Global Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market By Vehicle Type (Passenger Cars v/s Commercial Vehicles), By Technology (Camera-Based, Fusion-Based, Light Detection And Ranging (Lidar)-Based, Radio Detection And Ranging (Radar)), By Component (Actuators, Audible Buzzers, Controllers, Sensors, Visual Indicators), By Operating System (High Speed-Inter Urban AEB Systems, Low Speed-City AEB Systems, Pedestrian-VRU (Vulnerable Road Users) AEB Systems), By Application (Forward Emergency Braking, Reverse Emergency Braking, Multi-directional Braking), By Region, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2021-2031F

Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size (2025)	USD 54.83 Billion
CAGR (2026-2031)	17.77%
Fastest Growing Segment	Actuators
Largest Market	North America
Market Size (2031)	USD 146.29 Billion

Market Overview

The Global Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market will grow from USD 54.83 Billion in 2025 to USD 146.29 Billion by 2031 at a 17.77% CAGR. The Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) system utilizes advanced sensors to monitor vehicle surroundings and autonomously apply braking force when a collision is imminent and the driver fails to respond. The market is primarily supported by rigorous government safety mandates and the necessity of AEB for favorable NCAP safety ratings, which act as structural pillars for adoption. Additionally, insurance incentives for collision avoidance technologies further solidify demand. According to the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, in 2024, front automatic emergency braking prevalence is projected to reach 47% of registered vehicles by 2027.

Nevertheless, a significant challenge impeding market expansion is the substantial cost related to sensor integration and maintenance. AEB components are often situated in vulnerable exterior locations, resulting in high replacement and recalibration expenses after even minor incidents. This financial burden, compounded by occasional performance degradation in adverse weather conditions, creates a barrier to universal adoption in cost-sensitive vehicle segments.

Key Market Drivers

The implementation of stringent government regulations mandating AEB installation functions as the paramount driver for the Global Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market. Regulatory bodies are transitioning from voluntary safety assessments to compulsory standards to ensure minimum safety thresholds across all vehicle tiers. For example, the United States recently finalized decisive rules to mandate this technology on new passenger vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), April 2024, in the 'NHTSA Finalizes Key Safety Rule' press release, the new standard for automatic emergency braking is projected to save at least 360 lives a year when fully implemented. This legislative momentum obliges automakers to standardize sensor hardware, securing a consistent revenue stream for component suppliers and ensuring rapid market penetration.

Simultaneously, the rising global incidence of road traffic accidents and pedestrian fatalities compels the automotive sector to prioritize active collision avoidance systems. As urban environments become denser, the frequency of hazardous interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users has intensified, creating a critical functional requirement for automated intervention. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, February 2024, in the 'Pedestrian Traffic Fatalities by State' report, pedestrian deaths have risen 77% since 2010, highlighting a safety crisis that manual driving alone cannot resolve. This statistical reality drives consumer and regulatory demand for AEB systems. However, technological efficacy remains a focal point for development; according to the American Automobile Association (AAA), in 2024, reverse AEB systems automatically applied brakes in 65% of test runs, suggesting that while adoption is vital, further innovation in sensor reliability is essential to fully address accident risks.

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Key Market Challenges

The substantial financial burden associated with the maintenance, repair, and sensor recalibration of Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) systems acts as a formidable restraint on market growth. Because essential AEB hardware, such as radar and cameras, is frequently mounted in vulnerable exterior positions like front bumpers and windshields, these components are highly susceptible to damage during even minor traffic incidents. Consequently, vehicle owners face disproportionately high repair bills for low-speed collisions that would otherwise require minimal bodywork, thereby increasing the total cost of ownership and creating a barrier to entry for price-sensitive consumers and fleet operators.

This economic pressure is quantitatively evidenced by recent industry data regarding repair expenses. According to the American Automobile Association, in 2023, the average cost to replace components specifically associated with driver assistance systems in a minor front collision was approximately $1,540. Such elevated expenses complicate the value proposition for economy vehicle segments, where margins are tight and buyers are highly responsive to upfront and long-term costs. The requirement for specialized facilities to perform precise sensor recalibration further exacerbates these operational costs, limiting market penetration in regions with less developed automotive service infrastructure.

Key Market Trends

The Adoption of Deep Learning Algorithms for Enhanced Object Classification is reshaping the market by enabling single-sensor solutions to meet rigorous safety standards. Unlike traditional rule-based programming, advanced neural networks allow vision-based AEB systems to distinguish complex scenarios, such as pedestrians in low-contrast environments, without necessarily requiring expensive radar or LiDAR hardware. This software-defined approach is gaining commercial traction for its ability to achieve regulatory compliance through massive real-world data training rather than hardware proliferation. For instance, according to SAE International, October 2025, in the 'Mobileye ready to meet FMVSS 127 with vision-only system' article, Mobileye’s AI-driven AEB technology was validated through approximately 200,000 hours of driving across 11 million kilometers to demonstrate compliance with stricter regulatory thresholds.

