Our latest report provides a comprehensive analysis of the automotive sector's transition to the advanced brake-by-wire technologies, highlighting technological advancements, key markets, major suppliers, and automakers planning to implement these systems in future vehicles.

CES 2026 marked a clear shift in the automotive industry’s priorities. With demand for EVs softening and regulatory and cost pressures mounting, automakers and suppliers used the CES tech conference to emphasize automotive technology like artificial intelligence (AI) rather than electrification. Their focus moved to so-called physical and context-aware AI—systems that interpret real-world conditions in real time—positioning cars as software-defined vehicles rather than fixed hardware.

Our new report, Advancing Suspension Technology - Market Analysis, delivers a detailed analysis of the latest developments in automotive suspension technology and the market, providing key insights into adaptive dampers, various roll control types, regional trends, and the supplier landscape.

Review all the highlights from IAA Mobility 2025 held in Munich, Germany.

Our latest report offers an in-depth analysis of how the automotive industry is gearing up to adopt the most advanced braking technology: brake-by-wire systems, which offer tremendous potential to improve driving safety and comfort. It covers key progress in technology development, major markets, key suppliers working on this technology, and automakers who are set to introduce this technology in their next-generation vehicles.

This report delves into the dynamic landscape of the automotive startup ecosystem, analyzing trends and innovations from a dataset of 2,250 global startups. It highlights the significant roles of software-defined vehicles and autonomous driving technologies, alongside investment patterns and OEM partnerships that are shaping the future of mobility.

The biennial Auto Shanghai 2025 has emerged as a showcase for an array of technologies that blend hardware with software, effectively blurring the lines of traditional automotive classifications. Over the last decade, the event has matured into a pivotal global stage for both local debuts and international launches.

Our latest report on "Transforming power steering: Embracing the by-wire revolution" offers an in-depth analysis of the steer-by-wire (SBW) system, its key markets, major growth drivers, and key challenges that the technology faces in wider fitment in vehicles. The report also analyzes key suppliers leading SBW system development and commercialization as well as key automakers that are getting ready to launch this technology in their next-generation vehicles.

A comprehensive plan that outlines how an organization will manage its supply chain operations to achieve its business objectives. It includes decisions related to sourcing, production, logistics, inventory management and distribution. The strategy aims to optimize efficiency, reduce costs and improve quality. Key elements include supplier selection, technology integration, risk management and sustainability practices.

The sentiment surrounding automotive technology at CES 2025 earlier this month was a mix of excitement and caution. Innovations in artificial intelligence (AI), electrification and vehicle autonomy stole the limelight, reimagining mobility and highlighting advancements in both user experience and operational efficiency. Scalable and modular AI, machine learning (ML) and extended reality (XR) applications are being increasingly harnessed to enrich the in-car experience, from content personalizati...

The automotive suspension market is undergoing a significant transformation driven by technological advancements and evolving consumer preferences. As vehicles become more sophisticated, the demand for enhanced ride comfort, safety and performance has led to innovations in suspension systems, particularly in dampers and stabilizer bars.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the strategies adopted by leading chassis component suppliers in the global automotive industry. It examines how suppliers are navigating the evolving market landscape, driven by trends such as electrification, autonomous driving, and sustainability.

The report examines steer-by-wire technology’s role in advancing autonomous driving, detailing its evolution, benefits, and challenges. It covers market drivers, outlook, key OEMs, and major suppliers.

This report examines market drivers, evaluates current and emerging technologies, and forecasts future market conditions for brake-by-wire systems. It also assesses original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers, focusing on their market positions, competitive landscapes, and growth opportunities.

This report examines the evolution of advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) technologies and their impact on the automotive industry, broken down into 11 vehicle domains for better understanding.

Overview of published global safety-related automotive-type approval standards, regulations and legal acts that impact the design and development of chassis systems, i.e., braking, steering and tire systems.

Dive into the pulse of the caliper market with our tracker. This data tracker serves as a vital resource for understanding market dynamics and making informed decisions. Stay ahead in the dynamic world of caliper technology with our reliable forecast data.

