Unlocking Growth in a Evolving Automotive and Mobility Landscape
Driving growth and lasting value through deep research
and domain expertise in mobility and automotive.
Our Edge in Automotive and Mobility Sector
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Our Edge in Automotive and Mobility Sector
At Aranca, we empower investors and corporate leaders to make confident, future-ready decisions in the rapidly evolving automotive and mobility landscape. Our expert team combines deep domain knowledge with a research-driven
Deep Market Intelligence
Actionable insights powered by rigorous research across sub-sectors.
Global Perspective, Local Relevance
Proven ability to conduct research globally, including non-English markets.
Proven Track Record
Trusted by Fortune 500s, investors, and innovators to drive smarter decisions.
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Projects Executed
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Geographies Evaluated
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Parts and Components Studied
Expertise in serving automotive and mobility players across the value chain
Raw Material
20+ Projects Delivered 
Components & Parts
100+ Projects Delivered 
Vehicle Type
50+ Projects Delivered 
Sales and Aftermarket Channel
50+ Projects Delivered 
Mobility Solutions
25+ Projects Delivered 
Raw Material
20+ Projects Delivered 
Metals and Alloys
- Metals
- Steel (Mild, HSS, SS)
- Cast Iron
- Aluminum
- Copper
- Nickle-based Alloys
- Titanium Alloys
Polymers and Elastomers
- Polypropylene
- Polycarbonate
- Polyurethane
- PVC
- Natural Rubber
- EPDM
- Nitrile Rubber
Advanced & Functional Materials
- Glass-fiber reinforced plastics
- Carbon-fiber composites
- Automotive safety glass
- Gorilla glass
- Ceramic coatings
Components & Parts
100+ Projects Delivered 
Mechanical Parts
- Engine Parts
- Gearbox Parts
- Suspension Systems
- Transmission System
- Braking System
Electrical & Electronics
- Sensor
- Batteries
- Displays
- Lighting Products
- Pressure Monitors
Interior And Exterior Parts
- Bumper
- Door
- Lamps
- Airbag system parts
- Steering system parts
- Axel
- Tires
Consumables
- Oil filter
- Brake pads
- Air filters
- Lubricants
- Coolants
- Spark plugs
Vehicle Type & Parts
50+ Projects Delivered 
Two & Three Wheelers Vehicles
- Motorbikes
- Scooters
- Mopeds
- Three wheeler- Passenger
- Three wheeler - Commercial
Passenger Vehicles
- Hatchbacks
- Sedans
- MUV's & SUV's
- Luxury & Performance
- Electric / Hybrid
Commercial & Off Road Vehicles
- Light Commercial Vehicles
- Buses
- Trucks
- Agriculture Equipment
- Construction Equipment
- Material Handling Equipment
Sales and Aftermarket Channel
50+ Projects Delivered 
Sales Channel
- OEM Authorized Dealers
- Multibrand Dealers
- Parts and Components Dealers
- Online Marketplaces
Repair and Maintenance
- Authorized Service Centers
- Authorized Independent Workshops
- Collosion Repair Centers
Car Care
- Car Detailing Center
- Car Washing Center
- Car Sanitization Center
Mobility Solutions
25+ Projects Delivered 
Connected Vehicle Technologies
- Connected Vehicles
- Telematics Solutions
- Automated Driver Assistance System
- Diagnostic Systems and Tools
Mobility & Service Platforms
- Ride-Hailing Services
- Ride-Sharing Services
- Vehicle Leasing
- Online Car Sales
Electrification Ecosystem
- EV Chargers
- Smart Charging Solutions
- Battery Management System
Our Solutions for Automotive & Mobility Industry Participants
Growth & Market Acceleration
Procurement & Supply Excellence
Green Impact & Sustainable Mobility
Innovation and R&D
Growth & Market Acceleration
Growth & Market Acceleration
Unlock new revenue streams and accelerate growth with Aranca's Automotive and Mobility Growth Advisory. We help companies assess and enter high-potential markets, identify new revenue levers, strengthen dealer networks, optimize partners, build aftermarket strategies and pursue M&A opportunities - driving effective market entry, diversification and expansion across two/ three-wheelers, passenger cars and commercial vehicles in a rapidly evolving sector.