Conversely, the Deployment of Solid-State LiDAR and 4D Imaging Radar Sensors is accelerating within the premium vehicle segment to provide physical redundancy and superior long-range detection. Automakers are increasingly integrating these high-fidelity sensors to overcome the limitations of cameras in adverse weather and to support higher levels of vehicle autonomy where absolute depth precision is critical. This hardware expansion is driven by the commercialization of cost-effective solid-state architectures that are now entering mass production scales. According to Luminar Technologies, March 2025, in the 'Q4 2024 Business Update', the company projects that its LiDAR shipments will at least triple in 2025 as integration expands across consumer vehicle lines like the Volvo EX90.

Segmental Insights

The Actuators segment is emerging as the fastest-growing category in the Global Autonomous Emergency Braking System Market. This trend is driven by the fundamental role actuators play in converting electronic alerts into physical braking force. As safety institutions like the European New Car Assessment Programme establish stricter collision avoidance standards, automakers are integrating responsive components to ensure immediate vehicle deceleration. Consequently, the push for compliance with these rigorous safety ratings has accelerated the demand for reliable actuation mechanisms that function effectively during critical emergency situations without driver input.

Regional Insights

North America holds the leading position in the global Autonomous Emergency Braking System market, driven largely by stringent safety standards and regulatory mandates. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has played a pivotal role by prioritizing regulations that require the inclusion of automatic braking technologies in new vehicles to mitigate collision risks. Furthermore, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) actively influences automotive manufacturing through strict safety ratings that favor AEB integration. This regulatory environment, combined with high consumer demand for advanced safety features, secures North America's status as the primary regional market.

Recent Developments

• In April 2025, Bosch unveiled a new generation of radar sensors featuring its first in-house developed system-on-chip (SoC) during the Auto Shanghai exhibition. This technological breakthrough integrated high-frequency and digital circuits onto a single chip using RF CMOS technology, resulting in significantly improved performance and efficiency within a compact design. The new sensors were engineered to enhance object detection for critical functions such as Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), particularly in complex urban driving scenarios. This launch marked a major milestone in the Global Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market, enabling the supplier to offer flexible, cost-effective safety solutions to mass-market manufacturers.
• In March 2025, Volkswagen Group entered into an extensive collaboration with Mobileye to accelerate the deployment of automated driving technologies across its global automotive brands. The partnership involves integrating Mobileye’s advanced driving platforms, specifically "SuperVision" and "Chauffeur," into future vehicle models to enhance driver assistance functions, including Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB). This strategic alliance directly impacts the Global Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market by driving the mass adoption of vision-based sensing and mapping technologies. The initiative reflects the automotive manufacturer's commitment to rapidly scaling advanced safety and convenience systems in its fleet.
• In September 2024, ZF Aftermarket introduced a new high-performance smart camera designed to bring advanced safety capabilities to the independent automotive aftermarket. Launched during the Automechanika Frankfurt trade fair, this innovation enables critical functions such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) for popular vehicle models like the Nissan Leaf. This product launch expanded the Global Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market by making original equipment-level safety technology accessible for vehicle maintenance and upgrades. The smart camera provides high-resolution object recognition, ensuring precise environmental detection for enhanced road safety.
• In January 2024, Luminar Technologies showcased its advanced "Proactive Safety" system at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), utilizing the high-performance Iris+ LiDAR sensor. The company demonstrated the system's capability to execute Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and Automatic Emergency Steering (AES) at high speeds to prevent collisions without driver intervention. This development was significant for the Global Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market, as it highlighted the superiority of LiDAR-based detection over traditional camera and radar solutions in complex scenarios. The demonstration underscored the company's progress in integrating long-range sensing technology into production vehicles to elevate industry safety standards.

Key Market Players

• Robert Bosch GmbH
• Continental AG
• ZF Friedrichshafen AG
• DENSO Corporation
• Hyundai Mobis Co., Ltd
• Aptiv PLC
• Autoliv Inc.
• Valeo SA
• Magna International Inc.
• Mobileye Global Inc.

By Vehicle Type	By Technology	By Component	By Operating System	By Application	By Region
Passenger Cars v/s Commercial Vehicles	Camera-Based Fusion-Based Light Detection And Ranging (Lidar)-Based Radio Detection And Ranging (Radar)	Actuators Audible Buzzers Controllers Sensors Visual Indicators	High Speed-Inter Urban AEB Systems Low Speed-City AEB Systems Pedestrian-VRU (Vulnerable Road Users) AEB Systems	Forward Emergency Braking Reverse Emergency Braking Multi-directional Braking	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

• Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market, By Vehicle Type:

• Passenger Cars v/s Commercial Vehicles

• Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market, By Technology:

• Camera-Based
• Fusion-Based
• Light Detection And Ranging (Lidar)-Based
• Radio Detection And Ranging (Radar)

• Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market, By Component:

• Actuators
• Audible Buzzers
• Controllers
• Sensors
• Visual Indicators

• Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market, By Operating System:

• High Speed-Inter Urban AEB Systems
• Low Speed-City AEB Systems
• Pedestrian-VRU (Vulnerable Road Users) AEB Systems

• Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market, By Application:

• Forward Emergency Braking
• Reverse Emergency Braking
• Multi-directional Braking

• Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEB) Market, By Region:

• North America
• United States
• Canada
• Mexico
• Europe
• France
• United Kingdom
• Italy
• Germany
• Spain
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Colombia
• Middle East & Africa
• South Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE