DUBLIN -- The market for OEM automotive electronics in China is forecast to reach $3.5 billion by 2012, a compound annual growth rate of 14.2%, a new study says.

At that rate, China is the fastest growing region for automotive electronics, says Dublin, Ireland-based Research and Markets.

The average automotive electronic content per light vehicle in China is forecast to increase from $300 in 2003 to $500 in 2012, the firm said.

The study was compiled based on research with top tier automotive makers, design engineers and components suppliers.

In it, predictions are made for 35 systems including memory seats, night vision, lane departure warning and blind spot detection.