Dublin, May 01, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Research and Markets ( http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/l2...er_systems ) has announced the addition of the "Wiper Systems - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Wiper Systems in US$ Million. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2014 through 2020. Also, a seven-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. The report profiles 31 companies including many key and niche players such as: - ASMO Co., Ltd. - Denso Corporation - DOGA S.A - Federal-Mogul Corporation - Muba Corporation Key Topics Covered: I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations Disclaimers Data Interpretation & Reporting Level Quantitative Techniques & Analytics Product Definitions And Scope of Study II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW Visibility When Behind the Wheel: A Critical Safety Factor Factors Influencing Wiper Systems Demand Market Drivers Market Restraints Impact of Economic Upheavals in the Recent Past: A Retrospective Review Wiper Systems Market Hit Hard by 2007-2009 Economic Recession Market Springs Back to Normalcy in 2010 Market Once Again Tested Between 2011-2013 Uneven Growth in Emerging Markets During 2011-2012 Due to Cyclical & Structural Slowdown Hurts Demand for Wiper Systems Impact of China's Slowdown on Global Market in 2011 & 2012 A Review European Debt Crisis Drags Automotive Market into the Red Hurts Demand for Wiper Systems in 2012 & 2013 Table 1: European Automobile Market: Plant Capacity Utilization for the Years 2007, 2010, 2011 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Uncertainty in US Economy Hurts Automotive Industry in 2013- Slows Down Growth Momentum in Wiper Systems Market Canadian Automotive Industry too Declines in 2013 Squeezes Opportunities for Wiper Systems Weak Japanese Economy in H2-2013 & Resulting Decline in Auto Production Impacts Opportunities for Wiper Systems Market Growth Remains Strained in 2014, But Optimistic Global Economic Outlook for 2015 & Beyond Provides Hope for Recovery Table 2: World GDP (2012-2015): Breakdown of Percentage GDP Growth by Select Country (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) US Market in 2015 & Beyond: Mostly Positive Outlook Sprinkled With Yet Lingering Fears European Market Outlook: Hopes for a Recovery Despite Volatility & Risks of a Relapse Table 3: EU Real GDP Growth Rates in % (2014 & 2015): Breakdown by Country (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 4: Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) in the Euro Area: Breakdown of Quarterly PMI Data for Select Countries for the Year 2014 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 5: Key Business Indicators in the Euro Area for the First 3 Quarters of the Year 2014 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Despite Continued Economic Slowdown, China Still Remains a Major Market for Wiper Systems Asia-Pacific Continues to be Hotspot for Growth Year 2015 & Beyond: Cyclical Upturn Encourages Positive Automotive Manufacturing Outlook in Asia-Pacific Bodes Well for Market Outsourced Auto Manufacturing Activity Boosts Demand for Wiper Systems in Asia-Pacific Outlook 2. MARKET TRENDS & ISSUES Steady Rise in Auto Sales & Subsequent Rise in their Production Secures Market Future Opportunity Indicators Table 6: World Passenger Cars Market: Breakdown of Annual Sales Figures in 000' Units for Years 2014 & 2018 by Geographic Region/Country (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 7: World Commercial Vehicles Market: Breakdown of Annual Sales Figures in 000' Units for Years 2014 & 2018 by Geographic Region/ Country (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 8: Worldwide Vehicle Registrations (in Thousands) for Years 2000, 2010 & 2020(P) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 9: World Production of Passenger Cars: Breakdown of Annual Production Figures in 000' Units for Years 2014 & 2018 by Geographic Region/Country (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 10: World Production of Commercial Vehicles: Breakdown of Annual Production Figures in 000' Units for Years 2014 & 2018 by Geographic Region/Country (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Rear Wiper Systems Still a Major Draw in Low Cost Car Segment Offshore Manufacturing Continues to Gain Prominence Will Nearshoring be the Next Major Strategic Move by Component Manufacturers? New, Innovative Products Make a Mark in a Highly Marketplace Size & Design of Windshields Dictate Changes in Windshield Wiper Systems Quieter, Lighter and Cleaner Windshield Systems Make the Cut Safety and Ease of Use Key Priority for Product Development Efforts Reversible Wiper Systems Grow in Popularity Intelligent Wiper Systems to Drive Growth in North America and Europe Growing Preference for Integrated Systems Wiper Suppliers Invest in R&D to Develop Superior Products Enhancements in Wiper Blade Market Internet Transforming the Supply Chain Management Process Issues & Challenges Increasing Raw Material Prices Low Cost Wiper Systems from Asia A Double Edged Sword Customers' Casual Attitude towards Replacement of Wipers Lack of Breakthrough Technical Innovations Will Ultrasound Technology Pose Challenge to Wiper Systems Market? Competition Distribution Table 11: Global Wiper Systems Market (2013) Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales by Leading Players Denso, Robert Bosch Corp, Valeo SA, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 12: Leading Manufacturers of Wiper Blades Worldwide (2013) Percentage Breakdown by Volume Sales by Leading Players (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Definition When Were the First Wipers Made? Product Types Continuous Wiper Systems Intermittent Wiper Systems Intelligent Wiper Systems (Sensor-based) Wiper Variants Hidden Wipers Rear Wipers Headlight Wipers Rain-sensing Wipers Components Wiper System Motors Wiper System Arms Wiper System Blades Precautions to be Taken