- International Market Entry & Growth
- Market Share Expansion Strategy
- Diversification Strategy Development
- Competitor Intelligence
- Customer and Consumer Satisfaction Studies
- Dealer / Distributor Identification and Shortlisting
- M&A Strategy and Transaction Support
Procurement & Supply Excellence
Procurement & Supply Excellence
We are supply chain experts providing support to procurement and sourcing decision-makers in the automotive industry to deliver AI-driven deep market insights, develop category strategies and should-cost models, manage RFI/RFP, benchmark suppliers, assess risks, forecast market & price trends, and support sustainability assessments.
- Category Intelligence
- Supplier Identification and Benchmarking
- Should-cost Modelling
- Commodity Price Intelligence and Benchmarking
- Best Cost & Low Cost Country Sourcing
- Supply Chain & Supply Risk Assessment
Green Impact & Sustainable Mobility
Green Impact & Sustainable Mobility
Aranca helps mobility companies drive the transition toward cleaner and more sustainable operations and product portfolios, aligning their strategies with global decarbonization and net-zero objectives.
- Decarbonization & Net-Zero Strategy
- Energy Transition Strategy
- Sustainable Fuels & Hydrogen Strategy
- Supply-Chain Decarbonization & Responsible Sourcing
Innovation and R&D
Innovation and R&D
Aranca's Technology Research and Advisory team enables automotive and mobility leaders to drive innovation - from spotting emerging trends and scouting breakthrough technologies to monitoring IP, uncovering white spaces, and accelerating digital transformation.
- Emerging Technology Scouting
- Global Technology Trend Analysis
- Open Innovation Initiatives
- Research & Development Strategy Assessment
- Advanced Digital Intelligence Analysis
- Intellectual Property Strategy
Selected Case Studies
A quick overview of how our tailored approach solved the client's challenge and delivered measurable impact..
Entry strategy development for an automotive group in Oman
Our Approach
- Estimated market potential for motorbikes and analyzed current market dynamics.
- Identified key end-user usage patterns and assessed the competitive and aftermarket landscape.
IMPACT
The Client leveraged our deep understanding of the motorbike market landscape in Oman to identify the addressable market opportunity for market expansion.
Feasibility Study for setting up Lead Recycling Plant in Saudi Arabia
Our Approach
- Analyzed global lead supply-demand and recycling potential, validated with recyclers, battery makers, and industry experts.
- Evaluated recycling system design, technical setup, and assessed operational-financial feasibility, funding, and valuation.
IMPACT
Enabled the client to make an informed investment decision and define sourcing, pricing, and go-to-market strategy.
Scouting Electric Vehicle (EV) Battery Material Startups
Our Approach
- Leveraged Aranca's scouting framework to identify high-potential startups in battery materials, charging infra and autonomous driving.
- Assessed cross-industry energy storage innovations and delivered insights for strategic partnerships.
IMPACT
Aranca enabled the client to establish strategic alliances and reinforce its leadership in the EV market.
Battery Swapping Business Model for Electric Vehicles
Our Approach
- Assessed global battery swapping ecosystem for feasibility and scalability.
- Analyzed operational costs, infrastructure needs, and partnership models for effective deployment.
- Benchmarked benefits such as reduced downtime, enhanced convenience, and mitigation of range anxiety.
IMPACT
Aranca enabled the client to confidently pilot a battery swapping model in select regions, accelerating EV adoption and enhancing user convenience.
Supply Market Intelligence Study for Automotive Fastener Nuts in LATAM
Our Approach
- Analyzed market size, growth trends, trade flows, post-COVID recovery, and key automotive demand drivers and end-use segments.
- Evaluated supply chain structure, raw materials, tech adoption, and profiled major manufacturers and distributors by capability and location.
