Active Grille Shutter Market

Active Grille Shutter Market Size Survey Report – In a Glance

As per the survey report on Global Active Grille Shutter market, the market is projected to foresee a CAGR of 4.1% between 2025-2035, and further generate a market size of USD 7.3 billion revenue by the end of 2035. In the year 2025, the market size was valued at USD 4.2 billion revenue.

• The global Active Grille Shutter market is projected to grow on account of the increased demand for fuel-efficiency in vehicles due to emission laws and advancement in innovation.
• In Japan, the Active Grille Shutter market growth can be attributed to the increase in adoption of active grille shutter due to stringent government regulations on vehicle emissions and rise in the demand for fuel-efficient vehicles.
• KDMI analyst’s growth analysis foresees difficulty in integrating the component in existing systems to pose a challenge to the market growth.
• Asia-Pacific, having the highest market share in the Active Grille Shutter market, is projected to dominate the global market.

Active Grille Shutter Market Analysis

An Active Grille Shutter is a component found in vehicles consisting of adjustable slats located behind the front grille. These shutters optimize airflow, reduce aerodynamic drag, and enhance fuel efficiency by opening and closing automatically. This feature allows the engine to reach it optimal operating temperature quickly and provide warm air to the cabin soon. As forecasted by the IEA in a report, sales of EV cars exceeded 17 million globally in 2024, putting EVs’ share of the global car market above 20% for the first time. EVs have Active Grille Shutter component in their vehicles, thus directly impacting the growth of the market. Stoneridge, Mahle, Denso, Schaeffler, Johnson Electric, Hyundai Mobis, are some of the significant parties in the global market for Active Grille Shutter.

Analyst’s Observation on Japan Active Grille Shutter Market Survey 

The Japan Active Grille Shutter market is a promising market driven by the country’s strong automobile manufacturing industry and commitment to environmental sustainability through fuel-efficient technology implementation. In a report it was stated that the average per capital CO2 emissions from passenger cars were obtained for grids of 3000–10,000 persons/km2. Japanese automakers are increasingly adopting active grille shutter due to stringent government regulations on vehicle emissions and rise in the demand for fuel-efficient vehicles. These systems play a vital role in enhancing vehicle performance which allows them to meet the regulatory standards. These factors contribute to the active grille shutter market growth of this region.

Active Grille Shutter Market Growth Drivers and Challenges 

Growth Drivers

• Increased Demand for Fuel-Efficiency in Vehicles Due to Emission Laws:

The global rise in focus on fuel efficiency in vehicles and the stringent emission laws are the key drivers for the active grille shutter market. Governments across the globe are emphasizing the need for fuel efficiency to reduce emissions and improve vehicle fuel economy. Active grille shutter enables automakers comply to this necessity by enhancing the vehicle’s aerodynamics and reducing drag, which then lowers fuel consumption and emissions. As environmental concerns are experiencing rapid growth, more countries are adopting such fuel-efficient technologies, therefore, fuelling the market growth.

• Technological Advancements and Innovation:

Technological advances in the automobile market have led to an increase in the demand for components that comply with certain demands of those particular vehicles. Electric car sales in 2023 were 3.5 million higher than in 2022, a 35% year-on-year increase. One of the such important components that such cars require is active grille shutter, since it comes with an intelligent control units and sensors that enable real-time adjustments based on the temperature of engine, speed of the vehicle, and the external climatic conditions. Such features allow for dynamic control of airflow, improving both aerodynamic performance as well as efficient cooling. Moreover, integration of active grille shutter with vehicle electronic control systems enhances overall vehicle intelligence and operational precision. This factor contributes to the widespread of the adoption of this components leading to market expansion.

Restraints

• Difficulty in Integrating the Component in Existing Systems:

A key challenge for the active grille shutter is the difficulty in the integration of the component within the existing vehicle systems as they may not be compatible or may malfunction due to syncing errors. The shutter is required to work in harmony with the engine management system and other aerodynamic components to deliver optimal performance but there remains a difficulty in properly achieving this when integrated with the systems of existing vehicles with slightly outdated systems, thus posing a challenge for the market growth of active grille shutter.

• High Level of Complexity in Integration and Cost Associated:

The other major challenge the market faces is the presence of high level of complexity in the integration process associating directly with the hike in costs. The active grille shutter consists of various intricate components like the electronic actuators, sensors, and advanced control units, making the process of synchronizing all this complex which leads to a hike in their costs. In a report by International Energy Agency, Electric car sales exceeded 17 million globally in 2024, reaching a sales share of more than 20%. This indicates a surge in the demand for EVs, these systems are ideally designed to function best in those vehicles, but since EVs are expensive than conventional cars, it may limit the market expansion.

