By 2030, 94% of New Cars Sold Will Be Connected: From Premium Feature to Industry Baseline
Overview:
The global connected car market continues to gain momentum, with 76% of new vehicles sold in Q2 2025 featuring embedded connectivity. By 2030, nearly every new car sold globally will be connected, as 5G adoption accelerates and software-defined platforms reshape the automotive landscape. China will remain the largest and fastest-moving market, achieving full connectivity well before the decade’s end. The US, India, Japan, and Europe, together with China, will account for over two-thirds of global connected car volumes. Connectivity is now the foundation for next-generation vehicles, enabling continuous software upgrades, advanced driver assistance, and unlocking new revenue streams that are redefining the automotive value chain.
Number of Pages: 4
Published Date: October 2025
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Author
Abhilash Gupta
Dr. Abhilash Gupta is a Research Analyst at Counterpoint Technology Market Research, specializing in the rapidly evolving automotive sector and its surrounding ecosystem. With over 9 years of experience spanning industry, research, and academia, he possesses deep expertise in market research, data analytics, and the integration of emerging technologies such as 5G and AI into the automotive industry. His extensive research background allows him to offer strategic insights that drive the future of connected vehicles and smart mobility solutions. Dr. Gupta holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur, a Master’s degree in Control Systems from the National Institute of Technology Patna, and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Rajasthan Technical University.