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Automotive Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) Market Trends

  • Report ID: GMI12833
  • Published Date: Dec 2024
  • Report Format: PDF

Automotive Kinetic Energy Recovery System Market Trends

The emergence of supercapacitor-based KERS systems offers faster energy storage and release capabilities compared to traditional batteries. This innovation enhances energy recovery efficiency, making it suitable for hybrid and electric vehicles. Supercapacitor-based KERS is gaining attention due to its lightweight design, long lifecycle, and ability to withstand high charge-discharge rates, positioning it as a game-changer in energy recovery technologies.
 

The adoption of flywheel-based KERS in motorsports and high-performance vehicles is driving innovation in the segment. Flywheel systems offer instant energy recovery and discharge, making them ideal for applications requiring quick power bursts. This trend is gradually transitioning to mainstream vehicles, indicating the potential for broader adoption in passenger and commercial vehicles.

 

The high initial costs associated with the development and implementation of KERS in vehicles present a significant barrier for its adoption. Developing advanced KERS components, such as flywheels, batteries, and supercapacitors, involves considerable R&D investment and manufacturing expenses, which increases the overall vehicle cost. This limitation makes KERS adoption challenging, particularly in cost-sensitive markets and low-cost vehicle segments. As a result, the high costs may hinder the widespread deployment of KERS, slowing its penetration into broader markets and restricting its growth trajectory.

Authors: Preeti Wadhwani

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The market size of automotive kinetic energy recovery system reached USD 8 billion in 2024 and is set to grow at a 6.8% CAGR from 2025 to 2034, driven by stringent emission regulations and rising adoption in hybrid and electric vehicles.

The all-electric segment accounted for 75% of the market share in 2024, due to its compatibility with advanced energy recovery systems, which enhance energy efficiency and extend EV range.

The U.S. market accounted for 83% of the revenue share in 2024, driven by stringent emission regulations, federal incentives, and the presence of leading automakers with advanced R&D infrastructure.

The key players in the industry include Advics, Aisin, Bosch, Brembo, Continental, Denso, Hitachi Astemo, Hyundai Mobis, Mando, and ZF Friedrichshafen.

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  • Base Year: 2024
  • Companies covered: 20
  • Tables & Figures: 190
  • Countries covered: 19
  • Pages: 170
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