Introduction – Addressing Core Industry Pain Points
The global automotive safety industry faces a persistent challenge: reducing traffic accident mortality and injury severity by ensuring rapid, automatic emergency notification to public safety answering points (PSAPs) (emergency services: ambulance, fire, police). In severe accidents, occupants may be unconscious, unable to call for help, or unable to provide accurate location (highway, rural area, unfamiliar city). Traditional manual emergency calls (mobile phone) are often delayed (5-15 minutes), inaccurate (poor location), or impossible (unconscious driver). Automakers, regulators, and safety organizations increasingly demand eCall terminals—the on-board emergency call system composed of an on-board eCall terminal, mobile communication network (2G/3G/4G/5G), and PSAP call center, which can effectively improve timeliness of traffic accident rescue and reduce accident casualty rate (estimated 40-50% reduction in response time, 10-20% reduction in fatalities). The eCall terminal is a car-grade product (AEC-Q100, ISO 26262 ASIL B) and can still work normally after the vehicle encounters a violent collision (battery backup, redundant antenna, crash-resistant housing). Even if the eCall system fails due to an accident, once it detects that automatic triggering conditions are met (airbag deployment, severe deceleration (G-force threshold), rollover), the eCall system will try to make an emergency call to the maximum extent, report minimum data information (MSD: location (GPS/BeiDou), time, direction, vehicle type, fuel type, number of seatbelts) and establish a two-way voice call. Triggering methods include manual triggering (eCall button or voice call in the car) and automatic triggering (in-car sensor detects collision and airbag deployment). The system combines global positioning system (GPS or BeiDou) to accurately obtain vehicle location information and transmit to the emergency rescue center in the nearest area. Global Leading Market Research Publisher QYResearch announces the release of its latest report “eCall Terminal – Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2026-2032″. Based on current situation and impact historical analysis (2021-2025) and forecast calculations (2026-2032), this report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global eCall Terminal market, including market size, share, demand, industry development status, and forecasts for the next few years.
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Market Sizing & Growth Trajectory
The global market for eCall Terminal was estimated to be worth US$ 2,154 million in 2025 and is projected to reach US$ 4,711 million, growing at a CAGR of 12.0% from 2026 to 2032. In 2024, the global eCall terminal production reached 22.44 million units, with an average selling price of approximately US$ 95.95 per unit (based on US$2,154M/22.44M ≈ $96). According to QYResearch’s interim tracking (January–June 2026), the market is driven by: (1) EU eCall mandate (2018, all new passenger cars), (2) UK eCall mandate (2021), Russia ERA-GLONASS (2017), India (2023), UAE (2024), (3) China AECS (Automotive Emergency Call System) mandatory national standard (expected release 2025-2026, effective July 1, 2027). The automatic trigger segment (airbag deployment, G-force sensor) dominates (70-75% market share, safety-critical), with manual trigger (eCall button, voice) at 25-30%. Passenger cars account for 85-90% of demand, commercial vehicles (trucks, buses) 10-15%.
独家观察 – eCall vs. Next Generation (NG) eCall Technology
| Parameter | Traditional eCall (EU, 2018) | Next Generation (NG) eCall | Upgrade Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cellular network | 2G/3G (GSM, UMTS) | 4G/5G (LTE, NR) and IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem) | 4G/5G phase-out of 2G/3G (EU: 2025-2030), faster data |
| Transmission method | Voice channel (in-band modem, 1200 baud) | IMS (IP-based, concurrent voice + data) | Higher data rate (up to 100x), concurrent voice/data |
| Data capacity | 140 bytes (minimum set of data (MSD)) | >1KB (enhanced MSD: more sensors, images, video) | More information (crash severity, number of occupants, airbag deployment) |
| Voice call | After data transmission | Concurrent (voice + data) | Faster communication, no delay |
| PSAP compatibility | Requires legacy PSAP infrastructure | IP-based PSAP (NG112, NG911) | Future-proof, interoperable |
| Roaming | Supported (EU-wide) | Supported | Cross-border emergency |
| Deployment | EU (2018), UK (2021), Russia (ERA-GLONASS), India (2023), UAE (2024) | EU (NG eCall, 2023-2025), China (AECS, 2027 likely NG eCall) | Enhanced capabilities |
From a telematics manufacturing perspective (PCB assembly, GNSS, cellular module), eCall terminals differ from standard telematics control units (TCU) through: (1) redundant power supply (battery backup, supercapacitor for post-crash operation), (2) crash-resistant housing (mechanical robustness, vibration, shock, temperature (-40°C to 85°C)), (3) independent GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo) for location, (4) cellular module (2G/3G/4G/5G) with SIM, (5) in-band modem (traditional eCall) or IMS stack (NG eCall), (6) sensor interface (accelerometer (G-force), airbag deployment signal), (7) eCall button (manual trigger), (8) hands-free microphone/speaker (voice call), (9) self-test (diagnostic, status LED), (10) compliance testing (eCall regulation, PSAP interoperability).
Six-Month Trends (H1 2026)
Three trends reshape the market: (1) China AECS mandatory national standard – Expected release 2025-2026, effective July 1, 2027 (similar to EU eCall), requiring all new passenger cars sold in China to be equipped with eCall or NG eCall terminals, adding 25-30M vehicles/year (China new car sales), market size peak around 2027 (close to 100% penetration), gradually stabilizing thereafter; (2) NG eCall (4G/5G/IMS) adoption – EU NG eCall (2023-2025), China AECS likely NG eCall (4G/5G, IMS), enabling enhanced MSD (more data, images, video), concurrent voice/data, future 2G/3G phase-out; (3) eCall for commercial vehicles – Trucks, buses, coaches (hazardous goods, passenger transport) may be included in future mandates (EU, China), expanding market beyond passenger cars.
