Automotive Door Hinges Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Vehicle Type (Passenger Car and Commercial Vehicle), By Material (Steel, Aluminum, and Others), By Sales Channel (OEM and Aftermarket), By Application (Front Door Hinge, Rear Door Hinge, Tailgate Hinge, and Bonnet Hinge), By Hinge Type (Butt Hinges, Latch Hinges, Multi-leaf Hinges, and Strap Hinge), and Regional Forecast, 2024-2032

The global automotive door hinges market size was valued at USD 12.14 billion in 2023. The market is expected to grow from USD 13.25 billion in 2024 to USD 28.83 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 10.2% during the forecast period. The automotive door hinges market in the U.S. is projected to grow significantly, reaching an estimated value of USD 3,721.7 million by 2032, driven by the  surging adoption of safety features in automobiles and rising urbanization to influence the demand for private mobility in U.S.

An automotive hinge is a motorized bearing that links the automotive vehicle components, such as a trunk or tailgate, doors, hood, or fuel cap, to the automotive body. The automotive door hinges allow several operations, such as opening a door or hood at a definite angle to the vehicle body. The two automotive machineries connected by the automotive door hinges revolve relatively around a fixed axis of rotation. The market contains the production, sales, and distribution of various door hinges designed for vehicles, including cars, vans, and commercial vehicles. The global market is anticipated to grow sustainably due to increasing vehicle production and sales.

Automotive manufacturers reduced or temporarily halted the production in response to reduced demand for passenger and commercial vehicles during the COVID-19 pandemic. This resulted in decreased demand for door hinges used in new vehicles. The pandemic's economic challenges also reduced consumer spending, impacting vehicle sales. This factor negatively affected the demand for vehicle door hinges.

Automotive Door Hinges Market Trends

Integration of Light Weight Materials in Next-Generation Vehicles to Drive Market Growth

The increased focus from automotive market players toward reducing the overall weight of the next-generation vehicle has induced an additional demand for combining automotive components built from lightweight material. Combining lighter materials, which deliver more or less the same durability and safety, has additional benefits involving faster speeds, higher agility, and increased fuel efficiency. It decreases the power intensity required to move a vehicle, resulting in lower carbon emissions, ultimately contributing towards sustainability.

Aluminium hinges provide enhanced product life due to their high resistance to endure the force and provide higher durability. Moreover, aluminium's additional benefits involve low cost, higher rust resistance, and lightweight, making it highly suitable for vehicle door hinges. For instance, in 2023, Mercedes-Benz selected Edscha Holding GmbH to supply its door hinges for its E-class and 7-Series models manufactured in Germany and selling all over Europe. Similarly, in 2022 and 2021, Edscha Holding GmbH delivered its automotive door hinges for its A3 models for Audi and i4 and iX models for BMW, manufacturing in Germany. Thus, with major OEM players globally focusing on increasing vehicle efficiency and safety, implementing high-strength and lightweight materials for door hinges is expected to shape the market for automotive door hinges.

Automotive Door Hinges Market Growth Factors

Surging Electric Vehicle Production and Sales to Propel Market Growth

Automotive door hinges are highly essential components in automobiles. The door hinges allow vehicles (passenger & commercial) to open and close and hold them to the vehicle. The hinges are located where the door attaches to the frame. Therefore, a steady growth in electric vehicle production and sales is influencing the demand for high-quality door hinges.

Additionally, expanding electric vehicle models and types coupled with adopting technologically advanced battery systems to cater to the diverse consumer demands is fueling the adoption of door hinges and is expected to accelerate the automotive door hinges market growth. For instance, in February 2023, BYD added two new dealer corporations to its network in Europe. Motor Distributors Ltd (MDL) is active in Ireland and will offer BYD models at select locations, including Dublin and Cork. With whom BYD already works in Norway, RSA is a dealer with whom it will offer Chinese-made EVs in Finland and Iceland.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Shortage of Raw Material Availability and Price Fluctuation May Restrain Market Growth

The door hinges are made from various materials, including steel, aluminum, brass, and bronze. The fluctuation in raw materials prices, such as steel, aluminum, or specialized alloys, can significantly impact the overall production cost of automotive doors. Hence, due to material cost variation, manufacturers struggle to maintain competitive pricing in the market, resulting in reduced demand for door hinges among automakers and aftermarkets.