IMPACT
Enabled Client to identify local sourcing opportunities 3 key countries (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina), strengthen supplier base (20+ suppliers), and enhance category resilience.
Evaluation and shortlisting of attractive countries for braking systems used in farm tractors
Our Approach
- Identified key markets and analyzed country-level tractor brake portfolios.
- Built profiles of pneumatic brake manufacturers and forecasted brake penetration in target countries.
IMPACT
We helped the Client gauge the market attractiveness of braking systems used in farm tractors across the target countries and identified the high potential countries.
Opportunity assessment for Infra Red cameras in Passenger Vehicles
Our Approach
- Estimated market size and growth of IR camera in auto sector.
- Evaluated competitors to identify white space and entry route.
- Assessed customer perception and suggested success factors in identified markets.
IMPACT
Our research enabled Client to understand the potential opportunity pie and define route to entry.
Feasibility Study for Establishing Chinese Car Dealership in Oman
Our Approach
- Assessed Oman's passenger car market, including Chinese brands' share and demand-supply dynamics.
- Researched vehicle financing and leasing landscape.
- Evaluated logistics capabilities of existing dealerships for vehicles and parts.
IMPACT
Formulated entry strategy covering potential target brands, operating model, and spare parts distribution.
Entry into remanufactured component business in China
Our Approach
- Assessed regulatory/market landscape and estimated market size with component segmentation.
- Analyzed remanufactured components value chain and developed entry strategy with inorganic growth options.
IMPACT
Recommended entry into the remanufactured part business through partnership.
Innovation Scouting for In-Cabin Thermal Comfort in Vehicles
Our Approach
- Analyzed 1,500 patents and scientific publications to identify emerging cabin thermal-comfort technologies.
- Mapped product-segment innovations and validated findings through expert interviews to ensure technical relevance and IP-safe pathways.
IMPACT
Aranca empowered the client's R&D team to explore innovation opportunities while minimizing IP infringement risks.
Technology Scouting for Energy Harvesting Technologies for Automotive Tires
Our Approach
- Analyzed 1,000+ patents and publications to identify advanced energy-harvesting technologies for automotive tires.
- Evaluated shortlisted technologies using an Impact-vs-Ease matrix and validated feasibility through expert consultations.
IMPACT
Aranca empowered the client's R&D team to explore innovation opportunities while minimizing IP infringement risks.
Navigating Material Advancements in Mobility
Our Approach
- Analyzed emerging materials and alloys and their machining challenges.
- Evaluated tool performance gaps and recommended product design and material adaptations.
- Delivered strategic insights to align R&D focus with evolving mobility manufacturing needs.
IMPACT
Aranca enabled the client to upgrade cutting tools for new-age mobility materials, ensuring sustained competitiveness and innovation.
Adapting Cutting Tools for the Evolving Auto Industry
Our Approach
- Analyzed emerging automotive tech trends, forecasted market growth, and identified key product adaptation needs.
- Provided actionable recommendations to align offerings with next-gen automotive manufacturing requirements.
IMPACT
Aranca enabled the client to enhance cutting tool performance, driving higher sales and stronger market positioning.
Supply Market Intelligence for Engineering Plastics in Auto Components in APAC
Our Approach
- Assessed PA6 & PA66 market dynamics across Asian auto hubs, including demand trends, trade flows, supply structure, and sourcing shifts.
- Evaluated component-level requirements and benchmarked suppliers on technical capability, grade focus, and compliance standards.
IMPACT
Enabled the client to identify #3 high-potential sourcing regions and #5+ qualified suppliers, strengthening cost efficiency, localization, and supply resilience in the automotive materials value chain.
Category Intelligence for Mechanical High-Level Assemblies (HLAs) in Automotive Systems
Our Approach
- Assessed market outlook, supplier strength, and technical capabilities for mechanical HLAs across key sourcing regions.
- Benchmarked top suppliers and analyzed regional cost and trade shifts impacting sourcing competitiveness.
