Automotive Air Filters Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Intake Air Filters, Cabin Air Filters), By Application (Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles), By End-use, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2023 - 2030

Research Methodology

A three-pronged approach was followed for deducing the automotive air filter market estimates and forecasts. The process has three steps: information procurement, analysis, and validation. The whole process is cyclical, and steps repeat until the estimates are validated. The three steps are explained in detail below:

Information procurement: Information procurement is one of the most extensive and important stages in our research process, and quality data is critical for accurate analysis. We followed a multi-channel data collection process for automotive air filter market to gather the most reliable and current information possible.

• We buy access to paid databases such as Hoover’s and Factiva for company financials, industry information, white papers, industry journals, SME journals, and more.
• We tap into Grand View’s proprietary database of data points and insights from active and archived monitoring and reporting.
• We conduct primary research with industry experts through questionnaires and one-on-one phone interviews.
• We pull from reliable secondary sources such as white papers and government statistics, published by organizations like WHO, NGOs, World Bank, etc., Key Opinion Leaders (KoL) publications, company filings, investor documents, and more.
• We purchase and review investor analyst reports, broker reports, academic commentary, government quotes, and wealth management publications for insightful third-party perspectives.

Analysis: We mine the data collected to establish baselines for forecasting, identify trends and opportunities, gain insight into consumer demographics and drivers, and so much more. We utilized different methods of automotive air filter market data depending on the type of information we’re trying to uncover in our research.

• Market Research Efforts: Bottom-up Approach for estimating and forecasting demand size and opportunity, top-down Approach for new product forecasting and penetration, and combined approach of both Bottom-up and Top-down for full coverage analysis.

• Value-Chain-Based Sizing & Forecasting: Supply-side estimates for understanding potential revenue through competitive benchmarking, forecasting, and penetration modeling.

• Demand-side estimates for identifying parent and ancillary markets, segment modeling, and heuristic forecasting.

• Qualitative Functional Deployment (QFD) Modelling for market share assessment.

Market formulation and validation: We mine the data collected to establish baselines for forecasting, identify trends and opportunities, gain insight into consumer demographics and drivers, and so much more. We utilize different methods of data analysis depending on the type of information we’re trying to uncover in our research.

• Market Formulation: This step involves the finalization of market numbers. This step on an internal level is designed to manage outputs from the Data Analysis step.

• Data Normalization: The final market estimates and forecasts are then aligned and sent to industry experts, in-panel quality control managers for validation.

• This step also entails the finalization of the report scope and data representation pattern.

• Validation: The process entails multiple levels of validation. All these steps run in parallel, and the study is forwarded for publishing only if all three levels render validated results.

Automotive Air Filter Market Categorization:

The automotive air filter market was categorized into four segments, namely product (Intake Air Filters, Cabin Air Filters), application (Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles, Two Wheelers) ,end-use (Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Aftermarket), and regions (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa).

Segment Market Methodology:

The automotive air filter market was segmented into product, application, end-use, and regions. The demand at a segment level was deduced using a funnel method. Concepts like the TAM, SAM, SOM, etc., were put into practice to understand the demand. We at GVR deploy three methods to deduce market estimates and determine forecasts. These methods are explained below:

Market research approaches: Bottom-up

• Demand estimation of each product across countries/regions summed up to from the total market.

• Variable analysis for demand forecast.

• Demand estimation via analyzing paid database, and company financials either via annual reports or paid database.

• Primary interviews for data revalidation and insight collection.

Market research approaches: Top-down

• Used extensively for new product forecasting or analyzing penetration levels.

• Tool used invoice product flow and penetration models Use of regression multi-variant analysis for forecasting Involves extensive use of paid and public databases.

• Primary interviews and vendor-based primary research for variable impact analysis.

Market research approaches: Combined

• This is the most common method. We apply concepts from both the top-down and bottom-up approaches to arrive at a viable conclusion.

Regional Market Methodology:

The automotive air filter market was analyzed at a regional level. The globe was divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa, keeping in focus variables like consumption patterns, export-import regulations, consumer expectations, etc. These regions were further divided into six countries, namely, the U.S.; Germany; U.K.; China; India; Japan

All three above-mentioned market research methodologies were applied to arrive at regional-level conclusions. The regions were then summed up to form the global market.