Hinges have long replacement cycles due to their strength and robust design compared to other imitated auto components. Therefore, cost fluctuation due to material cost variation influences customers to delay the purchase of the door hinges, significantly restraining the market growth in upcoming years. Moreover, OEM/manufacturers may consider substituting material or low-quality alternatives to mitigate the impact of rising material costs. This can affect the quality and safety of automotive doors, leading to consumer dissatisfaction or regular issues. This may hamper the market growth during the forecast period.

Automotive Door Hinges Market Segmentation Analysis

By Vehicle Type Analysis

Favorable Trends Associated with Electric Vehicle Production to Drive Passenger Car Segment Growth

By vehicle type, the market is divided into passenger car and commercial vehicle.

The passenger car segment holds the highest automotive door hinges market share and is anticipated to dominate during the forecast period. The segment’s growth is attributed to the increasing demand for passenger vehicles, including internal combustion engines (ICE) and electric vehicles (EV) globally.

The commercial vehicle segment holds the second-largest market share. Commercial vehicles often have multiple doors and may require heavy-duty door hinges, contributing to sustainable market growth during the forecast period.

By Material Analysis

Increased Cost-Effectiveness to Drive Steel Segment Growth

Based on material, the market is segmented into steel, aluminum, and others.

The steel segment holds the highest market share globally. The steel material provides safety, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturing compatibility. Material robustness enhances the safety of automotive doors by being securely attached, especially in the event of a collision or impact. The manufacturers majorly focus on passenger vehicle safety. Thus, development in safety concerns drives the market growth during the forecast period.

The aluminum material segment held the second-largest market share in 2023. The aluminum hinges are lighter than other types, and increasing demand for lightweight vehicles and recycled components drives the segment's growth.

By Sales Channel Analysis

Rising Adoption of Passenger and Commercial Vehicles to Boost OEM Segment Growth 

Based on the sales channel, the market is segmented into OEM and aftermarket.

The OEM segment holds the highest market share globally. The OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) is the primary supplier of door hinges to vehicle manufacturers (passenger and commercial) during vehicle production. Thus, integration into vehicle production allows suppliers to secure contracts for large volumes of door hinges, projected to fuel market segmental growth during the forecast period.

The aftermarket segment held the second-largest market share in 2023. The segment is expecting significant growth due to the wear & tear of hinges by each vehicle, and rising low-cost aftermarket services in every region and country are propelling the demand for aftermarket segmental growth.

By Application Analysis

Increasing Replacement Rate for Passenger Vehicle Hinges Augment Front Door Hinge Segment Growth

Based on the application, the market is segmented into front door hinge, rear door hinge, tailgate hinge, and bonnet hinge.

The front door hinge segment holds the highest market share globally. The front door hinges segmental growth is attributed to the high passenger vehicle replacement rate. The front door hinges are subjected to more wear and tear than other ones. Thus, aftermarket demand drives the market growth during the forecast period.

The rear door hinge segment held the second largest market share. Manufacturers and OEMs often invest in research and development activities to improve rear door hinge technology, such as hinge mechanism, Material, and durability. This development drives the market growth.

By Hinge Type Analysis

Increasing Adoption of Electric Vehicles Equipped with Butt Hinges to the Door to Drive Butt Hinges Segment Growth

Based on hinge type, the market is segmented into butt hinges, latch hinges, multi-leaf hinges, and strap hinges.

The butt hinge segment holds the highest market share globally. The butt hinges (forged, stamped, or profile version) are generally used inside door hinges for all vehicle types.

There is a rising demand for butt-side door hinges for electric vehicles, as this hinge type is mandatorily used for doors. Thus growing adoption of EVs is likely to drive the butt hinges segmental growth during the forecast period.

The multi-leaf hinge segment held the second-largest market share. The multi-leaf hinges are designed to distribute the load evenly across multiple leaves or links, making them more robust and durable. The growing use of these hinges for heavier vehicle doors such as trucks, SUVs, and others, accelerate the segmental growth.

REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Geographically, the market for automotive door hinges is studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World.

