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Automotive Headliner Market Size

ID: MRFR//4250-HCR | 100 Pages | Author: Swapnil Palwe| November 2024

The automotive headliner market is a dynamic industry that involves the interior aesthetics and functionality of vehicles. The dynamics of this market are influenced by various factors including consumers’ choices, technology advancement, regulatory obligations, and economic trends.

One major factor shaping market dynamics is the ever-changing market demand for modern automotive interiors. In their bid to cater to more style-conscious buyers, car makers have had no option but to use sophisticated materials and innovative technologies in making headliners. This has led a shift from traditional materials to lighter alternatives such as composite materials and high-tech fabrics.

Technology also significantly influences the market dynamics of the auto-headliner industry. One major trend is that these components now include built-in lights, acoustic or thermal insulation system’s connectivity options among others. Car makers are moving towards designing headliners that contribute not only to overall comfort but also to connected driving experience with futuristic feeling.

Safety regulations as well as emission standards have impacted on the market dynamics of Automotive Headliners in a big way too. These days manufacturers are spending heavily on Research & Development (R&D) activities aimed at coming up with headliner materials that meet safety requirements while protecting the environment. As such eco-friendly automotive solutions have been adopted through utilization of sustainable and recyclable inputs worldwide.

Economic issues also influence the changing nature of markets. When prices fluctuate in relation to raw materials, labor costs and macroeconomic situation, it will affect production cost for automobile head linings in general. Such players thus need to juggle with affordability bearing in mind quality assurance they should give for their products amidst all those economic variables.

Furthermore global trends also shape the dynamics of this sector such as electric vehicle (EV). It means that there is a need for designers who can develop energy efficient headliners which match these changes seen in EVs; hence lightweight material usage alongside better cooling systems become important attributes here.

Moreover, geography of automotive production and consumers’ preferences in different regions also have an impact on market dynamics. Climate, culture as well as regulatory frameworks vary thus. So, customized headliners are needed to cater for all these diverse markets.

Covered Aspects:

Report Attribute/Metric Details
Market Size Value In 2022 USD 8.8 Billion
Market Size Value In 2023 USD 9.2 Billion
Growth Rate 5.0% (2023-2032)

Automotive Headliner Market Overview:


The Automotive Headliner Market size was valued at USD 9.2 Billion in 2023. The Automotive Headliner industry is projected to grow from USD 9.66 Billion in 2024 to USD 13.7 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.46% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). Automotive Headliner Market Size was valued at USD 8.8 Billion in 2022. Rising demand for high-tech headliners in luxury vehicles, increased demand for interior aesthetics, amenities that give the impression of quality and convenience, and government regulations requiring light weight and safety are the key market drivers enhancing the market growth.


Automotive Headliner Market


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Automotive Headliners Market Trends




  • Sustainability & efficiency driving developments in automotive headliners is driving the market growth




Market CAGR for automotive headliners is driven by sustainability & efficiency driving development in automotive headliners. Efficiency and sustainability are important factors that makers of vehicle components take into account.  In the automotive sector, recyclability and weight reduction are important considerations. The Woodbridge Group unveiled StrataLiner NET headlining material, which, in comparison to rival composite materials, delivers greater acoustics, weight reduction of up to 40%, and superior environmental stability for the finished assembly. This invention paved the way for the StrataLiner NET, which delivers comparable features in a smaller footprint.


With the same great forming and acoustical performance qualities offered by polyurethane solutions, the product provides OEMs with an inexpensive alternative to traditional fiberglass and polypropylene composite materials.  The development of low-mass technologies helps this innovation. Additionally, the polyurethane foam components offered by the GreenLite environmental initiative offer comparable performance and quality with significant weight savings.  This technology addresses important issues affecting the automotive industry, such as fuel efficiency.


Low-cost, high-performance solutions are needed to improve product performance. The method is compatible with side curtain airbags, thinner cross-sections, better acoustics, increased surface quality, and greater design flexibility.  Industry offerings can be delivered as whole systems or as separate components to satisfy consumer needs. Long-term possibilities for participants in the automotive headliners market space are projected to be created by this trend. Thus, driving the automotive headliners' market revenue.


Automotive Headliners Market Segment Insights:


Automotive Headliners Material Type Insights


The global automotive headliners market segmentation, based on material type, includes fabric, polyester and plastic.  The fabric segment dominated the market, accounting for 35% of market revenue. Due to the demand for environmentally friendly and lightweight materials, this segment has a high size. Foam-backed fabrics are mostly utilized around the globe. Some popular cloth headliners are perforated vinyl, synthetic fabric, cotton-napped cloth, and foam-backed cloth.


Automotive Headliners Vehicle Type Insights


The global automotive headliners market segmentation, based on vehicle type, includes passenger vehicle and commercial vehicle. In 2022, the passenger vehicle sector led the overall market for automotive headliners.  The rising demand for passenger vehicle interior components drives this market segment. Additionally, passenger automobiles must adhere to stricter safety rules compared to commercial cars. These elements are behind the expansion of the passenger vehicle market.