Installation Hurdles Aggravate the Problem Wiper Pulse Board Wiper System Blade Refills Wiper System Linkages Replacement of Wiper Blades/Refills Bent Refill Vertebra Bent Wiper Frame Chattering Split Rubber Streaking Worn Rubber 4. AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY MARKET ENVIRONMENT The Changing Face of the Automotive Industry: A Prelude Table 13: Middle-Class Consumer Spending Across Developed and Developing Regions (2013E & 2030F): Percentage Breakdown by Region (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 14: Emerging Dominance of OEMs From Developing Countries in the Global Automotive Manufacturing Market (2012 & 2025P): Percentage Share Breakdown of Number of OEMs by Origin OEMs from Developed Automotive Markets & OEMs from Emerging Automotive Markets (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 15: Emerging Dominance of OEMs From Developing Countries in the Global Passenger Car Market (2012 & 2025P): Percentage Share Breakdown of Regional & Foreign OEMs by Region/Country (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Key Issues Vehicle Affordability Fluctuating Oil Prices Cost Curtailment No Table Trends in Automotive OEM Segment Platform Rationalization on Rise Consolidation A Panacea for all Frills? Automobile Parts & Components Industry A Snapshot Growing Average Vehicle Life to Boost Aftermarket Prospects Strategies Adopted by Component Suppliers OEM Suppliers Focus on Cost Cutting Automotive Electronic Components Main Growth Drivers 5. PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONS/INNOVATIONS Federal-Mogul Launches ANCO® Contour "Narrow" ("N") Series Blades Federal-Mogul Introduces ANCO® Transform Hybrid Wipers DENSO Europe Launches Retrofit Flat and Retrofit Hybrid Wiper Blades Federal-Mogul Enhances Flat Wiper Blade Range 6. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY Bosch Commences Production of Wiper Systems Bosch Opens New Manufacturing Facility Federal-Mogul Secures Patent for ANCO® Flat Blade Technology DENSO to Set up Manufacturing Plant DENSO Unveils New Manufacturing Plant and Technical Center in Brazil 7. FOCUS ON SELECT GLOBAL PLAYERS ASMO Co., Ltd. (Japan) Denso Corporation (Japan) DOGA S.A (Spain) Federal-Mogul Corporation (USA) Mitsuba Corporation (Japan) Robert Bosch GmbH (Germany) Trico Products Corporation (USA) Valeo S.A. (France) WEXCO Industries Inc. (US) 8. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE Table 16: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems by Geographic Region US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East and Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 17: World Historic Review for Wiper Systems by Geographic Region US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East and Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 18: World 14-Year Perspective for Wiper Systems by Geographic Region Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East and Latin America Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III. MARKET 1. UNITED STATES A.Market Analysis Outlook Despite Slowdown in 2013 & 2014, Cautious Optimism Prevails in the Market Significance of Supply Chain Management Key Challenges Market Share Statistics Table 19: North American Wiper Systems Market (2013): Percentage Share Breakdown of Volume Sales by Leading Players Bosch, Trico, Valeo, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 20: North American Wiper Blades Market (2012): Percentage Share Breakdown of Volume Sales by Leading Players (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Product Launches Strategic Corporate Development Select Players B.Market Analytics Table 21: US Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 22: US Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 2. CANADA A.Market Analysis Outlook Canadian Automotive Industry Declines in 2013 & 2014 Squeezes Opportunities for Wiper Systems in the Nation Government Intervention for Reviving Auto Industry & Growing Focus of US Auto Manufacturers on Nearshoring to Help Revive Market in Coming Years B.Market Analytics Table 23: Canadian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 24: Canadian Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 3. JAPAN A.Market Analysis Outlook After a Challenging Year in 2013, Japanese Market to Recovers Key Players B.Market Analytics Table 25: Japanese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 26: Japanese Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 4. EUROPE A.Market Analysis Outlook Market Overview Key Market Share Findings Table 27: Leading Suppliers of Wiper Systems in Europe (2013) Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales by Leading Players Bosch, Federal Mogul, Trico, Valeo, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) B.Market Analytics Table 28: European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems by Geographic Region France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 29: European Historic Review for Wiper Systems by Geographic Region France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 30: European 14-Year Perspective for Wiper Systems by Geographic Region Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 4a. FRANCE A.Market Analysis Outlook Valeo S.A. A Key Player B.Market Analytics Table 31: French Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 32: French Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 4b. GERMANY A.Market Analysis Outlook Domestic Automobile Industry: A Primer Market Overview Strategic Corporate Developments Key Player B.Market Analytics Table 33: German Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 34: German Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 4c. ITALY A.Market Analysis Outlook B.Market Analytics Table 35: Italian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 36: Italian Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 4d. THE UNITED KINGDOM A.Market Analysis Outlook B.Market Analytics Table 37: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 