The global Automatic Emergency Call (eCall) system market is estimated to grow at a healthy CAGR of around 11.2% during the forecast period of 2022–2029.
Automatic Emergency Call (eCall) system is an emergency service that automatically sends alerts to emergency services in the event of a vehicle crash. It is designed to reduce the response time for emergency services and increase the chances of survival. The system is also used to provide medical information and facilitate medical assistance.
The increasing awareness about safety and security, as well as the need for improved emergency response services, is driving the growth of the Automatic Emergency Call (eCall) system market. The development of eCall technology, such as in-vehicle emergency call systems, has improved the effectiveness of emergency response services.
Furthermore, government initiatives, such as the eCall Europe initiative, are driving the adoption of the Automatic Emergency Call (eCall) system. This initiative aims to reduce casualties in road traffic accidents in Europe by mandating the installation of eCall systems in all new vehicles by 2021.
Key players in the Automatic Emergency Call (eCall) system market include Continental AG, Intersil Corporation, Robert Bosch GmbH, NXP Semiconductors, DENSO Corporation, STMicroelectronics, AT&T Inc., Telit, Delphi Automotive PLC, Microsoft Corporation, and Kia Motors. These companies are focusing on mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, and product launches to gain a competitive edge in the market.
Continental AG, for instance, recently announced the launch of its eCall solution, which is designed to integrate all emergency services in one package. The solution is designed to meet the European Union’s eCall Regulation, which mandates the installation of eCall systems in new vehicles by 2021.
Overall, the increasing demand for improved safety and security features and government initiatives are expected to drive the growth of the Automatic Emergency Call (eCall) system market during the forecast period.