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Automotive Fuel Cell Market Size

ID: MRFR//4476-HCR | 100 Pages | Author: Swapnil Palwe| May 2024

Technological advances, environmental concerns, and changing consumer tastes are causing extraordinary changes in the automotive fuel cell markets today. As a result, these factors have altered the landscape of market growth and distribution, as well as adoption of fuel cell technology for vehicles. Meanwhile, one of the leading drivers behind this market is increasing focus on reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and achieving sustainable transport ideas. These stringent regulations across nations worldwide which control pollution have driven automakers to explore energy alternatives like fuel cells.

Moreover, advancements made in fuel cell technology have significantly increased its efficiency while reducing costs making them more applicable for use in automobiles. Among other factors that have contributed to such developments include reduced prices for fuel components used in such cells like platinum catalysts coupled with innovations on hydrogen production and storage solutions. Consequently, automakers are investing more into advancing fuel cells so as to produce cleaner and highly efficient automobiles which can cater for environmentally conscious buyers.

Then there is also a crucial aspect that reveals how automobile firms are collaborating with energy companies to set up a strong hydrogen infrastructure; this shows what’s happening in market dynamics. Without the expansion of hydrogen refueling stations widely across the globe the use of fuel cell cars may not be realized soon enough. Infrastructure related challenges can only be overcome if there exist partnerships and alliances between vehicle manufacturers, governments and energy suppliers so as to enhance acceptance rates of FCVs.

Moreover, consumer behavior drives change dynamics within automotive fuel cell markets. While electric vehicles (EVs) have gained significant traction, they come with distinct advantages including better performance compared to their battery electric counterparts. In some instances when covering greater distances over an extended period such as when being used by commercial fleets; certain customers find it easier driving long range cars that take shorter time refueling over pure battery EVs.

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Report Attribute/Metric Details
Market Size Value In 2023 USD XX Billion
Growth Rate 34.1% (2023-2032)Base Year2022Market Forecast Period2023-2032Historical Data2018- 2022Market Forecast UnitsValue (USD Billion)Report CoverageRevenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and TrendsSegments CoveredElectrolyte Type, Components, Power Output, Fuel Type and Vehicle TypeGeographies CoveredNorth America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the WorldCountries CoveredThe US, Canada, German, France, UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and BrazilKey Companies ProfiledBallard Power Systems Inc. (Canada), ITM Power (U.K.), Hydrogenics (Canada), Plug Power (U.S.), Automotive Fuel Cell Cooperation (Canada), and Ceramic Fuel Cells Ltd (Australia). Delphi Technologies (U.K.), Doosan Fuel Cell America (U.S.), Nedstack (The Netherlands) and Plug Power (U.S.)Key Market OpportunitiesIncreases the demand for the fuel cell as a greener alternative to the traditional cellsKey Market DynamicsThe need for greener alternative for automobile fuel can impel

Automotive Fuel Cell Market Scenario:


The Automotive Fuel Cell market is projected to grow from USD 2658.4 Million in 2021 to USD 21873.71 Million by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) 34.1% during the forecast period (2023 - 2032). On the basis of the electrolyte type, the PEMFC (Proton-exchange membrane fuel cell) is preferred compared to the PAFC (Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cell). PEMFC produce near-zero emissions and thus aid in limiting the greenhouse gases substantially. PEMFC cells are lightweight, easy to install, highly portable, have a high power density, can be used in varying operating temperatures and are highly efficient. On the basis of the components, the power conditioner is widely used due to its constant power generation capacity. The fuel processor component requires constant monitoring and routine maintenance. 


On the basis of the fuel type, the hydrogen-powered cells are able to generate high power, and are small in size. The methanol fuel cells comparative to the hydrogen variety are easily available, easy to transport, generate low power and involve lesser costs. On the basis of power output, the 100-200 KW variety is the most widely produced, since it gives the highest output at a given cost.


Automotive Fuel Cell Market Key Players



  • Ballard Power Systems Inc. (Canada)

  • ITM Power (U.K.)

  • Hydrogenics (Canada)

  • Plug Power (U.S.)

  • Automotive Fuel Cell Cooperation (Canada)

  • Ceramic Fuel Cells Ltd (Australia)

  • Delphi Technologies (U.K.)

  • Doosan Fuel Cell America (U.S.)

  • Nedstack (The Netherlands)

  • And others include Plug Power (U.S.).


 


Automotive Fuel Cell Market by Segmentation


On the basis of region, the market is segmented into North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and Rest of the World. Asia Pacific region is expected to drive sales of the automotive fuel cell global market, making it a continually growing market. The governments of countries such as China, Japan and Hong Kong are encouraging the use of renewable energies backed with favorable policies to restrict the ill effects of global warming. North America region is taking steps to reduce the carbon footprint due to a large number of vehicles plying on the roads. The high demand for passenger vehicles and heavy commercial vehicles increases the demand for the fuel cell as a greener alternative to the traditional cells.


The automotive fuel cell technology is an attractive proposition for automakers, which helps them manufacture high energy cells capable of powering the automobiles. The fuel cells use either hydrogen or methane as the primary energy provider. Both these elements are cleaner sources of fuel, as against the conventional lithium-ion battery cells, which cannot be recycled. The lithium-ion battery cells pose the problem of disposal, thus impacting the environment considerably.


Several factors aid the growth of the automotive fuel cell global market. Firstly, the automakers are making conscious decisions to reduce the carbon footprint to compensate the large automotive sales. Secondly, governments of developed nations are taking concrete steps to reduce the global warming by turning to cleaner and greener alternatives of fuel. Thirdly, the conventional cell technology poses a considerable threat for the physical wellbeing of the user, if not handled with care. 


The report for Global Automotive Fuel Cell Market of Market Research Future comprises of extensive primary research along with the detailed analysis of qualitative as well as quantitative aspects by various industry experts, key opinion leaders to gain the deeper insight of the market and industry performance. The report gives the clear picture of current market scenario which includes historical and projected market size in terms of value and volume, technological advancement, macro economical and governing factors in the market. The report provides details information and strategies of the top key players in the industry. The report also gives a broad study of the different market segments and regions.

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