Market Forecast By Type (Laminated, Tempered), By Application (Windshield, Sidelite & Backlite, Side & Rearview Mirror), By Smart Glass (Technology, Application), By Vehicle Type (Passenger Car, Light Commercial Vehicles, Heavy Commercial Vehicles, Electric Vehicles) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC4565484 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 26 | |
Report Name | South Korea Automotive Glass Market |
Forecast period | 2025-2031 |
CAGR | 9.8% |
Growing Sector | Automotive |
The South Korea Automotive Glass Market Report thoroughly covers the market by Type, by Application, by Smart Glass, and by Vehicle Type. The South Korea Automotive Glass Market Outlook report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing South Korea Automotive Glass Market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers. This would help stakeholders devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
The South Korea Automotive Glass market is projected to witness substantial growth driven by increasing vehicle production and rising popularity of advanced and smart automotive glass technologies. The automotive glass market growth is propelled by the relentless innovation in automotive design, safety standards and comfort features.
According to 6Wresearch, South Korea Automotive Glass Market size is projected to grow at a CARG of 9.8% during 2025-2031. The rising demand for various types of automotive glass, owing to increasing safety and design considerations, fuels the market growth. More sophisticated glass types are required for new vehicle models, leading to increased use of laminated and tempered glass. Ongoing enhancements in smart glass technology and the rise of electric vehicles further propel market growth.
In addition, the high frequency of vehicle upgrades and replacements are driving the automotive glass market in South Korea. However, despite the growing demand for Automotive Glass in South Korea, the market faces several challenges such as increasing cost pressures from raw materials, energy prices, labor costs, and manufacturing expenses can impact profit margins in the automotive glass industry. Balancing quality, innovation, and cost competitiveness while meeting customer demands for affordable yet high-quality glass products presents a significant challenge for market participants.
The South Korea Automotive Glass Market is witnessing significant growth, with key players like Samsung, LG, and Hyundai Mobis. These industry leaders are known for their innovative and durable automotive glass solutions. They focus on innovative designs and customer-centric strategies to strengthen their market positions. Their automotive glass products are renowned for performance, safety, and durability.
The South Korea government enforces regulations and standards related to automotive safety, including specifications for automotive glass quality, durability, and impact resistance. Compliance with these regulations is mandatory for manufacturers and suppliers operating in the automotive glass market to ensure the safety of vehicles and passengers. The government may offer incentives, grants, or funding opportunities to support research and development activities in the automotive glass sector. These incentives promote innovation, technology advancement, and product development, fostering a competitive edge for companies investing in R&D efforts.
The integration of smart glass technologies in vehicles is expected to gain momentum, driven by consumer demand for enhanced comfort, safety, and connectivity features. Smart glass solutions that offer adjustable tinting, augmented reality displays, and interactive functionalities are likely to become mainstream in future automotive designs, transforming the driving experience. The emphasis on light weighting vehicles to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions will drive the adoption of advanced materials in automotive glass manufacturing. Innovations in lightweight glass composites, thinner glass layers, and aerodynamic designs will contribute to overall vehicle weight reduction without compromising on safety or structural integrity.
According to Ravi Bhandari, Research Head, 6Wresearch, the Laminated segment is witnessing rapid growth due to its superior safety features and durability. Laminated glass is increasingly used in windshields and sidelites for its capability to remain intact even after a severe impact, thus protecting the passengers from injury.
In the South Korea Automotive Glass Market, the Windshield application drives the most demand due to its critical role in vehicle safety. Advanced windshield designs incorporate smart glass technologies providing enhanced visibility, glare reduction and integrated displays.
The Technology segment is witnessing rapid growth driven by offering features like electrochromism, thermochromism, and liquid crystal technology that enable glass panels to switch between opaque and transparent states.
The Passenger Car segment is witnessing rapid growth driven by increasing passenger car sales in South Korea. Advanced and smart automotive glass is increasingly being incorporated into passenger car designs, contributing to improved safety, comfort and aesthetic appeal.
The report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
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 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Overview |
3.1 South Korea Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 South Korea Automotive Glass Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 South Korea Automotive Glass Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Smart Glass, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Vehicle Type, 2021 & 2031F |
4 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for safety features in automobiles, leading to the use of advanced automotive glass technologies. |
4.2.2 Growing trend towards lightweight vehicles to enhance fuel efficiency, driving the demand for specialty automotive glass. |
4.2.3 Rising disposable income levels and changing consumer preferences towards premium vehicles, boosting the demand for high-quality automotive glass. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting the overall manufacturing cost of automotive glass. |
4.3.2 Stringent government regulations regarding vehicle safety standards, which may increase the production cost for automotive glass manufacturers. |
4.3.3 Intense competition among automotive glass manufacturers leading to pricing pressures and margin erosion. |
5 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Trends |
6 South Korea Automotive Glass Market, By Types |
6.1 South Korea Automotive Glass Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Laminated, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Tempered, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 South Korea Automotive Glass Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Windshield, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Sidelite & Backlite, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Side & Rearview Mirror, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 South Korea Automotive Glass Market, By Smart Glass |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Technology, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 South Korea Automotive Glass Market, By Vehicle Type |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Passenger Car, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Light Commercial Vehicles, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Heavy Commercial Vehicles, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.5 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric Vehicles, 2021 - 2031F |
7 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of automotive glass products in the South Korea market. |
8.2 Adoption rate of advanced automotive glass technologies in new vehicle models. |
8.3 Percentage of vehicles equipped with specialty automotive glass features. |
8.4 Research and development expenditure by automotive glass manufacturers in South Korea. |
8.5 Customer satisfaction index related to the quality and durability of automotive glass products. |
9 South Korea Automotive Glass Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Opportunity Assessment, By Smart Glass, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Opportunity Assessment, By Vehicle Type, 2021 & 2031F |
10 South Korea Automotive Glass Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 South Korea Automotive Glass Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |