Vehicle Radar Test System Global Market Report 2025

The vehicle radar test system market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $4.66 billion in 2024 to $5.23 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in autonomous vehicle development, need for accurate collision avoidance systems, consumer demand for advanced safety features, increasing integration of radar in vehicles, stringent safety regulations.

The vehicle radar test system market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.22 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to development of millimeter-wave radar, increased focus on cybersecurity, focus on real-time testing, environmental testing requirements, increased penetration of electric vehicles. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of AI and machine learning, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), advancements in automotive radar technology, multi-sensor testing, 5g connectivity integration.

The forecast of 12% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.2% from the previous estimate for this market.This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through increased costs of radar target simulators, anechoic chamber equipment, and test software imported from Europe and East Asia, slowing R&D in ADAS and autonomous driving technologies.The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The anticipated surge in the adoption of autonomous vehicles is poised to significantly propel the expansion of the vehicle radar test system market. Autonomous vehicles, capable of independent operation and environmental sensing without human intervention, rely on these systems to validate the functionality of radar sensors crucial for safety-centric applications such as advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving (AD). As reported in December 2022 by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, it is projected that approximately 3.5 million autonomous vehicles will traverse American roads by 2025, escalating to 4.5 million by 2030. Consequently, the increasing deployment of autonomous vehicles stands as a primary driver behind the growth of the vehicle radar test system market.

The growing concerns about road safety are expected to drive the growth of the vehicle radar test system market in the future. Road safety refers to measures and practices aimed at preventing accidents, injuries, and fatalities on roadways, ensuring safer conditions for all users, including pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, and drivers of various vehicles. Vehicle radar systems, which are equipped with radar-based advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) such as adaptive cruise control, collision avoidance systems, and blind-spot detection, play a key role in enhancing road safety. These systems provide warnings and automate dynamic driving tasks to help reduce accidents caused by human error. For example, in May 2023, a report from the Bureau of Infrastructure and Transport Research Economics (BITRE), an Australia-based organization, revealed that in 2022, there were 1,194 road crash deaths, marking a 5.8% increase from 2021. While national fatalities have remained largely consistent over the past decade, these statistics underscore the growing focus on improving road safety, which is driving demand for vehicle radar test systems.

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A vehicle radar test system is a comprehensive testing solution designed for measuring, analyzing, and evaluating the functionality, compatibility, and quality of radar sensors utilized in automobiles. This system ensures the accurate and effective performance of radar sensors under various conditions, both optimal and challenging.

The key components of vehicle radar test systems include Vector Signal Transceiver (VST), Variable Delay Generator (VDG), PXI Controller, and antennae. A Vector Signal Transceiver (VST) is a device capable of transmitting and receiving radio frequency (RF) signals. These systems are applicable to different vehicle types, including passenger cars and commercial vehicles, and operate across frequency bands such as X-band, K-band, and others. The primary applications of vehicle radar test systems include research and development, radar module manufacturing, and vehicle manufacturing.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sharp rise in U.S. tariffs and ensuing trade tensions in spring 2025 are placing significant strain on the transport sector, especially in areas such as fleet maintenance and logistics. Increased duties on imported commercial vehicles, tires, and engine parts have driven up operating costs for trucking and freight firms, forcing them to either raise shipping rates or accept lower profit margins. Airlines and maritime operators are also under pressure, as tariffs on aircraft components and shipbuilding materials have pushed capital expenditures higher. Meanwhile, retaliatory tariffs in key export markets have weakened demand for U.S.-manufactured transportation equipment, further squeezing revenues. To cope, the industry is turning to fuel efficiency measures, alternative supply sources, and greater automation to manage rising costs while maintaining dependable service.

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In April 2023, Emerson Electric Co., a leading provider of engineering solutions based in the United States, finalized the acquisition of National Instruments (NI) for $8.2 billion. This strategic acquisition is anticipated to bolster Emerson's automation capabilities significantly and open doors for expansion into diverse and burgeoning discrete end markets. Emerson's primary objective with this acquisition is to offer clients early-stage access to the design and validation phases of product development. Notably, National Instruments Corporation, prior to the acquisition, was a US-based firm specializing in automated test equipment and virtual instrumentation software, including solutions tailored for vehicle radar testing systems.

Major companies operating in the vehicle radar test system market report are Continental AG, Infineon Technologies AG, TDK Corporation, Autoliv Inc., KEYCOM Corp, Bureau Veritas SA, Keysight Technologies Inc., Intertek Group PLC, Advantest Corporation, Teradyne Inc., Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG, TUV Rheinland, National Instruments Corporation, Anritsu Corporation, Spirent Communications PLC, Teledyne LeCroy, Vector Informatik GmbH, Averna Technologies Inc., MVG-EMC, Konrad GmbH, CETECOM GmbH, ARCTOS Technology Solutions LLC, Anokiwave Inc., Roos Instruments Inc., NOFFZ Technologies GmbH.

North America was the largest region in the vehicle radar test system market in 2024. The regions covered in the vehicle radar test system market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the vehicle radar test system market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The vehicle radar test system market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing testing services such as type approval, certification, and inspection of the safety, usability, and quality of vehicles, systems, and components. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The vehicle radar test system market also includes sales of radar sensors, modules, and systems that are used in providing vehicle radar test services. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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