Fuel Cell Vehicle Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Vehicle type (Passenger Cars, LCV’s, HCV’s), By Component, By Region- Global Industry Analysis, Share, Growth, Regional Outlook and Forecasts, 2023-2032

The global Fuel Cell Vehicle market size was exhibited at USD 1.76 billion in 2022 and is projected to hit around USD 95.6 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 2.62% during the forecast period 2023 to 2032.

Fuel Cell Vehicle market size

Key Pointers:

  • The market accounting for the highest share of 85.9% in of the overall industry in 2022 and registering the highest CAGR of 50.7% in the forecast period.
  • Asia Pacific accounted for a revenue share of more than 66.7% of the overall market in 2022. 
  • The market is expected to register growth due to increased crude oil prices and increasing concentration of carbon emission
  • The governments of developed and developing countries are actively investing in fuel cell technology and infrastructure
  • The passenger car segment is expected to witness growth owing to extensive usage for commuting and supply chain purpose
  • The industry's progress is limited by a failing distribution network, fear of electric shock, and flammability owing to the chemical attribute of hydrogen fuel cells, which act as a limitation on the market's growth

Fuel Cell Vehicle Market Report Scope

Report Coverage

Details

Market Size in 2023

USD 2.62 Billion

Market Size by 2032

USD 95.6 Billion

Growth Rate from 2023 to 2032

CAGR of 2.62%

Base year

2022

Forecast period

2023 to 2032

Segments covered

Vehicle Type, Region

Regional scope

North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Central and South America; the Middle East and Africa

Key companies profiled

Daimler AG, Honda Motors Co. Ltd.; Nikola Corporation, Toyota Motor Corporation, Hyundai Motor Group, Ballard Power System Inc.; Volvo AB, General Motors, BMW AG, Audi AG

 

The surge in population has resulted in rising pollution levels have shifted the trend toward clean fuels and green technology to curb carbon emissions effectively. This had a favorable influence on FCV demand in the recent years. The change from conventional fuel automobiles to environment friendly vehicles has accelerated the demand for FCVs in recent years. Other factors, such as strict environmental laws, the availability of incentives and subsidies for clean fuels, and hazardous gas emissions from combustion engine vehicles, are driving the market growth throughout the forecast period. Furthermore, the increasing awareness regarding vehicle emissions has led manufacturers to design alternate powertrains, increasing the market's development.

The outbreak of the COVID-19 brought the whole ecosystem to a halt, prohibiting the development and sale of revolutionary automobiles throughout the world. Fuel cell vehicles had to halt until the lockdowns were released before they could continue to grow, which had an impact on their manufacturing operations. As a result, manufacturing volumes for car production had to be adjusted causing late final delivery and a decline in revenue. Furthermore, the automotive industry is known for its heavy investments and requirement of constant funding to stay afloat. During the early months of the pandemic, this resulted in the stoppage of production and decreased demand had an adverse impact on manufacturers of fuel cell vehicles and automotive fuel cell producers. However, as the pandemic subsided, the cash flow for revenue and investment started again. With the financial resources becoming stable, the production of automobiles started gaining pace. This prompted automotive fuel cell producers to resume research, development, and testing operations again positively impacting the market growth. 

The fuel cell vehicle market is still in its early development and growth stages. Many technologies are in it testing stage with a few automobiles from Toyota Motor Corporation, Honda Motor Corp., and Hyundai Motor Group running in some specific regions. European manufacturers such as BMW AG and Audi are developing fuel cell vehicles based on their earlier prototypes aimed at launching in the later years. Many other companies are following BMW and Audi's footprints. For instance, Renault manufactured the hydrogen fuel cell-powered SUV prototype. The SUV titled Scenic Vision will be equipped with a 16kW fuel cell which will help expand the cars driving range to 800 kilometers without the need for charging. The battery will be lightweight and the carbon footprint will be reduced by 75% as compared with the traditional electric vehicle model. However, the French carmaker model will not be available before 2030 and 2032. The company will launch its fully electric version by 2024. 

Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles are expanding their applications to heavy commercial vehicles to increase efficiency. For instance, a major global player in zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell-based commercial vehicles- Hyzon Motors Inc. announced the development of the hydrogen storage system technology which can decrease the manufacturing cost and weight of the commercial vehicle. The new technology is yet to be patented and has the potential of reducing manufacturing component count by 75%, the weight of the system by 43%, and the system storage cost by 52%. This technology uses lightweight composite material for system metal print which is based on a single rack system capable of storing 5 hydrogen cylinders at once. The development of this onboard storage system technology is a collaboration between the European and U.S. division of Hyzon Motors Inc. These technological developments taking place for reducing cost and carbon emission are attempts to integrate hydrogen fuel cell technology as the main power source for future vehicle production. 

Fuel cell vehicle are expensive, and the cost of hydrogen (per kilo) in some places are high thereby restraining the fuel cell vehicle market growth. Furthermore, the number of gasoline stations is restricted or inadequate in regions around the world. The industry's progress is limited by a failing distribution network, fear of electric shock, and flammability owing to the chemical attribute of hydrogen fuel cells, which act as a limitation on the market's growth. The manufacturing cost of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles is higher than the manufacturing cost of conventional vehicles. The production cost coupled with aftermarket services cost significantly increases the total ownership cost as compared to that of a standard vehicle. Aside from that, it faces competition from battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, which are becoming popular and is limiting the market's growth.

Vehicle Insights

The vehicle type segment is divided into passenger cars, LCVs, and HCVs. Passenger cars dominate the market accounting for the highest share of 85.9% in of the overall industry in 2022 and registering the highest CAGR of 50.7% in the forecast period. The surge in the adoption of passenger cars in countries such as Japan and South Korea drives segment growth in the fuel cell vehicle market. Depleting fossil fuel sources are driving the price of the vehicle fuel. This is prompting the government to look for sustainable and low emission sources to power the vehicles.

The LCV segment is expected steady growth in the forecast period. Light commercial vehicles are instrumental transportation vehicles used for supply chain purposes. Using a fuel cell in place of a battery provides electrochemical conversion of energy into torque and high efficiency. Thus, the use of fuel cells in long-distance travel vehicles such as LCVs is an ideal choice from the perspective of cost-saving and efficient travel.

Regional Insights

Asia Pacific accounted for a revenue share of more than 66.7% of the overall market in 2022. The growing sales of cars in countries such as South Korea and Japan are the primary factor for the growth of the passenger cars market in this region. Furthermore, Government initiatives in Japan for the usage of fuel cell vehicles and support the consumer through subsidies for the purchase of the vehicles are driving the growth of the market in this region. Government initiatives for the usage of fuel cell vehicles and providing consumer support in the form of vehicle subsidies in Japan are also propelling the market growth in this region. For instance, in November 2021, China's development and reform commission issued a directive to manufacture 5,000 hydrogen fuel cell automobiles by 2025 for port transportation, buses, and intercity logistics. Thus, such booming development in clean energy within the automotive sector is anticipated to drive the fuel cell vehicle market growth over the forecast period.

Following the Asia Pacific, Europe is expected to exhibit the highest CAGR in the forecast period. Major players in the European regions are continuously pushing to integrate fuel cell systems and fuel cells in commercial and passenger vehicles. For instance, in May 2022, the European Daimler group announced plans to include electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel vehicles in their portfolio by 2030. Furthermore, the massive deployment of commercial vehicles in France for public and government usage is fueling the market growth.

Some of the prominent players in the Fuel Cell Vehicle Market include:

  • Daimler AG
  • Honda Motors Co. Ltd.
  • Nikola Corporation
  • Toyota Motor Corporation
  • Hyundai Motor Group
  • Ballard Power System Inc.
  • Volvo AB
  • General Motors
  • BMW AG
  • Audi AG

Segments Covered in the Report

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2032. For this study, Nova one advisor, Inc. has segmented the global Fuel Cell Vehicle market.

By Vehicle Type 

  • Passenger Cars
  • LCV’s
  • HCV’s

By Region

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East & Africa (MEA)