Active Grille Shutter Market Segmentation

Our experts at KD Market Insights have segmented the global Active Grille Shutter market research report as:

Active Grille Shutter Market Regional Synopsis

Asia-Pacific dominates the active grille shutter market due to the region’s rapidly expanding automobile industry. The region is experiencing an a substantial growth in electric vehicle production and demand, leading to an impact on the market growth of active grille shutter. The total value of the Asia-Pacific vehicle market was $ 229.39 billion in 2021 and it will reach $ 777.62 billion in 2027, according to a report. Therefore, this implies a widespread adoption and demand for active grille shutter leading to the growth of the market.

North America holds a significant share in the active grille shutter market primarily driven by fuel-efficient component demand. Automakers in the U.S. are increasingly integrating advanced aerodynamic technologies along with active grille shutters, to meet the required standards. Moreover, the presence of leading automotive companies fuels the demand for such advanced technology to be incorporated in their new advanced models.

In Europe, the focus on sustainability and reduction of carbon emission drives the market demand. This factor has led to a demand for electric vehicles in these regions incorporated with active grille shutters to enhance the overall performance of vehicle while complying to the given regulatory policies.

The Latin America active grille shutter market is witnessing steady growth as their automotive sector continues to modernize and indulge with advanced technologies to meet the demands of the market of the region. Middle East and Africa market growth is highly influenced due to the rise in imports of vehicles enabling them to indulge with sustainable and fuel-efficient models.

As per our analysts at KD Market Insights, the following five players lead the Asia-Pacific Active Grille Shutter market growth:

• Aisin Corp
• Continental AG
• HBPO GmbH
• Magna International Inc
• Röchling Group

Active Grille Shutter Market Competitive Landscape

Some of the key players who top the global Active Grille Shutter market share:

• Stoneridge
• Mahle
• Denso
• Schaeffler
• Johnson Electric
• Hyundai Mobis
• BorgWarner
• Faurecia
• Delphi Automotive
• Valeo
• Magna
• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
• Nissens
• Wabco
• TRW Automotive

1. Executive Summary
   1. Market Overview
   2. Key Findings
   3. Market Trends
   4. Market Outlook
2. Introduction
   1. Scope of the Report
   2. Research Methodology
   3. Definitions and Assumptions
   4. Acronyms and Abbreviations
3. Market Dynamics
   1. Drivers
   2. Restraints
   3. Opportunities
   4. Challenges
4. Global Active Grille Shutter Market
   1. Market Overview
   2. Market Size and Forecast
   3. Market Segmentation
      1. By Product type
      2. By Vehicle type
      3. By Vanes type
      4. By Region
5. Market Segmentation by Product type
   1. Visible Active Grille Shutter
   2. Non-Visible Active Grille Shutter
6. Market Segmentation by Vehicle type
   1. Passenger car
   2. LCV
7. Market Segmentation by Vanes type
   1. Horizontal Vanes
   2. Vertical Vanes
8. Regional Analysis
   1. North America
      1. United States
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      2. Canada
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      3. Mexico
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
   2. Europe
      1. United Kingdom
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      2. Germany
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      3. France
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      4. Italy
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      5. Spain
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      6. Rest of Europe
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
   3. Asia Pacific
      1. China
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      2. Japan
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      3. India
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      4. Australia
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
         4. South Korea
         5. Market Size and Forecast
         6. Key Trends and Developments
         7. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      5. Rest of Asia Pacific
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
   4. Latin America
      1. Brazil
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      2. Argentina
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      3. Colombia
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      4. Rest of Latin America
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
   5. Middle East & Africa
      1. South Africa
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      2. Saudi Arabia
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      3. UAE
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
      4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
         1. Market Size and Forecast
         2. Key Trends and Developments
         3. Market Analysis by Product type, Vehicle type, and Vanes type
9. Competitive Landscape
   1. Market Share Analysis
   2. Company Profiles
      1. Stoneridge
      2. Mahle
      3. Denso
      4. Schaeffler
      5. Johnson Electric
      6. Hyundai Mobis
      7. BorgWarner
      8. Faurecia
      9. Delphi Automotive
      10. Valeo
      11. Magna
      12. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
      13. Nissens
      14. Wabco
      15. TRW Automotive
      16. Others
10. Strategic Recommendations
11. Appendix
    1. List of Tables
    2. List of Figures
12. References