IMPACT
Enabled the client to gain transparent view of the global supply market (10+ countries) and 40+ potential suppliers to develop a targeted sourcing roadmap for long-term category planning.
Special Reports, Articles & Media Highlights
Stay ahead of market shifts with Aranca's data-driven insights and reports on the global automotive sector.
NA-Ion Batteries: A Sustainable and Affordable Alternative to Li-Ion for a Resilient Power Grid
Among current energy storage solutions, lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) stand out for their exceptional energy density and versatility, powering everything from portable devices to large-scale applications such as electric vehicles and stationary storage systems.
India's New EV Policy: Attracting Foreign Players, Boosting Manufacturing
India unveils a new EV policy to attract foreign EV companies like Tesla and boost domestic manufacturing with tax breaks and local sourcing requirements. This aims to make India a major EV manufacturing hub and accelerate EV adoption.
Lithium Price Drop - Accelerating EV Affordability
The lithium market has seen a recent surge in demand as electrification initiatives have accelerated. Electric vehicle (EV) makers, such as Tesla, have been actively seeking resources due to the fast expansion of EVs and scarcity of lithium.
Green Hydrogen in Circular Economy
The urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions has prompted countries worldwide to commit to net-zero targets, driving the rapid adoption of low-carbon and renewable energy sources. Green hydrogen, generated from solar and wind power, has immense potential in sectors that are difficult to decarbonize.
India's Newly Discovered Lithium Reserves - A Boon for the Domestic EV Industry
India's domestic lithium battery manufacturing sector is in its infancy and mostly reliant on the imports of Li-ion cells, which are only assembled into lithium-ion batteries in India. In the next five to six years, demand for Li-ion batteries is anticipated to increase due to the government's goal of achieving widespread EV adoption by 2030.
Will Telematics-Based Auto Insurance be a Game Changer?
The complex nature of auto insurance pricing compels carriers to offer competitive quotes that effectively balance risk and profit potential. However, the evolution of telematics has led to simplified pricing, and the introduction of more personalized and transparent insurance policies based on how an individual drives.
Semiconductor Shortage - A Roadblock to Auto OEMs' EV Launch Plan
Semiconductor shortage was caused by the cascading effect of the pandemic and is expected to continue for the next few years. This global shortage has negatively affected the auto industry. Therefore, the industry has undertaken certain steps to overcome this crisis and get back on track.
How has COVID-19 Impacted the GCC Auto Sector
Historically low oil prices and decreased demand in the aftermath of COVID-19 - a double whammy for the GCC economy - have severely impacted all sectors in the region, including auto industry. Along with low unit sales, traffic on roads has decreased amid the crisis.
Emerging Trends Shaping the Collision Repair Industry
With the COVID-19 pandemic slowing mobility in most countries, VMT and collision levels have fallen to an all-time low. Multiple waves and newer variants are further dragging recovery down. Despite the chaos, certain mega trends in the industry and changing customer demand continue to attract stakeholders worldwide.
Will COVID-19 Slow Down Electric Vehicle Revolution?
While 2020 was supposed to fast-track the decade of EV revolution, the pandemic has slowed down its pace, at least for the near term. Delayed production and damping consumer confidence coupled with low oil prices are clearly going to be deterrents for EV uptake. OEMs are clearly in trouble as stock prices crash, supply chain disrupts and raw material price increase.
AI and IoT Powered Batteries: Advancements, Challenges, and Future Prospects
With rising EV adoption, AI and IoT are crucial for optimising battery performance and ensuring lasting energy efficiency.
Lean, Green, and Efficient: Redefining Automotive Manufacturing for a Low-Carbon Future
As the global automotive industry races towards a low-carbon future, lean manufacturing emerges as a powerful ally in reducing emissions beyond the tailpipe.
Trump's Semiconductor Tariff: A Non-Issue for India or a Hidden Risk
US President Donald Trump has proposed 25% tariffs on semiconductor imports to boost domestic production, sparking concerns over global supply chains.
