Bosch showcases electric, hydrogen, and software-driven vehicle technology at CES, introducing a robo-valet charging system.
Bosch and the Future of Sustainable Mobility
Bosch, a leading global supplier in the electromobility value chain, is making significant strides in the realm of sustainable energy use and hydrogen technology. The company is investing heavily in technologies along the hydrogen value chain, focusing on the mobile fuel cell.
At the heart of this initiative is the mobile fuel cell, currently in volume production in Stuttgart and lying at the heart of the powertrain system for heavy vehicles. Bosch has already received orders from truck manufacturers in Europe, the U.S., and China for the mobile fuel cell. When powered by green hydrogen, this technology is practically carbon neutral, making it a key player in meeting the world's energy needs in a climate-neutral way.
Bosch is also exploring participation in several hydrogen hubs in North America, further cementing its commitment to a hydrogen-powered future. The U.S. government is investing $7 billion in the construction of these hydrogen hubs, a move that Bosch sees as a step in the right direction.
In addition to hydrogen, Bosch is also focusing on silicon carbide (SiC) in electrified mobility due to its key role and high demand. SiC chips, which Bosch has been producing at its wafer fab in Reutlingen, Germany, since 2021, extend driving range and make charging more efficient, with energy losses up to 50 percent lower. These chips enable cars to travel further on a single battery charge, with an average range increase of up to 6 percent compared to silicon-based chips.
Bosch is investing over $1.5 billion in a new wafer fab in Roseville, California, with the aim of starting production of the first SiC chips in the U.S. by 2026, increasing Bosch's output tenfold in the years ahead.
Bosch is also making strides in automating charging processes. The company has developed an innovation called automated valet charging, which won a CES2024 Innovation Award. This technology allows electric cars to charge themselves in a parking garage without human intervention.
At CES 2024, Bosch is showcasing its electrification technologies and solutions, including two new mobility services: Usage Certificate To Go and Vehicle Health Service. These services aim to extend the service life of vehicles and conserve resources.
Moreover, Bosch is working on components for a hydrogen engine that converts fuel directly into energy without first converting it into electricity. The Hengine, due to debut this year, is a testament to Bosch's commitment to pushing the boundaries of sustainable mobility.
Bosch is also offering digital services to achieve efficiency gains in the building sector. The "Nexospace Energy Manager" for the European market, for instance, helps customers analyze their energy supply and usage and develop specific measures to optimize and reduce consumption.
In summary, Bosch is at the forefront of sustainable mobility, investing in technologies along the hydrogen value chain, focusing on the mobile fuel cell, and developing innovative solutions for charging, hydrogen engines, and digital services. The company's commitment to a carbon-neutral future is evident in its investments and innovations, making it a key player in the global transition to sustainable energy.
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