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Telematics Update: This week, Bosch unveiled its first self-driving car via a YouTube video that describes its innovative work at the Bosch Research and Technology Center in Palo Alto, California, putting its brand squarely in the corner of autonomous vehicles. London, UK (PRWEB) February 07, 2013 Telematics Update: Vehicles that drive themselves may still feel like the stuff of fanciful Hollywood flicks, but Bosch came out this week and took the automotive community one step closer to...

PALO ALTO, Calif., July 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Bosch awards seven grants to researchers at five leading U.S. universities Internships provide educational opportunities for future energy engineers and leaders Activity reinforces the company's global investment in cutting-edge technologies and sustainable energy usage Bosch awarded its first round of research grants totaling nearly $1 million and also provided funds for over 40 internships, strengthening its long-standing...

FCP Euro announced today that it will be expanding their brand by offering to include Bosch OEM parts and products to its customers. Bosch, one of the largest automotive part suppliers, develops, manufactures and delivers precision components and systems - including Bosch alternators, distributors, starter motors and car batteries for a multitude of European makes. The addition of this exceptional product line to the FCP Euro lineup will allow the company to provide even better options for...

SAN FRANCISCO, April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Autonet Mobile, an application and connectivity platform for vehicles, today announced a strategic partnership with Bosch's Car Multimedia Division to manufacture its IP-based telematics control unit (TCU). Autonet Mobile's automotive-grade device is built to be factory-installed and to access the vehicle's CAN Bus to drive the development of in-vehicle applications including key fob, parental control and fleet offerings. With Autonet...

BROADVIEW, Ill., March 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- MS -- A clean windshield is an asset in all seasons. As we finish wiping away the last remnants of snow and ice, we get ready to deal with the heavy downpours of spring; and then, depending on where we live, for the dust blowing on a hot, dry summer's day. And, of course, there is always the dirt that flies in from the road, construction areas and dry fields. Throw in a jumble of dead bugs and you can see why keeping your car's...

DETROIT, Feb. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- "Clearing the way" from Arkansas to Chicago are the three boys, Michael Hollinger, Bodie Hope, and Dylan "Rocky" Riley that captured your attention by creating "Mini-Dom" and pulling a switcheroo on Storm Chaser Reed Timmer. To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click: http://www.multivu.com/mnr/54461-bosch-mini-dom-spoof-video-timmer-s-storm-chasing-vehicle-dominator (Photo:...

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Jan. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Driver assistance systems use the information from surrounding sensors to enable safe and comfortable driving Active safety systems intervene before accidents occur, helping to reduce serious injuries and fatalities Passive safety systems help to reduce injuries by protecting occupants in crash situations According to the United Nations, worldwide nearly 1.3 million lives are lost in traffic accidents each year and this...

KARLSRUHE, Germany and CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bosch Automotive Aftermarket division plans to acquire the Service Solutions business of SPX Corporation, headquartered in Charlotte, NC (NYSE: SPW). An agreement to this effect was signed in New York City on January 23, 2012. SPX Service Solutions develops, manufactures and sells diagnostic and service tools, workshop equipment, and software for the global automotive aftermarket. For 2011, the business,...

PALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- It's Monday morning. The average American household hits the ground running for the week ahead. Kids grab their lunches and rush to catch their bus while multitasking adults strive to bring some semblance of order to the chaos before heading out the door. While this scene takes place in virtually millions of homes every day, in the not-too-distant future, there is likely to be "someone" with additional hands to help the family restore order...

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Sept. 13, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Bosch is donating a variety of energy-efficient and sustainable products - totaling $115,000 - to 12 college teams participating in the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2011, to be held Sept. 23 through Oct. 2, in Washington, D.C. The competition is comprised of 19 teams that design, build and operate solar-powered homes that are cost effective, energy-efficient and attractive. Donations from Bosch Home Appliances, Power...