38: UK Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 4e. SPAIN A.Market Analysis Outlook Automobile Parts and Components Production in Spain DOGA S.A A Key Player B.Market Analytics Table 39: Spanish Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020(includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 40: Spanish Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 4f. RUSSIA A.Market Analysis Outlook Market Primer End User Analysis B.Market Analytics Table 41: Russian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 42: Russian Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 4g. REST OF EUROPE A.Market Analysis Outlook A Brief Insight Into Automotive Components Market In Select Countries Bulgaria Turkey Product Launch B.Market Analytics Table 43: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 44: Rest of Europe Historic Review for Wiper Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 5. ASIA-PACIFIC A.Market Analysis Outlook Huge Automotive Manufacturing Activity Makes Asia-Pacific a Lucrative Market for Wiper Systems Rising Income Levels to Propel Wiper Systems Market in China and India B.Market Analytics Table 45: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems by Geographic Region China, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 46: Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Wiper Systems by Geographic Region China, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 47: Asia-Pacific 14-Year Perspective for Wiper Systems by Geographic Region Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for China, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 5a. CHINA A.Market Analysis Outlook China Continues to Remain Major Market for Wiper Systems Table 48: China's Emerging Dominance in the World Luxury Car Market: Percentage Market Share Comparison of China Vs Other Countries for the Years 2002, 2013 & 2020F (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 49: Importance of the Chinese Passenger Cars Market to Domestic Economic Growth As Measured by the Value of Car Sales as a Percentage of GDP for the Years 2003, 2011 & 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 50: Growing Chinese Appetite for SUVs: Percentage Market Share Comparison of Unit Sales of SUVs Vs Sedan, and MPV for the Years 2013 & 2020F (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 51: Chinese Automotive Industry (2013): Percentage Share Breakdown of Unit Sales by Province (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Bracketless Wipers Gains Widespread Popularity Automotive Component Industry A Snapshot Competitive Scenario Foreign Players Dominate Table 52: Chinese OEM Windshield Wipers Market (2013): Percentage Market Share Breakdown by Leading Players (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) B.Market Analytics Table 53: Chinese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 54: Chinese Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 5b. INDIA A.Market Analysis Outlook Domestic Automotive Market: A Primer Overview of Automotive Wiper Systems Market Auto Parts Manufacturing A Review Auto Part Quality Conforming to Global Standards Transition Towards Being an Integrated Systems Supplier Joint Ventures on Rise Competitive Scenario Syndicate Wiper Systems (P) Ltd A Key Player Strategic Corporate Developments B.Market Analytics Table 55: Indian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 56: Indian Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 5c. SOUTH KOREA A.Market Analysis Outlook B.Market Analytics Table 57: South Korean Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 58: South Korean Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 5d. REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC A.Market Analysis Outlook Thai Market A Snapshot Australia Regulations B.Market Analytics Table 59: Rest of Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 60: Rest of Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 6. MIDDLE EAST/AFRICA A.Market Analysis Outlook Competitive Factors B.Market Analytics Table 61: Middle East/Africa Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 62: Middle East/Africa Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 7. LATIN AMERICA A.Market Analysis Outlook Automobile Industry in Latin America B.Market Analytics Table 63: Latin America Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems by Geographic Region Brazil, Mexico and Rest of Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 64: Latin America Historic Review for Wiper Systems by Geographic Region Brazil, Mexico and Rest of Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 65: Latin America 14-Year Perspective for Wiper Systems by Geographic Region Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Brazil, Mexico and Rest of Latin American Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 7a. BRAZIL A.Market Analysis Outlook Strategic Corporate Development B.Market Analytics Table 66: Brazil Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 67: Brazil Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 7b. MEXICO A.Market Analysis Outlook B.Market Analytics Table 68: Mexico Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 69: Mexico Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) 7c. REST OF LATIN AMERICA A.Market Analysis Outlook B.Market Analytics Table 70: Rest of Latin America Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Table 71: Rest of Latin America Historic Review for Wiper Systems Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) IV. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Total Companies Profiled: 31 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries 40) The United States (9) Japan (3) Europe (22) France (1) Germany (5) The United Kingdom (5) Italy (2) Spain (3) Rest of Europe (6) Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (6) For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/l2...er_systems
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