Figure 1: Automotive Headliners Market by Vehicle Type, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)


Automotive Headliners Market by Vehicle Type, 2022 & 2032


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Automotive Headliners Regional Insights


By region, the study provides market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Rest of the World.  Up until 2032, Asia Pacific is expected to maintain its market dominance. The region's rising population and urbanization are the main factors driving the expansion of the automotive headliner market there. The demand for passenger cars has surged due to China's emergence as a major global manufacturing center. The accessibility of raw materials and cheap labor boost the production of insulating products in the area.


Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The US, Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.


Figure 2: Automotive Headliner Market Share By Region 2022 (USD Billion)


Automotive Headliner Market Share By Region 2022


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Europe's automotive headliners market accounts for the second-largest market share. Many automakers do design, R&D, testing, and manufacturing facilities for engines and transmissions in the nation. Further, the German automotive headliners market held the largest market share, and the UK automotive headliners market was the fastest-growing market in the European region.


The North America Automotive Headliners Market is expected to grow fastest from 2023 to 2032. One of the world's biggest automobile marketplaces is in the United States. Light vehicle sales in the United States surpassed 17 million units in 2018, reaching this milestone for the fourth year. The world's second-largest market for car sales and production is the United States. More than 400,000 American jobs are held by USUS affiliates of automobile businesses with foreign ownership that is predominant. Moreover, US automotive headliners market held the largest market share, and the Canadian automotive headliners market was the fastest-growing market in the North American region.  


Automotive Headliners Key Market Players & Competitive Insights


Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development to expand their product lines, which will help the automotive headliner market grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking various strategic activities to expand their global footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. The automotive headliner industry must offer cost-effective items to expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate.


Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics manufacturers use in the global automotive headliner industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the automotive headliner industry has offered some of the most significant advantages to medicine. Major players in the automotive headliner market, including Grupo Antolin (Spain), Toyota Boshoku Corporation (Japan), InterActiveCorp (USUS), Oracle Lighting, IAC Group, Lear Corporation (USUS), UGN Inc. (Japan), Sage Automotive Interiors (USUS), Glen Raven Inc. (USUS), Cindus Corp (USUS), Johns Manville (USUS) and Motus Integrated Technologies (USUS), are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.


ORACLE Lighting has been creating personalized lighting solutions using the most recent lighting technology since 1999.  Oracle Lighting, based just outside of New Orleans, has won many groups' recognition for its business practices. Most recently, it won the SEMA Manufacturer of the Year Award in 2021 and the SEMA YEN Vanguard Award for its significant contribution to the automobile industry. Oracle Lighting unveiled the new StarLINER ColorSHIFT Fibre Optic hardtop headliner in October 2020 after being selected the Jefferson Parish Small Business of the Year by JEDCO in 2012. The Gladiator JTJT and Wrangler JL vehicle models are the only ones for which the product has been expressly built.


The IAC Group has its corporate headquarters in Luxembourg and runs over 40 manufacturing facilities throughout 15 nations, with 13 technical, engineering, and business centers. Nearly all of the main OEMs support them globally. IAC Group creates boldly designed and gracefully manufactured mobile environments that elevate the best in smart, sustainable technology. International Automotive Components (IAC Group) stated in July 2019 that their presence would grow in the UK. Expanding the headliner production factory in Elmdon is expected to help with this.


Key Companies in the automotive headliner market include



  • Grupo Antolin (Spain)

  • Toyota Boshoku Corporation (Japan)

  • InterActiveCorp (US)-

  • Oracle Lighting

  • IAC Group

  • Lear Corporation (USUS.)

  • UGN Inc. (Japan)

  • Sage Automotive Interiors (US)

  • Glen Raven Inc. (US.)

  • Cindus Corp (US)

  • Johns Manville (U.S.)

  • Motus Integrated Technologies (US)


Automotive Headliners Industry Developments


August 2018: In the US state of Alabama, Grupo Antolin established a manufacturing facility to create cockpits, trim, doors, headliners, and lighting for automotive interiors. Therefore, Grupo Antolin became a part of Alabama's lively and developing auto industry, including three assembly factories, an engine facility, and a wide network of suppliers.


August 2019: Janesville Fibre Solutions, which offers high-performance designed acoustical and thermal fiber vehicle solutions, was bought by Motus Integrated. This helped Motus expand both its geographic reach and its line of products.


November 2020: To use more environmentally friendly materials in the automotive industry, SEAT debuted Ku-Fizz at its second Innovation Day, a unique physical foam technology for car headliners that lightens plastic parts.


Automotive Headliners Market Segmentation:


Automotive Headliners Material Type Outlook



  • Fabric

  • Polyester

  • Plastic


Automotive Headliners Vehicle Type Outlook



  • Passenger Vehicle

  • Commercial Vehicle


Automotive Headliners Regional Outlook



  • North America

    • US

    • Canada



  • Europe

    • Germany

    • France

    • UK

    • Italy

    • Spain

    • Rest of Europe



  • Asia-Pacific

    • China

    • Japan

    • India

    • Australia

    • South Korea

    • Australia

    • Rest of Asia-Pacific



  • Rest of the World

    • Middle East

    • Africa

    • Latin America



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