More than 135,000 visitors travelled to Las Vegas for CES 2024, including S&P Global Mobility analysts who have detailed all the key themes and showcases in this report.

The automotive industry stands at the forefront of a transformative era, characterized by a strategic shift towards by-wire systems. This report delves into the industry's progression towards advanced configurations, analyzing and exploring the pivotal role played by intelligent chassis control systems.

This report navigates the transformative shift from traditional to electro-mechanical brakes (EMB), driven by electronic integration and safety innovations like ABS and ESC. EMB, powered directly by a motor, surpasses limitations of traditional systems, shaping the landscape for autonomous and electric vehicles. Beyond technology, EMB prioritizes weight, environmental impact, and safety, positioning it as a cornerstone in the quest for safer, efficient, and eco-conscious automobiles. Witness a p...

More than half a million visitors descended upon this year’s International Mobility Show (IAA). The event played host to more than 300 world premieres and innovations. Around 750 exhibitors travelled from 38 territories, with Greater China having a large presence at the event.

The tracker offers a concise yet insightful analysis of global trends in the brake system market. It covers aspects such as demand for rear disc and drum brakes, disc versus drum brake penetration by region, caliper demand by type and fixed caliper demand by piston count. The tracker also provides forecasts for top original equipment manufacturers' brake caliper demand and highlights major suppliers' market shares. This data tracker serves as a vital resource for understanding market dynamics an...

The report examines the benefits and advancements of steer-by-wire technology in the automotive industry. Steer-by-wire eliminates mechanical linkages, employing electronic control systems instead. The report emphasizes scalability and integration into modern vehicles, outlining advantages and challenges. Reliable suppliers play a crucial role in successful implementation, and a comprehensive supplier analysis uncovers potential opportunities and obstacles during steer-by-wire adoption.

This year marked the 20th anniversary show for Auto Shanghai. It was held on April 18-27, 2023 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center Shanghai. More than 1,400 vehicles were showcased including 300 new models. The Show was also the platform for around 100 global vehicle debuts and attracted 906,000 visitors.

The technology of a vehicle's shock absorber can vary from the type of shock absorber used to the control, valve, and fluid type. To understand a vehicle's shock absorber technology, it is important to consider the type of control used, the tube architecture, and whether the valve is internal or external. This information, along with the suspension configuration, provides a comprehensive understanding of the vehicle's shock absorber technology.

Developments in the driving assistance and automation feature market over the last few years have driven demands for a new generation of automotive controllers that are able to process, analyze and communicate increasingly large amounts of complex real-time data rapidly, efficiently, and flawlessly. A progressive electronification of vehicle systems, meanwhile, has led to the penetration of by-wire chassis systems equipped with electronic control units (ECUs) that process information fed from...

The 2023 Auto Expo's components edition was held from 12-15 January and recorded participation of over 800 companies and 115,000 visitors, while the vehicle show was held from 13-18 January and was attended by 636,743 visitors. Among the major passenger car manufacturers in India, Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Kia, Tata Motors, Toyota, BYD, and MG Motor showcased new models and concepts.

An overview of published global safety-related automotive type approval standards, regulations, and legal acts that impact the design and development of chassis systems, i.e., braking, steering, and tire systems

Developments in the driving assistance and automation feature market over the last few years have driven demands for a new generation of automotive controllers that are able to process, analyze, and communicate increasingly large amounts of complex real-time data rapidly, efficiently, and flawlessly. A progressive electronification of vehicle systems, meanwhile, has led to the penetration of by-wire chassis systems equipped with electronic control units (ECUs) that process information fed fro...

The development of electrohydraulic braking (EHB) systems, with motors used to pressurize hydraulic fluid, has allowed OEMs to accommodate increasingly powerful autonomous braking capabilities in new vehicles equipped with advanced driving assistance functionalities. Recent demands for higher levels of driving autonomy have necessitated that braking system suppliers incorporate new modifications to allow fail-operational braking performance at all times. We expect EHB systems to surge at a ph...

