Dr. Volkmar Denner: “Electrification will take combustion engines to new heights” Falling battery prices will halve costs by 2020 E-bike as model: Europe’s most successful electric vehicle is about enjoyment Powertrain electrification is picking up pace. The currently low oil price will not change that fact. This was the message underlined by Dr Volkmar Denner, chairman of the board of[Read More…]
The growth area of electric steering is the basic technology for driver assistance, automated driving, and electric cars Integration in the Bosch Group as separate division Company will be called Robert Bosch Automotive Steering GmbH On January 30, 2015, the Bosch Group completed its acquisition of ZF Friedrichshafen AG’s 50-percent share in the joint venture ZF Lenksysteme GmbH (ZFLS). The antitrust authorities have[Read More…]
New business models will be possible, new competitors will emerge Potential competitive advantage for high-cost locations as well Connected industry, also called Industry 4.0, offers German companies numerous opportunities for new business and improved productivity, and thus also for increased competitiveness. This was the message from Dr. Volkmar Denner, the chairman of the Bosch board of management, at an event with representatives[Read More…]
Wanted: innovative ideas and new applications for a high-precision laser module used for distance measuring Start-ups to receive a development budget of 25,000 euros, access to a high-tech prototyping workshop, office space, coaches, and mentors First round of the program set to begin in April 2015 Start-ups can apply until February 27, 2015 Bosch and UnternehmerTUM, the Center for[Read More…]
Text: T Murrali The aftermarket in India is not too different from those in developed countries, having OEM specific workshops and multi-brand workshops. However, unlike the developed markets that follow a multiple approach, servicing all kinds’ of vehicles – 2/3 wheelers, cars and commercial vehicles under one roof – aftermarket in India follows a specific approach. Besides, India has a[Read More…]
Company to be known in the future as BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Household-appliance manufacturer to be run as a largely independent operation Expansion of activities in connected buildings and appliances On January 5, 2015, following the antitrust authorities’ approval, the Bosch Group completed its acquisition of Siemens’s 50 percent share in BSH Bosch und Siemens Hausgeräte GmbH. The former 50:50[Read More…]
Effective November 1, 2014, ESP will be mandatory for all newly registered passenger cars and light commercial vehicles Since its introduction, ESP has prevented 190,000 accidents and saved more than 6,000 lives across Europe Bosch has manufactured 100 million ESP systems since series production began in 1995 While 84 percent of all new vehicles in Europe were equipped with[Read More…]
Dr. Rolf Bulander: “We are entering a market potentially worth billions” Efficiency and driving enjoyment from under 250 cubic centimeters to over 1,000 cubic centimeters Smartphone-based connectivity now an option Bosch is entering the global motorcycle market with new powertrain systems. With its electronically controlled fuel-injection technology, Bosch is making motorcycles around the world more fuel-efficient. “With our new motorcycle[Read More…]
More than 680 million euros invested in India since 2010 Substantial increase in number of innovations per year Excellent growth potential for motorcycle powertrain systems The Bosch Group is forecasting further strong growth for India over the next few years, and expects to see positive economic development in the country over the medium and long term. Accordingly, the company sees[Read More…]
Text : T Murrali Vehicles, irrespective of the segments they operate in, are developing and progressing day by day due to many factors that include performance improvements, safety, emission regulations and increased comfort and convenience. Vehicle manufacturers achieve this largely by the increasing use of electronics. While this phenomenon creates immense potential for the electronics, semiconductor and software industries, there[Read More…]
