Introduction – Addressing Core Industry Pain Points The global automotive safety and telematics industry faces a persistent challenge: upgrading the traditional eCall emergency call system (based on 2G/3G cellular networks, voice channel, limited data capacity (140 bytes MSD)) to support next-generation networks (4G/5G, IMS), concurrent voice and data transmission, and enhanced data capacity (multimedia: real-time images, video, health data) for faster, more accurate emergency response. Since April 2018, all new models have been mandatory to be equipped with the eCall system. However, the automatic emergency call system stipulated by the EU is now technically outdated (2G/3G phase-out by 2025-2030). The next-generation emergency call system (NG eCall) will provide a future-proof upgrade for this system. NG eCall first transmits data via LTE and then establishes a voice connection with the vehicle via a commercial 4G network. LTE is already very popular in Europe and provides extensive network coverage. In the future, the system will also use 5G networks, whose coverage is rapidly expanding throughout Europe. From January 1, 2026, all vehicles put on the market in Europe must be equipped with the new eCall system. This is the only way to obtain the necessary approval. One year later, this regulation also applies to vehicles that have already been type-approved. All vehicles that roll off the production line from January 1, 2027 must be equipped with the NG eCall system. The introduction of NG eCall brings many improvements: significantly improved speed of conversations with passengers in the car; removal of previous restrictions on data transmission (while previous systems could only transmit small amounts of data via 2G networks, high-performance connections will be possible in the future). For example, if the passenger's smartphone is integrated into the emergency call transmission, rescuers can contact the affected person directly at any time—even if the passenger has left the vehicle after the accident. Another option is to transmit a real-time image of the vehicle or, with the passenger's consent, their health data. These added features will enable the emergency call center to assess the situation more precisely, allowing emergency services to provide assistance faster and more effectively. In addition to basic data such as the coordinates of the accident site, multimedia data can also be transmitted via the mobile network. Global Leading Market Research Publisher QYResearch announces the release of its latest report "NG eCall（Next-Generation Emergency Call） - 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 NG eCall（Next-Generation Emergency Call） market, including market size, share, demand, industry development status, and forecasts for the next few years. 【Get a free sample PDF of this report (Including Full TOC, List of Tables & Figures, Chart) 】 https://www.qyresearch.com/reports/6091730/ng-ecall---next-generation-emergency-call Market Sizing & Growth Trajectory The global market for NG eCall (Next-Generation Emergency Call) was estimated to be worth US$ 2,025 million in 2025 and is projected to reach US$ 4,709 million, growing at a CAGR of 13.0% from 2026 to 2032. In 2024, the global production of next-generation eCall (NG-eCall) reached 20.715 million units, with an average selling price of approximately US$ 97.77 per unit (based on US$2,025M/20.715M ≈ $97.77). According to QYResearch's interim tracking (January–June 2026), the market is driven by: (1) EU NG eCall mandate (January 1, 2026 for new vehicle types, January 1, 2027 for all new vehicles), (2) 2G/3G phase-out (EU 2025-2030), (3) enhanced data capabilities (multimedia, health data). 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 10-15%. 独家观察 – NG eCall vs. Traditional eCall Technology Parameter Traditional eCall (2G/3G) NG eCall (4G/5G/IMS) Upgrade Benefit Cellular network 2G (GSM), 3G (UMTS) 4G (LTE), 5G (NR) 2G/3G phase-out (EU 2025-2030), future-proof 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 rate 1.2 kbps >100 kbps (4G), >1 Mbps (5G) Faster data transmission Data capacity 140 bytes (MSD: location, time, vehicle ID) >1KB (enhanced MSD: more sensors, images, video, health data) More information (crash severity, occupant count, real-time images, health data) Voice call After data transmission (sequential) Concurrent (voice + data) Faster communication, no delay Smartphone integration No Yes (passenger smartphone, real-time contact, health data) Rescuers can contact affected person directly (even after leaving vehicle) Multimedia transmission No Yes (real-time images, video, vehicle status) Precise situation assessment, faster rescue PSAP compatibility Legacy PSAP infrastructure IP-based PSAP (NG112, NG911) Future-proof, interoperable EU mandate April 2018 (all new models) January 1, 2026 (new types), January 1, 2027 (all new vehicles) Regulatory compliance A typical eCall system includes: 1. GNSS receiver (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo); 2. GNSS antenna; 3. NAD (network access device, including SIM card); 4. Mobile network antenna; 5. ECU (electronic control unit); 6. Microphone; 7. Speaker/emergency caller; 8. Manual button; 9. Battery or power supply system; 10. Warning or indication