Bosch Eyes India and China as Potential Markets for Hydrogen Powertrain Technology
Key Ideas
  • Bosch sees great potential in India and China for utilizing green hydrogen powertrain technology in commercial vehicles, with ample green hydrogen available in India.
  • Hydrogen engine technology allows for cost reduction by reusing existing components, making it more accessible for vehicle manufacturers and users.
  • Bosch is working on multiple hydrogen engine technologies and plans to offer various options for users to choose the most efficient one for their commercial vehicles.
  • The company aims to target 2030 for the deployment of its new powertrain systems, providing connectivity and new functionality at a reasonable price in commercial vehicles.
Bosch is targeting India and China as potential big markets for its new hydrogen engine powertrain technology, aiming to leverage the availability of green hydrogen in India. Andreas Dempf, Head of sales and customers for Bosch's Mobility Solutions sector, believes in the potential of green hydrogen powertrain technology in these countries. Bosch is actively demonstrating its technologies, including hydrogen engines, at IAA Transportation 2024. The company is working on two types of hydrogen engine technologies to offer multiple options to users for their commercial vehicles. Hydrogen engine technology by Bosch enables cost reduction by reusing existing components, making it a more accessible choice for vehicle manufacturers. Bosch emphasizes the importance of building a good hydrogen engine infrastructure in India, highlighting the need for good hydrogen availability, production network, distribution, and deployment technology. The company plans to observe hydrogen-powered vehicles on Indian roads by 2030 with government support. In addition to hydrogen technology, Bosch is also focusing on electric vehicles but acknowledges the challenges in the Indian market due to the need for a competitive charging network and system costs. The company believes that hydrogen engines present a good opportunity for commercial vehicles in India, considering the specific market conditions and cost-consciousness of the country. By 2030, Bosch aims to introduce new and efficient powertrain system solutions for commercial vehicles, offering connectivity and enhanced functionality at a reasonable price. The company is committed to promoting hydrogen technology not only in its vehicles but also in the production and deployment of hydrogen-related components, aligning with its strategy for the future of sustainable transportation.
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