Exploring the Environmental Benefits of Sodium-Ion Batteries in the Green Energy Revolution
As energy storage becomes increasingly vital in the pursuit of sustainability, SIBs stand out as a promising solution.
Can India Ditch China for Lithium-Ion Batteries?
Can India ditch China for lithium-ion batteries? (video)
Looking ahead: The Future of Auto Industry
Backed by rising income levels, technological advancement and urbanization, India aims to double its auto industry size to INR 15 lakh crore.
Budget 2024 expectations - What automobile sector stakeholders seek from FM Nirmala Sitharaman
The auto sector's expectations from Budget 2024, including tax reliefs, EV incentives, and infrastructure support to drive sustainable industry growth.
Centre's Fame- II schemes for EVs far away from its destination
The Phase II of the FAME scheme has a budget of Rs 8,596 crore for giving subsidies alone.
Sustainable fuels - Innovations that can enhance sustainability footprint
Sustainable fuels innovations that can enhance the sustainability footprint.
E-Mobility Takes the Driver's Seat on Self-reliance Road
Localisation of electric vehicles gathers steam amidst call for Atmanirbhar and China face-off.
Saudi female drivers to have lasting positive impact on auto aftermarket
Saudi female drivers to have lasting positive impact on auto aftermarket.
Shifting sands of time: The changing nature of Saudi Arabia's automotive industry
Shifting sands of time: the changing nature of Saudi Arabia's automotive industry.
Automechanika, Riyadh - AI in the Automotive Industry
Big data and AI are transforming the Middle East's auto aftermarket by optimising value chains and enabling smarter, connected vehicle solutions.
Automotive industry dynamics poised to change as vehicles get smarter
Automotive industry dynamics poised to change as vehicles get smarter.
In a country like China where insights are hard to obtain, 10 out of 10 for all the efforts taken by the team to deliver the insights needed. Deliverable exceeded expectations.
Head of Aftermarket Strategy, Leading Braking System Manufacturer
Thorough analysis, detailed work, timely delivery and wonderful team to work with.
Business Development Head, Leading Car Care Product Manufacturer
Not only provided the research we asked for but also tried understanding the ecosystem and provided additional insights in the report.
Intellectual Property Engineer, Leading Tire Brand
Aranca team is very professional, they submitted all the requested inputs on time, beside they are very prompt in their correspondence.
Financial Controller, a large business group in KSA
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What commercial databases specific to the automotive sector does Aranca have access to?
Aranca has access to several leading commercial databases from which credible and up-to-date data is sourced. For automotive-specific insights, Aranca leverages MarkLines to obtain comprehensive sales, production, and supplier information. In addition, we also use platforms such as Factiva, Bloomberg, Thomson Reuters, and PitchBook for broader market and financial intelligence.
How does Aranca gather information that is difficult to find on emerging or niche topics in the mobility sector?
Aranca leverages its strong primary research expertise, combining traditional approaches (such as cold calling) with modern methods (such as expert interviews and stakeholder consultations). This enables us to engage directly with industry participants and uncover hard-to-find insights on emerging and niche mobility themes.
How does Aranca customize solutions for diverse automotive client needs?
Aranca collaborates closely with client stakeholders to design flexible, data-driven solutions tailored to specific objectives, timelines, and market dynamics-ensuring actionable insights and measurable business impact.
What kind of customer insights does Aranca provide to automotive clients?
Aranca delivers deep customer intelligence by analyzing consumer preferences, behavior patterns, and market demand trends-helping automotive clients optimize engagement, enhance brand loyalty, and refine go-to-market strategies.
How can Aranca assist with M&A in the automotive industry?
Aranca provides end-to-end M&A support, including target identification and shortlisting, commercial due diligence, and business valuation. Our insights help clients identify high-potential opportunities and accelerate value creation in automotive transactions.
Does Aranca support automotive clients in adapting to sustainability and mobility trends?
Yes. Aranca advises automotive clients on energy transition, electrification, and sustainability initiatives, helping them align with evolving market trends, regulatory frameworks, and ESG imperatives.
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