device; 11. Collision detection system (sensor). From a telematics manufacturing perspective (PCB assembly, SMT, testing), NG eCall terminals differ from traditional eCall terminals through: (1) 4G/5G cellular module (vs. 2G/3G), (2) IMS stack (IP-based, concurrent voice/data), (3) higher processing power (ARM Cortex-A, multicore), (4) more memory (for enhanced MSD, multimedia), (5) smartphone integration (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB), (6) multimedia interfaces (camera, health sensors), (7) cybersecurity (encryption, secure boot, secure storage), (8) OTA updates (firmware, software, standards). Six-Month Trends (H1 2026) Three trends reshape the market: (1) EU NG eCall mandate (2026-2027) – From January 1, 2026, all new vehicle types (new models) put on the market in Europe must be equipped with NG eCall; from January 1, 2027, all vehicles (including existing type-approved models) rolling off the production line must be equipped with NG eCall, driving mass adoption (15-20M vehicles/year in EU); (2) Multimedia data transmission – Real-time images (crash scene, vehicle damage, occupant condition), video (accident reconstruction), health data (heart rate, blood pressure from wearable devices or in-vehicle sensors) transmitted via NG eCall for precise situation assessment, faster rescue (reduced response time by 30-50%); (3) China AECS (Automotive Emergency Call System) NG eCall adoption – China's mandatory national standard (expected effective July 1, 2027) likely based on NG eCall (4G/5G, IMS), adding 25-30M vehicles/year, global market harmonization. User Case Example – NG eCall Deployment, Europe A European automaker (500,000 vehicles/year, 2026-2027) equipped all new passenger cars with NG eCall terminals (LG, Continental, Bosch) compliant with EU NG eCall regulation (2026/2027). Results (2027 projected): enhanced MSD (location ±5m (multi-GNSS + RTK), real-time images, health data), concurrent voice/data (no delay), smartphone integration (rescuer contacts affected person directly). Estimated response time reduced from 2 minutes (traditional eCall) to 1 minute (NG eCall), 50 additional lives saved per year, €25M reduced societal cost. Technical Challenge – 4G/5G Coverage and Multimedia Data Transmission A key technical challenge for NG eCall system manufacturers is ensuring 4G/5G network coverage (especially rural areas, tunnels, remote highways) for reliable NG eCall operation and managing multimedia data transmission (real-time images, video, health data) with low latency (<10-20ms) and high reliability (99.9%+): Parameter Requirement Impact of Failure Mitigation Strategy 4G/5G network coverage >99% of roads (EU, China, US) No NG eCall (fallback to 2G/3G or SMS) Dual-mode (4G/5G + 2G/3G fallback), satellite backup (emergency), offline MSD storage Multimedia data transmission (real-time images, video) <10-20ms latency, >99.9% reliability Delayed or lost images → imprecise situation assessment IMS (IP-based), QoS (quality of service), edge computing (local processing), compression (H.264, H.265) Health data transmission (wearable, in-vehicle sensors) Secure (encrypted), privacy (consent) Data breach (HIPAA, GDPR) End-to-end encryption (TLS, DTLS), anonymization, consent management (opt-in) Smartphone integration (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB) Seamless pairing, automatic data transfer No integration → limited data Standardized protocols (Bluetooth HFP, PBAP, MAP), automatic detection, user consent Cybersecurity (remote attack) Prevent unauthorized access, data injection, vehicle control Malicious eCall (DoS), false data Secure boot, secure storage (HSM), encrypted communication (TLS), OTA updates (signed), intrusion detection (IDS) Battery backup (post-crash) >10-60 minutes (main battery disconnected) No NG eCall after crash (fatal) Redundant battery (Li-ion, supercapacitor), low-power mode (GNSS, cellular, IMS), charge maintenance Testing: NG eCall terminals validated to EU NG eCall (ETSI TS 126 269, TS 126 270), CEN/TS 16454, interoperability with PSAP (NG112, NG911). Field testing (4G/5G coverage, rural areas, tunnels, roaming). Cybersecurity testing (penetration testing, fuzzing). 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 (concurrent, NG eCall) MSD (automatic) + voice (if occupant responds) + multimedia (images, health data) PSAP call Immediate Immediate NG eCall requirement Optional (EU mandate: both required) Mandatory (EU mandate) Key suppliers (manual) All NG eCall terminal manufacturers All NG 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 (2026/2027), China (AECS 2027 likely NG eCall), UK, Russia, India, UAE), 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), 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) and Korean/Japanese (LG, Denso, 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 NG eCall (Next-Generation Emergency Call) 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%) Contact Us: If you have any queries regarding this report or if you would like further information, please contact us: QY Research Inc. Add: 17890 Castleton Street Suite 369 City of Industry CA 91748 United States EN: https://www.qyresearch.com E-mail: global@qyresearch.com Tel: 001-626-842-1666(US) JP: https://www.qyresearch.co.jp