle side mirror market. Advanced features, such as heated mirrors, LED turn indicators, and electric control, were offered only in passenger vehicles. However, the number of electrically adjustable ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) installed in medium and heavy-duty trucks have increased over the last few years. Automotive OEMs are offering advanced vehicle management systems (ADAS) with electrically adjustable ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) in pickup trucks.
An advanced vehicle side mirror enhances safety by displaying illuminated signals on the side view mirrors and alerts driver about obstacles in the driver’s blind spot. The trend of offering such advanced features in side rear-view mirrors for trucks and cars is boosting the market.
Asia Pacific to hold prominent share of global advanced vehicle side mirrors market
Automakers are emphasizing on enhancing security and safety of vehicles in order to cater to a rise in consumer demand for safer and secure vehicles. The factors mentioned above drive the global market for digital side view mirrors; however, lack of stringent global regulations and vehicle standards is a key challenge for automakers. Absence of such standards fails to guarantee the life of side view mirrors. Rise in integration of advanced functions in electrically adjustable ORVMs is a key driver that is projected to boost the market during the forecast period.
Increase in demand for luxury cars in countries such as Germany, France, and Russia in Europe is boosting the market in the region. For instance, in 2018, Volkswagen and BMW sold 541,200 and 319,134 units of luxury vehicles, respectively, in Germany, which accounted for approximately 18% and 2.5% rise in sales, respectively, as compared to sales of 531,600 and 311,071 units of luxury vehicles, respectively, in 2018. Furthermore, presence of automotive giants, such as Robert Bosch GmbH, Ficosa Corporation, in the manufacture of side view mirrors is likely to drive the advanced vehicle side mirror market globally.
Key players operating in advanced vehicle side mirror market
The advanced vehicle side mirror market is highly concentrated owing to the presence of top manufacturers. A few of the key players operating in the global advanced vehicle side mirror market are:
Continental AG
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
Robert Bosch GmbH
Ficosa International
Magna International Inc.
Motherson sumi systems Ltd.
Continental AG
Murakami Corporation
Global Advanced Vehicle Side Mirror Market: Research Scope
Global Advanced Vehicle Side Mirror Market, by Vehicle Type
Passenger Vehicle
Hatchback
Sedan
MPV
MUV
SUV
Commercial vehicle
Light Commercial Vehicle
Heavy Commercial Vehicle
Global Advanced Vehicle Side Mirror Market, by Type
Interior Side Mirror
Exterior Side Mirror
Global Advanced Vehicle Side Mirror Market, by Features
Blind spot detection
Power control
Others
Global Advanced Vehicle Side Mirror Market, by Technology
Camera Based
Radar Based
LiDAR Based
Global Advanced Vehicle Side Mirror Market, by Mounting Location
Body mounted
Door mounted
Global Advanced Vehicle Side Mirror Market, by Product
Smart rear view
Conventional rear view
Global Advanced Vehicle Side Mirror Market, by Component
Sensors
Camera
ECU
Global Advanced Vehicle Side Mirror Market, by Autonomous Type
Semi-autonomous Vehicle
Fully autonomous Vehicle
Global Advanced Vehicle Side Mirror Market, by Sales Channel
OEMs
Aftermarket
Global Advanced Vehicle Side Mirror Market, by Region