Automotive air filter market companies & financials:

The automotive air filter market was analyzed via companies operating in the sector. Analyzing these companies and cross-referencing them to the demand equation helped us validate our assumptions and conclusions. Key market players analyzed include:

• Mann+Hummel GmbH Mann+Hummel GMBH was established in 1941 and is headquartered in Ludwigsburg, Germany. The company is an original equipment manufacturer. It is involved in manufacturing filtration products for international automotive and mechanical engineering industries. As of 2019, the employee strength of the company was over 17,000. Mann+Hummel provides powerful and robust air filtration solutions for automotive. The company offers air filters under the brand name Mann-Filters. Geographical areas served by the company include Asia Pacific, North America, Europe and Latin America. Mann+Hummel offers a broad and diverse range of product & services. The company's product portfolio comprises intake manifold systems, cylinder head covers made of plastics, and liquid filter systems that are used in on-road & off-road vehicles.

• Clarcor, Inc. Clarcor, Inc. was established in 1904 and is headquartered in Tennessee, U.S. The company manufactures industrial and environmental filtration products. The company focuses on delivering quality filtration systems. Clarcor’s major product lines for air and cabin air filters are used for automotive. It caters its products to the global automotive market and significant automobile manufacturers based in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Central & South America and Middle East & Africa. As of 2018, the company's employee strength was more than 6,000. Clarcor, Inc. manufactures packaging materials and filtration systems. The company provides filtration products for automotive, industrial, & environmental applications. Automotive filtration products include transmission, fuel, and hydraulic filters. Industrial & environmental filtration products are used in various industries and pharmaceutical processes.

• K&N Engineering, Inc. K&N Engineering, Inc. was established in 1969 and is headquartered in California, U.S. The company manufactures filtration products such as air and cabin air filters for the automotive market. The company also manufactures washable and reusable air filters, which offer improved performance. K&N filters are designed to improve the overall engine performance while increasing torque, horsepower, and acceleration. It serves the global automobile manufacturing operations in regions including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Central & South America and Middle East & Africa. K&N Engineering, Inc. is an original and aftermarket equipment manufacturer for air, oil, and air intake filters. These products are used in motorcycle air filters, automotive air filters, cabin air filters, industrial & commercial air filters, and others.

• Donaldson Company, Inc Donaldson Company, Inc. was established in 1915 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, U.S. The company manufactures and supplies air filtration products and caters to the automobile manufacturing industry across the globe. The company also provides services for heavy-duty gas turbine systems. Also, it provides a broad range of products, which are used in automotive. As of 2018, the company's employee strength was more than 1500. Donaldson Company, Inc. provides filtration and aftermarket solutions for aerospace & defense, automotive industries, hydraulics, air filtration, and membrane.

• Cummins Inc. Cummins Inc. (CMI) was established in 1919 and is headquartered in Columbus, the U.S. Cummins Inc. (CMI) is an original equipment manufacturer. The company is involved in designing, manufacturing, and distributing air filtration products. It provides these filtration solutions for automotive and other industrial applications. The product portfolio offered by the company includes engines, fuel systems, emission technology, power generation, turbo technologies, coolant & chemicals, crankcase ventilations, fuel filtration, lube filtration, and hydraulics. These filtration products are used for industrial and commercial applications.

• Parker Hannifin Corporation Parker Hannifin Corporation (PH) was established in 1918 and is headquartered in Ohio, U.S. The company operates as a manufacturer and supplier of filtration products used in automotive. Racoris is a business division of Parker Hannifin Corporation since 1969. The company manufactures air, filtration systems for internal combustion engines. It operates globally through its own sales offices and third-party distribution network serving automobile companies across the globe. As of 2018. The employee strength of the company was more than 55,000. Parker Hannifin Corporation has a board range of product line, used in aerospace, electromechanical, climate control, fluid & gas handling, filtration, hydraulics, process control, sealing & shielding, and pneumatics.

• SOGEFI Group Sogefi Group was established in 1980 and is headquartered in Milan, Italy. The company is engaged in designing, manufacturing, and distributing engine filtration systems. The company has a comprehensive range of filtration products such as petrol, oil, diesel, air, fuel, and cabin air filters. It manufactures above mentioned products for original equipment, original equipment spares markets, and aftermarket. The company's geographical areas include North America, Central & South America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. As of 2018, the company's employee strength was more than 6,500.

• Hengst SE Hengst SE was established in 1958 and is headquartered in Munster, Germany. The company changed its name from Hengst SE & Co. KG to Hengst SE in 2017. Hengst SE manufactures and distributes original equipment and filtration systems for automotive and heavy-duty vehicles. The company offers a broad range of air and cabin air filtration products to automobile manufacturers across the globe. Major regions served by the company include Europe, Central & South America, North America and Asia Pacific. As of 2019, the company's employee strength was more than 3,000. Hengst SE & Co. KG specializes in crankcase ventilation systems, fluid management, and aftermarket filtration systems for commercial and heavy-duty vehicles.

