Automotive Fridge Market Report 2026

The automotive fridge market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.05 billion in 2025 to $2.23 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing outdoor recreation activities, rise in road trips and camping, increased commercial vehicle usage, early adoption of thermoelectric cooling, expansion of rv travel culture.

The automotive fridge market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.05 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rise in long-haul logistics demand, increasing adoption of hybrid fridge technology, growth in premium automotive accessories, rising demand for off-grid refrigeration, increasing vehicle electrification trend. Major trends in the forecast period include rising preference for lightweight and energy-efficient fridge designs, growth in multi-zone cooling features, increased durability and shock-resistance improvements, enhanced power optimization for long-haul travel, rising adoption of fast-cooling compressor technology.

The rising tourism industry is expected to propel the growth of the automotive fridge market going forward. The tourism industry encompasses the businesses and services that support people traveling away from their usual surroundings for recreation, work, or other purposes. The industry is growing due to increasing disposable incomes, which allow more people to afford leisure travel and explore international destinations. Tourism drives the use of automotive fridges, as travelers seek convenient ways to keep food and drinks fresh during long trips and outdoor activities. For instance, in January 2025, according to UN Tourism, a Spain-based specialized agency, approximately 1.4 billion international tourists were recorded in 2024, marking an 11% increase, or about 140 million more arrivals, compared to 2023. Therefore, the rising tourism industry is contributing to the growth of the automotive fridge market.

Key companies in the automotive fridge market are focusing on developing rapid cooling capability to enhance user convenience, improve food preservation, and maintain optimal temperature during travel. Rapid cooling capability refers to the ability of a refrigeration system to quickly lower the temperature of its contents, ensuring food or beverages reach the desired cold level in a short time while preserving freshness, preventing spoilage, and maintaining quality during transport or storage. For example, in July 2024, Zhejiang LiTHELi Technology Co. Ltd., a US-based manufacturing company, launched a car fridge that combines a backpack-style design with a detachable battery, offering ultimate portability and convenience. This innovative product allows users to carry chilled food and beverages easily on the go, whether during travel or outdoor activities. Its compact and versatile design ensures effortless transportation while maintaining optimal cooling performance. The detachable battery enhances flexibility, enabling use even away from a car power source, making it a practical solution for modern mobile lifestyles.

In May 2025, JoyJolt LLC, a US-based lifestyle brand, acquired Cooluli for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, JoyJolt LLC aims to expand its modern lifestyle home-essentials portfolio and accelerate growth by incorporating Cooluli’s innovative compact appliance offerings, leveraging Cooluli’s sleek, portable mini-fridges to complement JoyJolt’s kitchen and homeware business and provide greater choice and value to consumers. Cooluli is a US-based manufacturer of automotive fridges.

Major companies operating in the automotive fridge market are Thetford Corporation, Truma Gerätetechnik GmbH & Co. KG, Leonard Electronics India Private Limited, Norcold Inc., Ironman 4x4 Pty. Ltd., Koolatron International Limited, BougeRV LLC, Mobicool International Ltd., Vitrifrigo S.r.l., National Luna Ltd., Alpicool Inc., Engel Coolers, Whynter LLC, EvaKool Holdings Pty. Ltd., SnoMaster Pty. Ltd., Bushman, Euhomy LLC, Zhongshan Donlim Weili Electrical Appliances Co. Ltd., Shenzhen Yino E‑Commerce Co. Ltd., Colku Electric Appliance Co. Ltd.

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.

Tariffs are influencing the automotive fridge market by raising the cost of imported raw materials, compressors, and electronic components, leading to higher production and retail prices. The impact is most visible in portable and hybrid fridge segments, particularly across Asia-Pacific and Europe where suppliers heavily depend on cross-border sourcing. These tariffs can slow market expansion but also encourage domestic manufacturing and localized component sourcing, creating long-term opportunities for cost efficiency and enhanced supply chain stability.

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Automotive fridge is a compact, portable refrigeration unit designed for use in vehicles such as cars, trucks, RVs, and commercial fleets. It operates using the vehicle’s electrical system, typically through a 12V or 24V power source, to maintain food and beverages cool or frozen while on the move. These fridges are widely used for road trips, long-haul transportation, and outdoor activities, providing convenience and freshness during travel.

The key types of automotive fridges are portable fridges, built-in fridges, and hybrid fridges. A portable automotive fridge is a compact, mobile refrigeration unit designed to keep food and beverages cold while traveling in a vehicle, offering convenience and temperature control on the go. The power sources include battery-powered, electric-powered, and gas-powered options, and they are distributed through online stores, specialty stores, supermarkets, hypermarkets, and others. They are applied in recreational vehicles, passenger cars, and commercial vehicles.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive fridge market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the automotive fridge market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automotive fridge market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The automotive fridge market consists of sales of voltage regulators, auxiliary battery packs, battery management systems, accessory kits, and mounting brackets. 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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