Asia Pacific stood at USD 5.89 billion in 2023 and will likely to dominate the market. Asia Pacific dominated the market in 2023 and is anticipated to continue its dominance throughout the projected period, with the fastest CAGR over the forecast period. The high automotive sales in the Asia Pacific region further propels the demand for door hinges in the region. The presence of a strong auto sector in emerging economies of Asia Pacific, such as China, India, Japan, South Korea, and others, is supporting the market growth in the region. According to the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA), automotive sales and production in China are higher than in any other country globally.

Europe holds the second-largest market share as the region is an early adopter of the new automotive door hinges and the second-largest manufacturing hub for vehicle components globally. Increasing environmental concerns and stringent automotive emission norms in European economies are influencing automakers to adopt electric vehicles to meet the demand for lightweight automotive door hinges, driving the market growth in the region.

The increasing adoption of personal/commercial transportation in the North American region fuels the demand for vehicle door hinges in the market.  Technological advancements in the region and higher vehicle sales, especially in the commercial vehicle (light and heavy commercial) segment, is anticipated to boost the demand for automotive door hinges for the efficient working of modern automobiles.

List of Key Companies in Automotive Door Hinges Market

Companies Focus On Product Portfolio and Sales Network Expansion to Drive Market Growth

Major players in the market include Gestamp Automoción, S.A., Aisin Seiki Co., Ltd., and MultiMate Inc. The vehicle door hinges manufacturers focus on the expansion of their product portfolio & sales network, and partnerships.

Gestamp Automoción, S.A. is one of the leading automotive door hinges manufacturers. The company focuses on research and development activities to develop new products with improved capabilities. The company is highly active in expansion and increasing its market presence in major automotive regions. The company has opened three facilities and signed a new production line in one of the largest automotive markets in the world, India.

List of Key Companies Profiled:

• Scissor Doors Inc. (Canada)


• Midlake Products & MFG. CO, INC. (U.S.)


• Dura Automotive System LLC (U.S.)


• Multimatic Inc. (Canada)


• Brano Group (Czech Republic)


• Eberhard Manufacturing (U.S.)


• ER Wagner (U.S.)


• Saint-Gobain (France)


• Aisin Seiki Co., Ltd (Japan)


• Gestamp Automoción, S.A. (Spain)


• Magna International Inc. (Canada)


• Pacific Industrial Co., Ltd. (Japan)


• Thai Marujun Co., Ltd. (Japan)


• Mizushima Press Kogyo Co., Ltd. (Japan)

KEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS:

• In March 2023, Magna launched its Smart Access power door system on the Ferrari Purosangue. The system includes Magna’s power door drive unit, Smart Latch with a cinch actuator, and motion control software Haptronik.


• In January 2022, Dura Automotive Systems LLC inaugurated about its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Alabama. The company adds one more high-tech manufacturing to its 31 sites worldwide, with this facility being North America's first lightweight manufacturing unit.


• In August 2021, Dura Automotive Systems announced its collaboration with Almac Co, Ltd, which will focus on manufacturing automotive-grade aluminum extrusions and components to enhance vehicle performance for lightweight and electric vehicle modules. The joint venture conducts business under the name Almac Dura Extrusions, Ltd.


• In May 2022, Edscha and Aditya Auto Products & Engineering signed a joint venture agreement. The two companies will cooperate on developing, manufacturing, and distributing hinge systems, door checks, latches, and parking brakes. Through the joint venture, Edscha secures direct access to the Indian market. With its location in Chakan, around 60 kilometers southeast of Mumbai and 20 kilometers north of Pune, Edscha is creating the prerequisites for direct and customer-focused supply, especially to Indian car manufacturers.


• In November 2020, Gestamp announced its third expansion in Tennessee to expand its operations in Chattanooga. The company has expanded greatly in the last decade. The company pledged an investment of USD 94.7 million for its new facility in America.

REPORT COVERAGE

The report provides a detailed market analysis and focuses on key aspects such as leading market players, competitive landscape, and type. Besides, the report includes insights into the market trends and highlights key industry developments. In addition to the factors above, the report encompasses several factors that contributed to the market's growth in recent years.

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