• Mahle GmbH Mahle GmbH was established in 1920 and is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany. The company is an original equipment manufacturer of filtration products and automotive parts. Mahle GmbH manufactures filtration solutions for heavy-duty vehicles and all types of automotive. It offers filtration products such as air and cabin air filters. The company caters its products to multinational automobile manufacturers through its subsidiaries and associates across the globe. As of 2018, the employee strength of the company was more than 1,700. Mahle Aftermarket GmbH is an original and aftermarket equipment manufacturer. The company manufacturers exhaust gas turbocharger, engine components, thermostats, and air conditioning systems. Mahle GmbH manufactures and supplies a comprehensive product range of filtration systems under the brand names of Mahle Original, Knecht, Behr, Metal Leve, and Clevite.

• Robert Bosch GmbH Robert Bosch GmbH was established in 1886 and is headquartered in Gerlingen, Germany. The company is engaged in engineering and technology services for several industries. Robert Bosch GmbH manufactures and supplies original equipment and filtration products for heavy-duty automotive. The company provides a broad range of air and cabin filtration products. These products are used in automotive and automotive engines. The company operates in more than 60 countries across the globe with more than 460 subsidiaries and employs more than 360,000 individuals. Robert Bosch GmbH is an original equipment manufacturer for automotive components. The company's core product is automotive components, which include controls, brakes, electronics, generators, fuel systems, starter motors, steering systems, and electrical drives.

Value chain-based sizing & forecasting

Supply Side Estimates

• Company revenue estimation via referring to annual reports, investor presentations, and Hoover’s.

• Segment revenue determination via variable analysis and penetration modeling.

• Competitive benchmarking to identify market leaders and their collective revenue shares.

• Forecasting via analyzing commercialization rates, pipelines, market initiatives, distribution networks, etc.

Demand side estimates

• Identifying parent markets and ancillary markets

• Segment penetration analysis to obtain pertinent

• revenue/volume

• Heuristic forecasting with the help of subject matter experts

• Forecasting via variable analysis

Automotive Air Filter Market Report Objectives:

• Understanding market dynamics (in terms of drivers, restraints, & opportunities) in the countries.

• Understanding trends & variables in the individual countries & their impact on growth and using analytical tools to provide high-level insights into the market dynamics and the associated growth pattern.

• Understanding market estimates and forecasts (with the base year as 2022, historic information from 2018 - 2021, and forecast from 2023 to 2030). Regional estimates & forecasts for each category are available and are summed up to form the global market estimates.

Automotive Air Filter Market Report Assumptions:

• The report provides market value for the base year 2022 and a yearly forecast till 2030 in terms of revenue/volume or both. The market for each of the segment outlooks has been provided on region & country basis for the above-mentioned forecast period.

• The key industry dynamics, major technological trends, and application markets are evaluated to understand their impact on the demand for the forecast period. The growth rates were estimated using correlation, regression, and time-series analysis.

• We have used the bottom-up approach for market sizing, analyzing key regional markets, dynamics, & trends for various products and end-users. The total market has been estimated by integrating the country markets.

• All market estimates and forecasts have been validated through primary interviews with the key industry participants.

• Inflation has not been accounted for to estimate and forecast the market.

• Numbers may not add up due to rounding off.

• Europe consists of EU-8, Central & Eastern Europe, along with the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).

• Asia Pacific includes South Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, and Oceania (Australia & New Zealand).

• Latin America includes Central American countries and the South American continent

• Middle East includes Western Asia (as assigned by the UN Statistics Division) and the African continent.

Primary Research

GVR strives to procure the latest and unique information for reports directly from industry experts, which gives it a competitive edge. Quality is of utmost importance to us, therefore every year we focus on increasing our experts’ panel. Primary interviews are one of the critical steps in identifying recent market trends and scenarios. This process enables us to justify and validate our market estimates and forecasts to our clients. With more than 8,000 reports in our database, we have connected with some key opinion leaders across various domains, including healthcare, technology, consumer goods, and the chemical sector. Our process starts with identifying the right platform for a particular type of report, i.e., emails, LinkedIn, seminars, or telephonic conversation, as every report is unique and requires a differentiated approach.

We send out questionnaires to different experts from various regions/ countries, which is dependent on the following factors:

• Report/Market scope: If the market study is global, we send questionnaires to industry experts across various regions, including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and MEA.

• Market Penetration: If the market is driven by technological advancements, population density, disease prevalence, or other factors, we identify experts and send out questionnaires based on region or country dominance.

The time to start receiving responses from industry experts varies based on how niche or well-penetrated the market is. Our reports include a detailed chapter on the KoL opinion section, which helps our clients understand the perspective of experts already in the market space.