Status : Published Published On : Dec, 2023 Report Code : VRAT4007 Industry : Automotive & Transportation Available Format : Page : 236
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Global Electric Commercial Vehicle Market – Analysis and Forecast (2025-2030)

Industry Insights by Component (Electric Motor, Hydrogen Fuel Cell, and EV Battery), by Range (0-150 Miles, 151-250 Miles, 251-500 Miles and 500 Miles & Above), by Propulsion Type (Battery, Plug-in Hybrid, Hybrid and Fuel Cell), by Power Output (Less than 100KW, 100-250KW, and Above 250 KW), by Vehicle Type ((Electric Bus, (Electric Van, (Electric Trucks, and (Electric Pick-up Trucks), by Cell Format (Pouch, Prismatic, and Round), by Battery Type (Lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP), Lithium-nickel-manganese-cobalt oxide (NMC), and others), by Battery Capacity (Less than 50kWh, 50-250 kWh, and Above 250kWh), and by Application (Last-Mile Delivery, Distribution Services, Field Service, Refuse Service, and Long Haul Transportation)

Industry Overview

At a CAGR of 24.6% Global Electric Commercial Vehicle, Market is predicted to grow and generate revenue of USD 2,418 billion by 2030 and presently the market is at USD 414.5 billion. The market growth is estimated to be inclined by the rise in demand for zero-emission vehicles, governments’ engagement, and automotive market key players’ moves towards electric vehicle manufacturing. The concern behind factors to participate in the growth plan of the global market of electric vehicles is to reduce its role in environmental pollution.

Electric Commercial Vehicle Market Highlights

OEMs are advancing their technologies to emit vehicle-generated emissions and introducing commercial electric cars including vans, buses, taxis, and trucks in addition to light electric vehicles. Asia-Pacific dominates the market in this regard and ASPAC segmented into China, India, Japan, and South Korea is attributed to contributing the highest to the global electric commercial vehicle market during the forecast period. Major industry players including BYD, AB Volvo, and VDL group are investing extensively in R&D to launch new pollution-free electric commercial vehicles in the global market.

Covid-19 Impact

The COVID-19 epidemic hit the market and presented difficulties for the whole automotive sector. Lockdowns in numerous countries restricted global automobile sales and impacted the whole supply chain. The COVID-19-affected global market for electric commercial vehicles is drawing increasing interest for its post-pandemic business dynamics. In the upcoming years, it is anticipated that the industry will progressively pick up the pace as businesses acquire impetus as a result of economic expansion.

Market Segment

Insight by Component

The Global Electric Commercial Market based on components covers the electric motor market, fuel cell market, and electric vehicle battery market. The electric vehicle battery market among all vehicle components dominates the electric commercial vehicle market with XX% share. The electric battery market is anticipated to expand significantly during the projected period and support the global commercial electric market growth plan of 2025-30. The Lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery and Nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) battery market will play a significant role during the forecasted tenure. The fuel cell market is also attributed to participating in the commercial vehicle growth plan and is predicted to have the strongest share in the forecasted CAGR.

Insight by Range

The electric commercial vehicle market is segmented based on range into three categories: 0-150 miles, 151-300 miles, and 300 miles and above. As it is employed in small trucks or vans for intercity or intracity transportation, 0-150 miles will command the market among all ranges. Additionally, commercial vehicles with a range of 300 miles or more will increase at the quickest rate in the electric commercial vehicle industry because of advancements in battery or motor technology.

Insight by Propulsion type

Based on propulsion, the global market of CEV is bifurcated into battery electric vehicle (BEV), plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), and fuel cell electric vehicle markets. The BEV currently holds the monopoly on the overall propulsion market and supports the highest eco-friendly car sales through subsidies and other financial incentives, and falling EV battery prices.

Due to many advantages over BEVs, including lower battery costs due to smaller battery sizes and longer driving range due to their internal combustion engine and liquid fuel tank, the PHEV is anticipated to see the quickest CAGR of about XXXX%. During the forecast period, the sector for fuel cell electric vehicles is also expected to develop at the highest CAGR. This market's explosive growth is largely attributed to rising consumer demand for low-carbon-emitting vehicles, stringent carbon-emitting morals, increasing focus on FCEV abandonment due to the advantages of quick refueling, and rising government enterprise and investments in fuel cell technology advancement.

Insight by power output

Based on range, the global market of the commercial market covers less up to 50 kW, 50-250 Kw, and above mile Kwh market. The mid-range (50-250 kWh) dominates the global CEV market and is expected to grow extensively during the forecast period. This segment has experienced rapid growth, which is primarily attributable to rising initiatives by top automakers to introduce potent electric vehicles, rising regulations to cut tailpipe emissions, rising adoption of electric vehicles in developed economies, and global government targets to phase out diesel vehicles by 2030.