The requirement to improve mileage ratings thanks to increasingly strict global fuel economy regulations led to the development of the first electric power steering (EPS) system that removed parasitic loads on the engine and instead used a motor integrated coaxially to the steering column to assist in the steering operation. Increasingly strict crash standards led to a progressive increase in vehicle weight that necessitated a larger motor, leading to the penetration of the rack-integrated motor...

The desire to balance road holding characteristics with ride comfort performance has led to the evolution of suspension shock absorber technology from passive dampers to active ones, eventually leading to the development of semi-active ones. The state-of-the-art semi-active dampers currently available in the market use a combination of electrical/electronic control to vary the damping response of the shock absorber in real-time, enhancing the vertical dynamics felt by the driver/passenger. Th...

As part of the 2022 New Year's Briefing, IHS Markit has compiled a presentation around analysis of its latest automotive semiconductor demand and capacity forecast.

CES 2022 was held in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States from January 5-7, with around 400,000 visitors, 744 exhibitors, and 936 speakers.

The progressive shift toward increasing vehicle speeds over the last few decades has necessitated new service brakes. These need to be powerful enough to decelerate within short braking distances while also being compact enough to fit within the packaging volumes constrained by modern suspension and steering geometry configurations. The shift toward vehicle electrification meanwhile has necessitated new service brake designs that are lighter, more powerful, and more capable of reducing residu...

The progressive industry shift toward forced-induction engines and alternative powertrain concepts has necessitated new braking systems in vehicles that do not require engine vacuum for pedal force multiplication. Recent trends in vehicle autonomy are driving the requirement for braking systems that safely control the brakes with accuracy and with redundancy. Electrohydraulic braking systems—with their inherent advantages in weight, size, and performance—will likely progressively replace ...

While Apple is yet to confirm or deny exploring vehicle development under the codename Project Titan, also referred as Chromium, a vast array of automotive stakeholders and commentators have been inquisitive of what may materialize from the so-called ‘Apple Car.’ Due to the secrecy around Apple’s car venture, a lot remains unknown or unconfirmed about the project from the manufacturing location(s), potential partners, and projected volume. This research note ...

IAA Mobility 2021 took place in Munich, Germany, from September 7-12.

A vehicle's shock absorber technology can include everything from the type of shock absorber used, to the control, valve, and fluid type. While it is simple to understand the type of control a shock absorber uses, it is important to note the kind of tube architecture it uses and whether the valve is internal or external. This information, coupled with the type of suspension configuration that the shock absorber communicates with or complements, is used to gain a holistic picture of a vehicle's s...

The Auto Shanghai 2021 was the 19th International Automobile Industry Exhibition and took place at the National Exhibition and Convention Center Shanghai in China from 19-28 April 2021.

Since its inception, the automotive industry has been a hub for technological, economic, and social innovation, not just altering the technology but the way people live. As might be expected, we are now in another such advancement of various components buoyed by trends such as electric mobility and autonomous driving. One such component is the steering system, although it seems like a simple component, it is quickly becoming part of a complex electrical architecture within the vehicle. While ...

The year 2018 was considered by industry experts to be the heyday for the global automotive market, perceivably having reached record volumes, with certain mature regional markets even nearing a tipping point. This development left a strong, positive effect on the automotive components industry across the world. Suppliers reaped the benefits of higher demand from automakers with larger revenues and thus, were able to reach into their relatively deeper pockets to further the cause of automotive t...

This report highlights high-level themes represented at the show and summarizes announcement details by company with key insights for how the technologies presented impact automotive and technology strategies and industries.

The focus of the 2020 Beijing Motor Show were intelligent cars and alternative drive systems. All renowned automotive manufacturers and suppliers as well as numerous startups participated in the 2020 show. 

An in-depth analysis of the current and future shock absorber technology trends around the world A vehicle's shock absorber technology can include everything from the type of shock absorber used, to the control, valve, and fluid type. While it is simple to understand the type of control a shock absorber uses, it is important to note the kind of tube architecture it uses and whether the valve is internal or external. This information, coupled with the type of suspension that the shock absorber...

