RF‐Based VRU Detection Market to Reach $3 Billion by 2026, Boosting STMicroelectronics
The global RF‐based VRU detection market was valued at about $2 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $2.7–3.0 billion by 2026, growing at a double‐digit annual rate. STMicroelectronics is named among the leading RF sensor providers poised to supply next‐generation pedestrian and cyclist detection systems for automotive and smart city applications.
1. Market Growth Projections
Stricter vehicle safety regulations, rising urban traffic and concern over pedestrian injuries underpin demand for RF‐based VRU sensing platforms. The market stood at approximately $2 billion in 2024 and is expected to expand at a double‐digit CAGR to about $2.7–3.0 billion by 2026, with further growth into the early 2030s as advanced driver-assistance systems become standard.
2. STMicroelectronics Involvement
STMicroelectronics is highlighted as one of the key companies developing RF sensor solutions for vulnerable road user detection, leveraging technologies such as radar and mmWave to enhance safety in low‐visibility and crowded urban environments. Its offerings target automakers, fleet operators and city planners investing in ADAS and intelligent transportation infrastructure.