Automotive USB-C Segmentation
Application (Head Units, Rear-Seat Entertainment, Rear-Seat Chargers)
Head units segment is estimated to capture automotive USB-C market share of around 44% by the end of 2037. Due to the proliferation of connected vehicles, head units are no longer simple devices that control only entertainment and information systems but are becoming central control points for a car and its features. Manufacturers are incorporating the USB-C interface into the head units to facilitate easy connectivity and charging rates. In September 2024, HIROSE Electric Co., Ltd. and AIO Core Co., Ltd. signed an agreement for the joint development of high-performance active optical connectors to improve in-vehicle connectivity solutions. With vehicle interiors being increasingly technology-oriented, head units will continue to be central to infotainment and intelligent connectivity.
Vehicle Type (Passenger Vehicle, Commercial Vehicle)
In automotive USB-C market, passenger vehicles segment is set to account for revenue share of around 71.5% by 2037, due to the growing demand for infotainment and charging interfaces. As more consumers depend on connectivity while on the road for entertainment, navigation, and professional purposes, USB-C is fast becoming a standard feature in passenger cars. In January 2025, Japan Aviation Electronics Industry, Ltd. and Nagase & Co., Ltd. entered into a strategic alliance to strengthen their market position in India’s automotive segment in response to the increasing market for connectivity systems in passenger cars. With the focus on premium experiences that the automobile industry is heading towards, USB-C is set to remain a key enabler for boosting passenger comfort.
Our in-depth analysis of the global automotive USB-C market includes the following segments:
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