These presentations were given at the 2020 IHS Markit Spring Automotive Client Briefing - Europe (webinar) on  EV Charging Infrastructure and Connected Car.

Autonomous driving means driverless driving, where the “driver” does not exist, and the car drives itself. This requires a strong electrical or electronic architecture, leading to a need for majority components to be either fully or partially actuated through electronics. This is where electrohydraulic brake (EHB) actuation becomes an apt first step toward brake-by-wire, a technology needed for autonomous vehicles. It is relatively simple to adjust fundamentally electronics-based componen...

This report highlights high-level themes represented at the show and summarizes announcement details by company with key insights for how the technologies presented impact automotive and technology strategies and industries.

The Los Angeles (LA) Auto Show is an annual car show held at the Los Angeles Convention Center in late November or early December.

“Less is more” is quickly becoming the mantra for the global automotive industry today, as technologies focus on developing wireless systems independent of driver control. While this future is still quite a way ahead, driver aids are gaining popularity. Autonomous driving is expected to be the answer to making the car more interactive by freeing up the driver’s hands. However, the road to reaching this goal is riddled with barriers. One such challenge is aligning chassis components to s...

The theme of the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show was “Open Future” focusing on cutting edge futuristic technologies including future mobility, flying cars, next-generation personalized mobility, autonomous driving, connected vehicles, and new energy-based vehicles.

These presentations were given at the 2019 IHS Markit Fall Automotive Client Briefing in Detroit, Michigan.

The 2019 International Motor Show (IAA) took place at Frankfurt Am Main from 10–22 September 2019.

The volume segment makes up between 65-70% of the total automotive market today and this roughly translates to the automotive component demand as well. The chassis sector, particularly for mass market models (such as C-segment vehicles), has absorbed technological advancements slower than premium segments partly due to the high cost at which these advancements were made available initially. However, during the past decade, customer preferences have proven to be a strong force in pushing tech ...

Despite parking brakes not being the most “intriguing” component for creative innovations, automakers and suppliers have been relatively active throughout the years to push for new solutions in this field. Early vehicle brakes, such as the ones used in the first Mercedes-Benz in 1901, used mechanical drum brakes that comprised steel cables wrapped around the drums of the rear wheels and were operated by a hand lever. Today, this system has developed into electrically-actuated disc brakes. Th...

The 2019 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) took place at Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York, the US from 19–28 April 2019.

The 2019 Geneva show was majorly focused around future trends for the automotive industry and conceptual technologies—electrification of vehicles and connected mobility, driverless vehicles, packages of digital services, and transportation services.

This report provides a fundamental understanding of the strategy premium OEMs follow in evolving their vehicle chassis, an in-depth demand outlook, an overview of the main market drivers and challenges—on both global and regional levels—and current and planned advances pertaining to caliper technology. What are the size and scope of the global premium OEM chassis market? What are the key drivers pushing change in the sector? What are the new technologies expected in the future? Wha...

The 2019 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) took place at Cobo Center in Detroit, Michigan, United States from 12-27 January 2019.

The annual CES continues to host the world’s automotive innovators to highlight the most cutting-edge technologies the industry can offer.

The Los Angeles (LA) Auto Show is an annual car show held at the Los Angeles Convention Center in late November or early December.

This report provides a basic understanding of power steering systems for cars, an in-depth demand outlook, and an overview of the main players and market drivers on global and regional levels. The report will answer the following questions:  What are the size and scope of the global power steering systems market? What are the key drivers within the sector? What are the incumbent and upcoming technologies in the market? What is the supplier-OEM landscape for the market? All...

This report provides a fundamental understanding of brake calipers for cars, an in-depth demand outlook, an overview of the main players and market drivers—on a global and regional level—and current and planned advances pertaining to caliper technology. Questions the report will answer include: What are the size and scope of the global caliper market? What are key drivers pushing the sector? What are the new technologies expected in the future? What is the supplier-OEM landsca...