Insight by Vehicle Type

The electric commercial vehicle market on the basis of vehicle type is divided into light commercial vehicles, e-scooters and bikes, two-wheelers, and passenger vehicles. In 2021, the passenger vehicle segment with the biggest revenue share dominated the entire electric commercial vehicle market. However, the biggest key player for this market segment to grow is the government. The government’s norms and investment supported the CEV market to step in and it is also anticipated to support the highest during the forecasted period. Additionally rising consumers’ interest and awareness of the E-vehicle segment is attributable to light commercial vehicles are expected to increase at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

Insight by Cell Format

The electric commercial vehicle market is segmented into the pouch, prismatic, and circular categories based on cell format. Due to its high energy density compared to other types, round cells are predicted to have the quickest growth in the market for electric commercial vehicles over the projected period.

Insight by application

The electric vehicle market is divided into three categories based on application: industrial, commercial, and private. The sector for commercial use is anticipated to develop at the highest CAGR shortly. Due to rising fuel prices, tough immigration laws imposed by governments, an increase in the number of independent delivery vehicles, and the addition of electric motorcars and vehicles, this market segment is expected to grow rapidly. The government-imposed strict emigration morals, rising fuel prices, the growing abandonment of independent delivery trucks, and the growing abandonment of electric motorcars and vehicles are all factors contributing to the segment's quick growth.

Global Electric Commercial Vehicle Market Report Coverage

Report Metric

Details

Historical Period

2018 - 2023

Base Year Considered

2024

Forecast Period

2025 - 2030

Market Size in 2023

U.S.D.  414.5 Billion

Revenue Forecast in 2030

U.S.D.  2,418 Billion

Growth Rate

24.6%

Segments Covered in the Report

By Component, By Range,By Propulsion type,By power output,By Vehicle type,By Cell Format,By application

Report Scope

Market Trends, Drivers, and Restraints; Revenue Estimation and Forecast; Segmentation Analysis; Impact of COVID-19; Companies’ Strategic Developments; Market Share Analysis of Key Players; Company Profiling

Regions Covered in the Report

North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and the Rest of the World

Industrial Dynamics

Growth Drivers

The market for electric commercial vehicles is primarily driven by the acceptance of electrification, falling battery prices, rapid uptake of electric buses and vans, government regulations favoring the demand for electric vehicles and the need for fuel-efficient vehicles, and government subsidies or tax breaks on e-vehicle purchases. Additionally, improvements in the automotive industry have sparked the development of economically viable electric vehicles for commercial use, raised consumer awareness of low maintenance and operating costs, and increased adoption of smart vehicle technologies like wireless connectivity, telematics, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), GPS, touch sensors, etc., all of which are supporting the market's expansion. Additionally, the global market for commercial electric vehicles is also expanding as a result of scientific advancements in battery technology that will lower cost and lengthen battery life as well as consumer preference for long-haul trucks. For instance, battery OEMs are doing R&D operations to enhance various battery pack kinds to lengthen their trip time.

Challenges

Several key obstacles that have been identified as impeding market expansion include a lack of charging infrastructure, variances in charging load, and a lack of standardization. For charging electric vehicles, several regions, including China, Europe, the United States, Japan, Korea, and others, have varied standards. To address this issue, certain electric vehicle manufacturers, like Tesla Inc., are concentrating on a worldwide standardization of the charging infrastructure. Nevertheless, it is projected that increasing the use of electric vehicles in the public and commercial sectors will propel the market.

Opportunities

The government is emphasizing electrifying the fleet of public transportation, and the growing demand for zero-emission cars in the logistics and e-commerce sector is offering attractive chances for OEMs to generate more income and expand their presence internationally. In addition, the market for electric commercial vehicles will see more growth as electric commercial vehicle usage rises in emerging markets. Over the past few years, wireless on-the-go charging technology has been developed. Although this technology is now quite expensive, it might be used in the ensuing decades. As sales are anticipated to rise quickly when this technology is used, it is anticipated to have a substantial impact on the EV market.

Industry Ecosystem

Players in the global commercial electric vehicle market are launching new products to take advantage of the market expansion. Furthermore, to lower the price of electric vehicles and compete with gasoline vehicles in terms of performance and price, industry companies are developing new battery technologies. Industry leaders are anticipated to dramatically lower the price of these commercial vehicles and enhance their performance during the projection period, resulting in widespread adoption. However, macroeconomic reasons such as the expanding freight traffic and the increased need for vehicles in the e-commerce and retail sectors in emerging economies will speed up the expansion of the electric commercial vehicle industry.

Geographical Overview

The region with the fastest growth is anticipated to be Europe. The European Union's ongoing efforts to enact stricter emission regulations, the increased focus on reducing the number of conventional cars, the extensive network of charging infrastructure in Europe, and rising investments in the development of sustainable road transport infrastructure that can charge electric cars while they are in use to lessen range anxiety related to electric vehicles are the factors attributed to the high growth of this region. The development of cutting-edge R&D and technology improvements for electric commercial vehicles primarily takes place in North America.

