An automotive emergency call system (E-call) is an electronic system that is installed in a vehicle to automatically contact emergency services if the vehicle is involved in a crash. The system is prompted by sensors to detect a crash or accident or when the button is pressed by the driver. Then an emergency call will be sent to a call centre, giving the exact location of the vehicle. This can help emergency services respond more quickly, potentially saving lives. In addition, the system can be used to contact roadside assistance if the driver needs help with a broken-down vehicle.Â
Rise in awareness among consumers about the importance of such systems, along with the increase in government regulations mandating their installation, is driving the market growth. Governments are introducing strict regulations to equip vehicles with safety systems such as ECall. For instance, in 2015, the European Commission (EC) mandated that all new cars and light commercial vehicles in Europe be equipped with ECall systems from March 2018 onward. Therefore, to fulfil the safety requirements of vehicles, companies are introducing ECall systems in vehicles. For instance, Bosch launched ECall solution in India in December 2019.
Additionally, the automobile companies are launching new vehicle models with in-built ECall systems. Increase in number of sophisticated features being incorporated into these systems, such as the ability to track the vehicle’s location and send distress signals, is further boosting the market.Â
Technological Advancements in Automotive ECall Systems
Companies are investing heavily in research and development to create advanced ECall systems with enhanced features. The adoption of IoT by ECall system providers is expected to propel demand during the forecast period. For instance, u-Blox provides wireless and GPS-GLONASS receiver components for both ECall and ERA-GLONASS. ERA-GLONASS is a Russian emergency response solution for motorists in Europe and Russia, that is used with GLONASS, a Russian global satellite navigation system, on behalf of the Government of the Russian Federation. This system is equipped with GPS/GLONASS, 2G/3G components, and in-band modem capability. Â
Segment OverviewBy Type: The automotive ECalls market is categorized by type; standard ECall, third party service (TPS) ECall. The third-party service ECall means vehicle emergency call to the third-party service provider, which can be made either manually or automatically. European emergency calling regulation allows using the third-party service ECall system instead of standard 112-based system. However, this system needs to comply with some technical standards specified by EU regulations.
By Mode: The automotive ECalls market is segmented by mode, namely, manual and automatic.Â
By Vehicle Type: The automotive ECalls market is divided by vehicle type; passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and heavy commercial vehicles.
Regional OverviewEurope has a significant market share in automotive ECalls market, due to implementation of strict government regulations. In 2018, EC mandated the implementation of an emergency calling system in new vehicles. According to European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA), till 2020, more than three million e-calling-enabled vehicles were sold in Europe. Additionally, as of 2022, countries such as the U.S., Japan, Germany, Turkey, and South Korea, have reported the most car accidents according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). Hence, surge in number of road fatalities is increasing the adoption of ECall systems. In 2018, Japan implemented the D-Call Net, an advanced automatic collision-notification system, at more than 730 locations in the country. In 2019, three renowned automotive companies, namely SUBARU, Nissan, and Mazda, equipped their vehicles with D-Call Net system. This system aims to increase in the number of lives saved after car accidents with immediate medical and transportation assistance.
Competitive AnalysisCompetitive analysis and profiles of the major players in automotive ECalls market, such as Aptiv Plc, Continental AG, Denso Corporation, Infineon Technologies AG, Magneti Marelli S.p.A, Robert Bosch GmbH, STMicroelectronics NV, Telit, Thales Group (GEMALTO), and Valeo SA, are included in the report. This section includes the key financial metrics, operating segmentation, business description, geographical coverage, and recent developments by the company in the area of automotive ECalls market. There are some other important players in the market such as Panasonic Industry Co., Ltd., Telematix AG, Texas Instruments Incorporated, TRL, and u-Blox . The global automotive ECalls market is dominated by a few international players. However, small and regional players are coming up with new technologies and intensifying the market competition. This has led to competitive prices as well as an increase in the number of features and services being offered and benefitting the end consumer.Â
Automotive Ecalls Market Report Highlights
| Aspects | Details |
| By Type | - Standard Ecall
- Third party service (TPS) Ecall
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| By Mode | |
| By Vehicle Type | - Passenger cars
- Light commercial vehicles
- Heavy commercial vehicles
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| By Region | - North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)
- Europe (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, UK, Russia, Rest of Europe)
- Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Rest of Asia-Pacific)
- LAMEA (Brazil, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Argentina, Rest of LAMEA)
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| Key Market Players | Robert Bosch GmbH, Continental AG, Denso Corporation, Infineon Technologies AG, Magneti Marelli S.p.A, Thales Group, Valeo SA, STMicroelectronics NV, Aptiv Plc, Telit |
