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Start/stop systems still gaining ground

Bosch start/stop technology has proven its worth in production applications, supplying half a million starter-based start stop systems to BMW and MINI since the introduction in 2007

Still too few small cars with ESP®

Experts and associations unanimous in call to mandate ESP®

Bosch integrates yaw-rate sensor and acceleration sensors in the ESP® control unit

Bosch started production of a new version of the ESP® brake control system which integrates sensors for yaw-rate measurement and lateral acceleration in the electronic control unit

Bosch and MAHLE plan joint venture to develop and manufacture exhaust gas turbochargers

It is planned to commence the joint venture in April 2008

Bosch hybrid drives cut CO2

Customised hybrid concepts for various vehicle classes and target markets

Flexible injection technology for alternative fuels from Bosch help to conserve resources

NG-Motronic allows drivers to alternate between gasoline or natural gas

Bosch system provides increased protection for pedestrians and cyclists

Electronic system detects impact of a human being

Bosch receives Prince Michael of Kent International Road Safety Award

Electronic Stability Program® recognised as the most important safety innovation of the past 20 years

Highest Road Safety Award for Bosch

International Automobile Federation FIA honours Bosch for the development and marketing of ESP®

High pressure Bosch common-rail systems makes diesel even cleaner

Next development steps for common-rail system

Bosch provides common-rail systems for the new Volkswagen Tiguan

2 litre diesel engine complies with Euro 5 standard

Bosch expands its presence in Korea

Bosch 2007 sales in Korea to grow by eight per cent

Lighter, smaller, more versatile New Seat Actuator

New modular drives from Bosch

Global growth for Bosch with Japanese vehicle manufacturers

Solutions for climate protection and road safety

New injection systems training and development programme from Bosch

Programme covers modern fuel injection systems

Bosch KTS 670 sets the benchmark in vehicle diagnostics

Multi-media diagnostic test system confirms company’s leading position in engine diagnostics equipment and software

Bosch opens first ABS production in Brazil

The Bosch Group has become the first automotive supplier to commence production of antilock braking systems (ABS) in Brazil.

Bosch rolls out first indigenous Common Rail Injector

- First facility in India to start commercial manufacturing of indigenous common rail injector
- MoU signed with Maharashtra State Government in November 2005 starts to prove successful

Alfa Romeo opts for platinum Bosch spark plugs

- All V6 engine ranges for the Alfa Romeo 159, Brera and Spider models exclusively factory-fitted with platinum Bosch spark plugs
- Laser-welded platinum central electrode offers high performance with exceptional service life
- Bosch also supplies the injection and ignition system for these engines

Forty years of electronic gasoline injection from Bosch

- D-Jetronic from Bosch laid the foundations for modern gasoline engines
- Electronic injection cuts CO2 output and pollutant emissions
- Debut of electronic injection in the VW 1600 LE/TLE

Authorities approve Bosch - Denso diesel particulate filter joint venture

- Manufacturing facility to be built in Wroclaw, Poland
- Start of production planned for 2009

Motorists need to be more aware of active safety systems says Bosch

The awareness of active safety systems has improved in the past few years, according to research released by Robert Bosch, the world’s largest supplier of components and systems to the global motor industry.

Bosch opens new Technical Centre in the USA

- New location in Plymouth Township, near Detroit, Michigan
- Capital expenditure of €30 million
- Technical Centre to develop driver assistance and safety systems

OFT approves Bosch Car Service code of practice

First independent network of garages to achieve OFT approval

Bosch injection technology wins in the endurance classic, the 24 Hours of Le Mans

A diesel-powered racing car has once again claimed the crown in the legendary 24-hour challenge at Le Mans with the second consecutive victory for the Audi R10 TDI. As in 2006, when two Audi R10 TDIs finished first and third, Bosch was the development partner for the injection technology, supplying specially adapted common rail injection systems for the Audi racing cars.

Bosch continues Formula Student sponsorship

Bosch has announced its continued sponsorship of the 2007 Formula Student competition which, this year, takes place at the home of the British Grand Prix, Silverstone, between Thursday 12th - Sunday 15th July 2007.

10 billion spark plugs made by Bosch

The 10 billionth Bosch spark plug has just been produced at the company’s Bamberg plant in Germany, making Bosch the world's most prolific manufacturer of spark plugs.

150 million brake control systems from Bosch

Bosch is about to produce the 150 millionth brake control system. The success story began back in 1978 with the production launch of the first electronically controlled antilock braking system (ABS), followed in 1986 with the traction control system (TCS) and then the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) in 1995.

Tenth anniversary of Bosch Common Rail as technology becomes standard in cars

The future of diesel engines began in 1997. Ten years ago, Bosch introduced the Common Rail injection system for passenger cars to the market. The first cars to feature this technology were the Alfa Romeo 156 JTD and the Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDI.

Euro NCAP launch “Choose ESC!” initiative

Every car should be routinely equipped with the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®), or Electronic Stability Control as it is usually called by traffic experts. This was the clear message at the launch event for the “Choose ESC!” campaign, held at the Bridgestone testing center in Aprilia, near Rome, on May 8th, 2007.

Bosch stop-start technology featured on latest BMW 1 Series

The Bosch Smart Electronic stop-start system, a technology that cuts the engine in traffic jams or at traffic lights, is now available on the latest BMW 1 Series petrol and diesel engine models.

Bosch Electronic Battery Sensor in series production

Bosch has started manufacturing the Electronic Battery Sensor (EBS) system to help avoid the most common cause of vehicle breakdowns – a flat battery.

Bosch develops innovative high power starter and heavy duty alternator for commercial vehicles

Commercial vehicles are to benefit from a new range of heavy duty (HD) alternators and starters, two of the latest technological advancements by Bosch which will provide end-users principally with a higher level of durability, greater efficiency and cost reduction.

Bosch at the IAA Show Frankfurt 2007

Read about Bosch at the IAA Show 2007, Frankfurt

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