The period between 2022 and 2025 has witnessed continued transformation within the global automotive industry. While the transition to electrified vehicles has remained a dominant theme, it has become evident that traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) and hybrid vehicles will play a critical role in the global vehicle fleet for the foreseeable future. The journey toward electrification has been slower than initially projected due to persistent supply chain disruptions, fluctuating raw material costs, and ongoing concerns about infrastructure readiness for battery electric vehicles (BEVs).
Governments and regulatory bodies have maintained their focus on reducing vehicle emissions, driving technological improvements in both ICEs and hybrid powertrains. Regulations such as Euro 7 in Europe and the anticipated rollout of China 7 continue to set stringent targets for exhaust, evaporative, and carbon dioxide emissions. In the United States, the regulatory direction is unclear and potentially loosening, while in China, the government’s dual credit system continues to influence powertrain technology strategies.
As BEVs have yet to achieve complete dominance, automakers have renewed their emphasis on improving ICE efficiency and hybrid system performance. Innovations in fuel system technologies, including pressurized fuel tanks for plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs), advanced evaporative emission control systems, and lighter-weight fuel tanks, are becoming critical for compliance with new regulations and improving vehicle range.
Moreover, the landscape for fuel system suppliers has undergone significant shifts, with increased competition and the reconfiguration of supply chains driven by geopolitical events and cost optimization strategies. Several Tier 1 suppliers have diversified their portfolios to include solutions for both ICE and hybrid vehicles while maintaining a foothold in the evolving BEV market.
The 2025 ITB Fuel Systems report will provide a detailed examination of these developments, including the impacts of evolving emissions regulations, shifts in supplier structures, and emerging technologies designed to extend the relevance of ICE and hybrid powertrains. This report will assess how these changes are shaping the future of automotive fuel systems and analyze the competitive positioning of key suppliers across major markets.
For industry participants navigating the complexities of this evolving landscape, ITB’s 2025 report will offer invaluable insights and strategic guidance to help optimize business plans and remain competitive in the dynamic global automotive fuel systems market.
For questions or more information please contact Darren Nowak, Director at dnowak@itbgroup.com