Chapter 1 Methodology and Scope
                   1.1 Market Segmentation & Scope
                   1.2 Research Methodology
                   1.3 Information Procurement
                       1.3.1 Purchased Database
                       1.3.2 Nova one advisor’s Internal Database
                       1.3.3 List of Primary Sources
                       1.3.4 List of Secondary Sources
                   1.4 Information Analysis
                       1.4.1 Data Analysis Model
                   1.5 Market Formulation & Data Visualization
                   1.6 Data Validation & Publishing
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
Chapter 3 Fuel Cell Vehicle Market Analysis Market Variables, Trends & Scope
                   3.1 Penetration and Growth Prospect Mapping
                   3.2 Fuel Cell Vehicle Market Dynamics
                       3.2.1 Market Driver Analysis
                       3.2.2 Market Restraints Analysis
                   3.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis
                   3.4 Market Analysis Tools
                       3.4.1 Industry Analysis - PORTER’s Five Forces Analysis
                       3.4.2 PEST Analysis
                   3.5 Fuel Cell Vehicle Market Key Company Analysis, 2021
                   3.6 Impact Of COVID-19 On Fuel Cell Vehicle Market
Chapter 4 Fuel Cell Vehicle Analysis Market: By Vehicle Type Outlook
                   4.1 Market Size Estimates & Forecasts And Trend Analysis, 2018 - 2032
                   4.2 Passengers cars
                       4.2.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By region, 2018 - 2032
                   4.3 LCV’s
                       4.3.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By region, 2018 - 2032
                   4.4 HCV’s
                       4.4.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By region, 2018 - 2032
Chapter 5 Fuel Cell Vehicle Analysis Market: Regional Outlook
                   5.1 Fuel Cell Vehicle Analysis Market, By Region, 2021 & 2032
                   5.2 North America
                       5.2.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2018 - 2032
                       5.2.2 Market Estimates and Forecasts by vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
                       5.2.3 U.S.
                           5.2.3.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts by vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
                       5.2.4 Canada
                           5.2.4.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
                   5.3 Europe
                       5.3.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By country, 2018 - 2032
                       5.3.2 Market Estimates and Forecasts By vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
                       5.3.3 U.K.
                           5.3.3.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
                       5.3.4 Germany
                           5.3.4.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
                   5.4 Asia Pacific
                       5.4.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By country, 2018 - 2032
                       5.4.2 Market Estimates and Forecasts By vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
                       5.4.3 China
                           5.4.3.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
                       5.4.4 India
                           5.4.4.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
                       5.4.5 Japan
                           5.4.5.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
                   5.5 Latin America
                       5.5.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By country, 2018 - 2032
                       5.5.2 Market Estimates and Forecasts By vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
                       5.5.3 Brazil
                           5.5.3.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
                       5.5.4 Mexico
                           5.5.4.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
                   5.6 Middle East And Africa
                       5.6.1 Market Estimates and Forecasts By vehicle type, 2018 - 2032
Chapter 6 Competitive Landscape
                   6.1 Daimler AG
                       6.1.1 Company Overview
                       6.1.2 Financial Performance
                       6.1.3 Product Benchmarking
                       6.1.4 Recent Developments
                   6.2 Honda Motors Co. Ltd.
                       6.2.1 Company Overview
                       6.2.2 Financial Performance
                       6.2.3 Product Benchmarking
                       6.2.4 Recent Developments
                   6.3 Nikola Corporation
                       6.3.1 Company Overview
                       6.3.2 Financial Performance
                       6.3.3 Product Benchmarking
                       6.3.4 Recent Developments
                   6.4 Toyota Motor Corporation
                       6.4.1 Company Overview
                       6.4.2 Financial Performance
                       6.4.3 Product Benchmarking
                       6.4.4 Recent Developments
                   6.5 Hyundai Motor Group
                       6.5.1 Company Overview
                       6.5.2 Financial Performance
                       6.5.3 Product Benchmarking
                       6.5.4 Recent Developments
                   6.6 Ballard Power System Inc.
                       6.6.1 Company Overview
                       6.6.2 Financial Performance
                       6.6.3 Product Benchmarking
                       6.6.4 Recent Developments
                   6.7 Volvo AB
                       6.7.1 Company Overview
                       6.7.2 Financial Performance
                       6.7.3 Product Benchmarking
                       6.7.4 Recent Developments
                   6.8 General Motors
                       6.8.1 Company Overview
                       6.8.2 Financial Performance
                       6.8.3 Product Benchmarking
                       6.8.4 Recent Developments
                   6.9 BMW AG
                       6.9.1 Company Overview
                       6.9.2 Financial Performance
                       6.9.3 Product Benchmarking
                       6.9.4 Recent Developments
                   6.10 Audi AG
                       6.10.1 Company Overview
                       6.10.2 Financial Performance
                       6.10.3 Product Benchmarking
                       6.10.4 Recent Developments

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