Hunter Engineering has added Bosch Remote Diagnostics Service (RDS) to its ADASLink calibration and diagnostic scan tool, connecting technicians with Bosch diagnostic experts who can remotely perform scans, steering system resets and ADAS calibrations, the company said Sept. 30. The integration puts on-demand access to OEM software, scan and calibration assistance, repair validation, fault code […]
Bosch Launches Remote Diagnostics Service for ADS X Scan Tool Users
Bosch Diagnostics launched Bosch Remote Diagnostics Service (RDS), which connects technicians using the company’s ADS 625X and ADS 10X Plus scan tools with Bosch diagnostic experts who remotely perform OEM pre- and post-repair scans, diagnostics, coding and ADAS calibration procedures using licensed OEM software, the company said Sept. 29. The service gives collision repair facilities […]
Bosch Adds Mercedes-Benz Secure Access, 2026 Coverage in ADS X Software Updates
Bosch Diagnostics released software updates 7.3 and 7.4 for its ADS X series scan tools, adding support for 2026 model year vehicles, additional ADAS calibrations and a secure-access method for Mercedes-Benz vehicles that no longer requires an AutoAuth subscription. Technicians scanning late-model Mercedes-Benz vehicles can now reach control modules protected by Certificate Based Automotive Security, […]
I-CAR Australia and Bosch Expand Collision Repair Training Partnership with New Courses
I-CAR Australia and Bosch have expanded their training partnership with updated electric vehicle coursework and two new diagnostic-focused programs, the organizations announced Feb. 5. Bosch revised its HEV101 program to include formal recognition of Australian national training framework units AURETH001 and AURETH011, giving technicians nationally recognized credentials for high-voltage safety knowledge related to battery electric […]
CARSTAR Owner Adds Bosch Auto Repair Franchise in Houston, Texas
A Houston, Texas collision repair shop owner has opened the city’s second Bosch Auto Service franchise location, marking his expansion from collision repairs into general automotive maintenance and repair services along with advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) calibration and electric vehicle repairs. Nelson Ramos, who operates CARSTAR Bass Collision, opened Bosch Auto Service North Houston […]
Bosch Acquires Roadside Protect
Acquisition expands roadside assistance presence in North America. Bosch Service Solutions has acquired Roadside Protect, Inc., a U.S.-based provider of towing and roadside administration services. The acquisition, finalized on January 31, expands Bosch’s presence in the North American roadside assistance market by adding access to Roadside Protect’s network of more than 12,000 towing partners in […]
Bosch Approved for CAPA Tier 1 Replacement Parts Verification Program
The Certified Automotive Parts Association (CAPA) announced that it has approved Robert Bosch LLC (Bosch) for its Tier 1 Replacement Parts Verification Program. Bosch intends to submit its ultrasonic parking sensors for CAPA Verification. The program is available for any Tier 1 supplier that also produces an in-house, alternately branded version of car company original […]
Bosch ADS Software Adds Photo Feature, 2023 Vehicle Coverage
Bosch, the global supplier of technology and services, released the 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3 software updates for the ADS and ADS X series scan tools. These updates further improve user experience by introducing a ‘Manage Photo’ feature, allowing technicians to launch the camera or upload existing photos to Scan Reports, Special Test and Calibration reports. […]
Universal Technical Institute Selects Bosch to Develop New Courseware Supporting its Electric Vehicle Training Strategy
Universal Technical Institute (UTI) has selected Bosch to support the development of new courseware that helps meet the needs of the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, which continues to see record sales and a demand for skilled technicians. The new courseware is another step in UTI’s overall EV strategy, which also includes enhancing and offering […]
Bosch Investing in Expanded Semiconductor Production
In an additional move to combat the ongoing global chip shortage, Bosch plans to further extend its wafer fabrication in Reutlingen, Germany. More than a €250 million ($278.2 million) is to be invested in creating new production space and the necessary clean-room facilities between now and 2025. This will give Bosch the ability to meet […]