Bosch showcases robotics and AI tech at 9th CIIE in Shanghai
- The 9th China International Import Expo opened in Shanghai on November 5, 2026.
- Bosch is showcasing robotic tactile sensors and AI-driven smart cockpit technologies.
- Bosch and Chery signed a deal to localize ADAS technology for six European models.
- Bosch China President Xu Daquan emphasized integrating local innovation into global markets.
- The company debuted its AI-Hybrid whole-home climate solution at the expo.
The 9th China International Import Expo commenced in Shanghai on November 5, 2026, featuring a broad array of technology exhibits.
Advancing embodied intelligence and robotics
The firm is also building infrastructure within China to collect data for embodied intelligence.
Robert Bosch GmbH, a privately held software development company based in Gerlingen-Schillerhöhe, Germany, maintains Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH as its parent company.
The company is presenting robotic tactile sensors that use high-precision pressure detection to sense object hardness and contact force.
Xu Daquan outlines global integration strategy
Xu Daquan, the president of Bosch China, stated that deepening the company's roots in China involves more than just seizing local market opportunities.
Chery partnership for European ADAS localization
Gasgoo reported that Bosch secured this program to localize ADAS technology for Chery in Europe. Mass production is scheduled to start in 2028, with projected deliveries of over 800,000 units within five years.
Bosch's intelligent chassis functions, including new braking systems, comfort braking, and distributed traction control, are currently installed on overseas-bound vehicle models from brands such as Chery and Geely.
New infrastructure and product launches
Bosch has opened an Electric Drive Technology Solution Center in Shanghai to develop universal module platforms for global markets.
The Bosch China Robotics Center is scheduled to officially launch in early 2026.
Broad industry participation at the 9th CIIE
Toyota Motor exhibited a 49-tonne hydrogen fuel cell tractor with a 300 kW rated power fuel cell system. This system includes a distributed hydrogen fuel cell generator with a 110 kW per module output that achieves over 90% comprehensive energy utilization.
The vehicle is designed for short-distance urban three-dimensional commuting. To achieve significant weight reduction, HRC supplied 57 carbon fiber components for the GOVY AirCab, totaling 58 kg.
ACEA joins industry dialogue in Shanghai
The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association participated as an exhibitor at the 9th CIIE for the first time. The association set up an independent booth in the auto and smart mobility zone called "Future Driven Hub," which it positions as an "industry living room".
Zhang Shuo, chief representative of the association's Beijing office, stated that the CIIE provides a "unique platform for global companies and industry players to gain an in-depth understanding of the Chinese market, share industry insights and explore cooperation opportunities". Zhang noted that the auto industry is highly internationalized and requires participants from different fields and markets to maintain professional and open communication for steady development.
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