| Product Code: ETC7633220 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Ireland`s lightweight car import market experienced a significant shift in concentration levels from moderate to low in 2024, reflecting increased competition among exporting countries. Germany, Czechia, UK, South Korea, and Spain emerged as the top contributors to import shipments, showcasing a diverse sourcing strategy. The impressive CAGR of 20.17% (2020-24) and notable growth rate of 18.19% (2023-24) indicate a healthy market expansion and demand for lightweight vehicles in Ireland. Manufacturers and exporters should continue to closely monitor market dynamics and consumer preferences to capitalize on this growth trend.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Lightweight Car Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Lightweight Car Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material types, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Manufacturing Process, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer demand for fuel-efficient vehicles |
4.2.2 Government incentives and subsidies for purchasing lightweight cars |
4.2.3 Growing awareness and concern for environmental sustainability |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Higher initial cost of lightweight cars compared to traditional vehicles |
4.3.2 Limited availability of lightweight car models in the market |
4.3.3 Concerns regarding the safety and durability of lightweight materials used in car manufacturing |
5 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Trends |
6 Ireland Lightweight Car Market, By Types |
6.1 Ireland Lightweight Car Market, By Material types |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, By Material types, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, By Metals, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, By Composites, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, By Plastics, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Ireland Lightweight Car Market, By Manufacturing Process |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, By Extrusion, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, By Stamping, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, By Forging, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, By Casting, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Ireland Lightweight Car Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, By Structural, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, By Powertrain, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, By Interior, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenues & Volume, By Exterior, 2021- 2031F |
7 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average fuel efficiency improvement rate of lightweight cars in Ireland |
8.2 Percentage of government initiatives supporting the adoption of lightweight vehicles |
8.3 Number of new lightweight car models introduced in the Irish market |
8.4 Average lifespan and maintenance cost comparison between lightweight and traditional cars in Ireland |
8.5 Adoption rate of lightweight cars among fleet companies in Ireland |
9 Ireland Lightweight Car Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material types, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Opportunity Assessment, By Manufacturing Process, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Lightweight Car Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Lightweight Car Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |