Automotive Active Hood Lifter Market Report 2025

The automotive active hood lifter market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.14 billion in 2024 to $1.25 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth during the historical period can be attributed to urbanization, the rise of electric vehicles, the increasing adoption of advanced vehicle systems, stronger legislative support, and reductions in insurance premiums.

The automotive active hood lifter market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.74 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8%. The projected growth in the forecast period is driven by expanding insurance benefits, rising demand for hybrid vehicles, increasing preference for vehicles with higher NCAP safety ratings, a growing focus on lightweight and efficient safety solutions, and the development of smart cities. Key trends expected during this period include advancements in sensor technology, integration of active hood lifters with ADAS, the adoption of 5G technology for faster response times, the incorporation of AI, and the development of lightweight materials.

The increasing concern for pedestrian safety is expected to drive the growth of the automotive active hood lifter market in the coming years. Pedestrian safety involves measures that ensure pedestrians can move safely and are protected from accidents and injuries on the roads. This concern has grown due to factors such as urbanization, increased traffic, and rising pedestrian fatalities. Automotive active hood lifters improve pedestrian safety by automatically raising the vehicle's hood when a collision is detected, reducing the impact force on the pedestrian and minimizing the risk of head injuries. For example, in September 2024, the UK Department for Transport (DfT) reported a 5.19% increase in pedestrian fatalities in Great Britain, rising from 385 in 2022 to 405 in 2023. As a result, the heightened focus on pedestrian safety is fueling the growth of the automotive active hood lifter market.

Companies in the automotive active hood lifter market are incorporating innovative technologies such as pyrotechnic systems to improve safety by deploying the hood quickly and effectively in the event of a collision. A pyrotechnic system uses controlled explosive charges to activate components rapidly during emergencies, such as inflating airbags or lifting a car's hood in a crash. In automotive applications, pyrotechnic systems help enhance safety by enabling rapid responses that reduce injury or damage. For instance, in November 2023, Tesla introduced the Active Hood safety system for the Model 3, designed to minimize head injuries to pedestrians and cyclists in collisions. The system, equipped with multiple front-facing sensors, detects impacts when the vehicle is traveling between 30 and 52 km/h and automatically raises the hood to reduce injury severity.

In May 2022, Vance Street Capital, a US-based private equity firm, acquired Carmanah Technologies Corp. for an undisclosed amount, expanding its traffic safety portfolio. This acquisition integrated Carmanah’s expertise in solar LED pedestrian and traffic safety systems, with a focus on innovative lighting solutions for pedestrian safety. Carmanah Technologies, based in Canada, specializes in providing traffic safety solutions that enhance pedestrian protection.

Major players in the automotive active hood lifter market are Toyota Motor Corporation, General Motors Company, Robert Bosch GmbH, Continental AG, Magna International Inc., Voestalpine AG, Parker-Hannifin Corporation, Emerson Electric Co., Autoliv Inc., SMC Corporation, Festo SE & Co. KG, Daicel Corporation, Beijer Ref AB, Enerpac Tool Group Corp., Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), ASTOTEC Automotive GmbH, Duff-Norton, SIPCO Mechanical Linkage Solutions, Aries Engineering Company Inc., and Burr Engineering & Development Company.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive active hood lifter market in 2024. The regions covered in automotive active hood lifter report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the automotive active hood lifter market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

An automotive active hood lifter is a safety mechanism designed to minimize pedestrian injuries during a collision by automatically raising the vehicle's hood upon impact. Equipped with sensors that detect a crash, the system activates actuators to lift the rear end of the hood, creating a cushioning effect to reduce head injuries. It is commonly integrated into modern vehicles to enhance pedestrian safety and comply with regulatory standards.

The primary types of automotive active hood lifters include mechanical and pyrotechnic systems. Mechanical active hood lifters utilize springs or levers to raise the hood during a collision, forming a protective space to lessen pedestrian impact. These lifters are used in both passenger cars and commercial vehicles and are distributed through various channels, including original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the aftermarket.

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The automotive active hood lifter market consists of sales of collision sensors, pressure sensors, hood hinges with lifting mechanisms, and accelerometers. 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).

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