China, which has significant sales volumes for electric commercial vehicles, particularly electric buses, dominates the Asia Pacific market. India is anticipated to have a high potential market for electric commercial vehicles in the future due to favorable government laws and the increasing deployment of electric buses in public transportation fleets. The majority of the OEMs that dominate the global market for electric commercial vehicles are based in the Asia Pacific, particularly Chinese firms. Japan is essential to Asia-Pacific automobile technology. The Japanese market for electric commercial vehicles is anticipated to expand as a result of developments in technologies like FCEV and PHEV.

Recent Development by Key Players

General Motors collaborated with Autocar Industries, LLC, to produce zero-emission commercial vehicles. The new commercial vehicle will use GM’s HYDROTEC power cubes. Autocar has focussed on expanding its offering to customers by launching zero-tailpipe emissions solutions. General Motors and Autocar’s partnership will utilize hydrogen fuel cells to produce commercial vehicles.

Nissan and Mitsubishi collaborated to develop several electrified vehicles specifically for the United States market in a bid to minimize development costs in a time when the growth of all-electric vehicles has slowed and major manufacturers are looking to plug-in hybrids as a stopgap until EVs regain momentum.

Competitive Insight

Due to the presence of several market participants, there is intense rivalry in the global market for electric vehicles. The incumbent players place a lot of emphasis on innovation and the creation of new models and technologies to address their weaknesses and solidify their position in the global market. To increase their local footprint, several market participants are also funding EV companies.

Tesla, Inc. is an American multinational automotive and clean energy company headquartered in Austin, Texas, that designs, manufactures and sells battery electric vehicles, stationary battery energy storage devices from home to grid-scale, solar panels and solar shingles, and related products and services.

Daimler is one of the world's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer. Company offer light, medium and heavy duty trucks, city and intercity buses, coaches and bus chassis. Tailored financial services are also part of company's portfolio.

Furthermore, the auto industry has been driven to transition to battery-powered or electric vehicles due to increased initiatives from governments in numerous locations regarding environmental degradation from CO2 emissions. Companies use partnerships, joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions as part of their market position retention tactics. The leading manufacturers of electric commercial vehicles are Tesla, Daimler, Panasonic, Nissan, Proterra, ABB, BYD, LG Chem, Delphi, Samsung SDI, Continental, Toyota Motors, Nissan Motors, Lucid Group Inc., KIA corporation, Hyundai motor company, Hero electric, general motors, WM motors, Rivain, NIO, etc.

The Electric Commercial Vehicle Market report offers a comprehensive market segmentation analysis along with an estimation for the forecast period 2025–2030.

Segments Covered in the Report

  • By Component
    • Electric Motor
    • Hydrogen Fuel Cell
    • EV Battery
  • By Range
    • 0-150 Miles
    • 151-250 Miles
    • 251-500 Miles
    • 500 Miles & Above
  • By Propulsion Type
    • Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)
    • Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV)
    • Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
    • Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV)
  • By Power Output
    • Less than 100KW
    • 100-250KW
    • Above 250 KW
  • By Vehicle Type
    • Electric Bus
    • Electric Van
    • Electric Trucks
    • Electric Pick-up Trucks
  • By Cell Format
    • Pouch
    • Prismatic
    • Round
  • By Application
    • Industrial
    • Commercial
    • Private

Region Covered in the Report

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • U.K.
    • France
    • Italy
    • Spain
    • Russia
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia-Pacific (APAC)
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • South Korea
    • Rest of Asia-Pacific
  • Rest of the World (RoW)
    • Brazil
    • Saudi Arabia
    • South Africa
    • U.A.E.
    • Other Countries

Electric Commercial Vehicle Market Size

Source: VynZ Research

Electric Commercial Vehicle Market Analysis

Source: VynZ Research

Frequently Asked Questions

Limited supportive charging stations, in progress IC engine improvements, supplementary environment-friendly fuel products, oil companies promoting contrary to EV and huge development cost are the major challenges for the growth of the electric commercial vehicle market.
Tesla, Daimler, Panasonic, Nissan, Proterra, ABB, BYD, LG Chem, Delphi, Samsung SDI, and Continental are the key players offering electric commercial vehicle.
Acceptance of electrification, decreasing battery price, speedy acceptance of electric vehicle such as buses and van, government assistance for electric vehicles and requirement for fuel effectual vehicles are the primary growth drivers for electric commercial vehicle market.
The global electric commercial vehicle market is growing at a significant rate, due to mounting alarm about environmental pollution and government assistance for electric commercial vehicles. The market has witnessed a high demand for the electric bus due to speedy economic growth and promising government guidelines to limit emission.

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