User Case Example – eCall Deployment, Germany
A German automaker (500,000 vehicles/year, 2018-2025) equipped all new passenger cars with eCall terminals (LG, Continental, Bosch) compliant with EU eCall regulation (2018/2025). Results (2025): 15,000+ eCall activations (10% manual, 90% automatic), average response time reduced from 10 minutes (manual mobile call) to 2 minutes (eCall), estimated 200 lives saved, €50M reduced societal cost (accident, injury, fatality). Customer satisfaction (eCall) 4.8/5.0.
Technical Challenge – Post-Crash Survivability and PSAP Interoperability
A key technical challenge for eCall terminal manufacturers is ensuring post-crash survivability (battery backup, antenna, GNSS, cellular module) after severe collision (airbag deployment, high G-force, deformation) and interoperability with multiple PSAPs (public safety answering points) across regions (different standards, protocols, languages):
| Parameter | Requirement | Impact of Failure | Mitigation Strategy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery backup | >10-60 minutes (post-crash, main battery disconnected) | No eCall after crash (fatal) | Redundant battery (Li-ion, supercapacitor), low-power mode (GNSS, cellular), charge maintenance (main battery) |
| Antenna redundancy | Primary + secondary (diversity) | Antenna damaged in crash → no cellular, no GNSS | Secondary antenna (opposite side of vehicle, roof, rear window), GNSS dead reckoning (IMU, wheel speed) |
| Mechanical robustness (crash) | Vibration (10-2000Hz, 10G), shock (50G, half-sine), temperature (-40°C to 85°C) | eCall terminal damaged → no eCall | Automotive-grade components (AEC-Q100), potting (conformal coating), ruggedized housing (aluminum, steel) |
| PSAP interoperability (multiple countries) | Support EU eCall (112), NG eCall (IMS), Russia ERA-GLONASS, China AECS, India, UAE | No eCall when roaming (cross-border) | Multi-standard support (software-defined), OTA updates (add new standards), SIM (multiple profiles) |
| MSD (minimum set of data) | Accurate location (GPS/BeiDou, ±10-50m), vehicle ID, time, direction, airbag deployment | Incorrect location → delayed rescue, fatal | Multi-GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo), dead reckoning (IMU, wheel speed), cellular triangulation (A-GPS) |
Testing: eCall terminals validated to EU eCall (CEN/TS 16454), NG eCall (ETSI TS 126 269, TS 126 270), Russia ERA-GLONASS (GOST R 54620), China AECS (draft). PSAP interoperability testing (simulated calls, MSD verification, voice quality).
独家观察 – Manual vs. Automatic Trigger
| Parameter | Manual Trigger | Automatic Trigger |
|---|---|---|
| Market share (2025) | 25-30% | 70-75% |
| Activation method | eCall button (physical, touchscreen), voice command (e.g., “Hey Mercedes, call emergency”) | Airbag deployment (detection), G-force sensor (deceleration > 10-20G), rollover sensor, crash detection (algorithm) |
| Response time | 10-30 seconds (driver must press button) | <1 second (automatic) |
| Accuracy (false positives) | None (intentional) | Low (false trigger risk: pothole, curb, minor collision) |
| Use case | Driver conscious, minor accident, witness | Driver unconscious, severe accident, airbag deployment |
| Data transmission | MSD + voice | MSD (automatic) + voice (if occupant responds) |
| PSAP call | Immediate | Immediate |
| Regulatory requirement | EU eCall (manual button optional), China AECS (likely both) | EU eCall (mandatory), China AECS (likely mandatory) |
| Key suppliers (manual) | All eCall terminal manufacturers | All eCall terminal manufacturers (sensor interface, crash algorithm) |
Downstream Demand & Competitive Landscape
Applications span: Passenger Cars (sedans, SUVs, hatchbacks, coupes, convertibles – largest segment, 85-90%, mandated in EU, UK, Russia, India, UAE, China (2027)), Commercial Vehicles (trucks, buses, coaches – 10-15%, voluntary or future mandate). Key players: LG (Korea, telematics), Continental (Germany, eCall), Bosch (Germany, eCall), Valeo (France), Denso (Japan), Harman International (US, Samsung), ACTIA Nordic (Sweden), Ficosa (Panasonic, Spain/Japan), Yaxon Connect (China), FIH Mobile Limited (China, Foxconn), Huawei (China, NG eCall), Flaircomm Microelectronics (China), Yaxon (China), Gosuncn (China), Wuhan Intest Electronic Technology (Xingmin ITS, China), Neusoft Corporation (China), Beijing Jingwei Hirain Technologies (China), Ningbo Joyson Electronic Corp. (China), Quectel Wireless Solutions (China, cellular modules). The market is dominated by European (Continental, Bosch, Valeo, ACTIA) and Korean/Japanese (LG, Denso, Panasonic, Harman) Tier-1 suppliers, with Chinese suppliers (Huawei, Yaxon, Flaircomm, Gosuncn, Intest, Neusoft, Jingwei Hirain, Joyson, Quectel) gaining share in domestic China market ahead of AECS mandate (2027).
Segmentation Summary
The eCall Terminal market is segmented as below:
Segment by Trigger – Manual Trigger (25-30%, eCall button, voice), Automatic Trigger (70-75%, airbag deployment, G-force sensor)
Segment by Vehicle Type – Passenger Cars (largest, 85-90%), Commercial Vehicles (10-15%)
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