Automatic E-Call System Market Size

Automatic E-Call System Market Size

Automatic E-Call System Market size was valued at USD 1.2 billion in 2023 and is estimated to register a CAGR of over 11% between 2024 and 2032. As vehicles evolve with enhanced connectivity and advanced software capabilities, the technology supporting eCall systems is also advancing. The shift from traditional IP or GPS-based mechanisms to modern Telematic Control Units (TCUs) reflects this progress.

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TCUs utilize V2X standards to wirelessly connect vehicles to cloud storage and other vehicles over mobile networks, offering more robust and versatile solutions. This evolution supports the seamless integration of advanced technologies, including self-driving systems, and ensures that eCall systems continue to benefit from cutting-edge innovations and regulatory advancements.
 

For instance, in April 2024, Continental Automotive in its important components for the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class, provided TCU as a safety component that ensures smooth data exchange with mobile phone networks and enables safety-relevant functions such as automatic emergency calls (eCall). Furthermore, eCall systems currently make use of 2G/3G circuit-switched cellular networks.
 

As these networks will be phased out in just a few years, emergency call systems (in-vehicle systems and infrastructure) will have to be adapted to the newest 4G/5G packet-switched cellular networks. With the planned shutdown of 2G and 3G networks by mobile operators between 2025 and 2030, it is crucial for manufacturers to upgrade existing eCall systems to ensure their continued functionality. The new regulations emphasize the importance of integrating packet-switched communication standards, which will allow for more efficient and reliable emergency response capabilities.
 

The growing evolution of technology has given rise to Next Generation (NG) based eCall. The traditional Circuit Switch (CS) eCall uses the older telephone network to establish a call between the vehicle and the emergency call center. CS eCall is considered due for replacement with the NG eCall, which is more advantageous and future-proof. The global transition to 4G/5G has been instrumental in the shift from CS eCall to NG eCall.
 

E-call systems in vehicles rely on continuous and reliable cellular connectivity to automatically contact emergency services during serious accidents. In areas with strong network coverage, such as urban regions, the system can quickly transmit critical data, including the vehicle's location and crash details, to first responders. However, in remote or rural areas with weak network signals, the system may struggle to establish a connection. This can lead to delays or failures in transmitting emergency information, which could slow down the response time of emergency services and potentially affect the outcome in life-threatening situations.