· Service across Germany for all brands and vehicle types

· Simple card application and processing

Fleet operators require downtimes due to vehicle failure and workshop visits to be as short as possible and service costs to be low. Therefore, Bosch Service workshops are offering national vehicle fleets a new type of fleet card that guarantees preferred appointments and favorable, uniform conditions across the whole Germany as well as exclusive special services. Across Germany, the card guarantees service appointments during downtimes, even when on the road, and rapid assistance for technical failures. This applies to all types and makes of vehicle.

Discount on spare parts, low hourly workshop rates
A cooperation agreement governs the benefits and terms and conditions of use of the fleet card for the fleet operator, as well as its commercial fleet of passenger cars and transporters. These favorable conditions include discounts on spare parts, parts subject to wear, tires and oils, reduced hourly rates, replacement vehicles with special conditions, and attractive special services such as a free annual safety check. Bosch Service workshops also offer maintenance and repairs for all brands and models. The close link between Service workshops and Bosch, the leading automotive supplier, ensures all workshop services are carried out with a high level of technical expertise and an excellent quality of service across the board.

Simple application and processing
The fleet operator can apply for the fleet card cooperation agreement directly through Bosch or through a participating Bosch Service workshop. A Bosch fleet card will then be issued for each passenger vehicle or transporter. Drivers can use this card at Bosch Service workshops and can make the most of services with favorable, uniform conditions across Germany. Any fleet operators interested in this card should simply send an informal e-mail to info.bps@de.bosch.com or call +49 (0)721/942-1814 for further information. You will then receive a list of participating Bosch Service workshops or, upon request, a direct offer of contract. All information regarding the new Bosch Service fleet card is also available on the Internet at www.bosch-service.de.

Universally high quality of service at all Bosch Service workshops
With its new fleet card, Bosch Service is bringing yet another innovative service to the German workshop market. The Bosch Service workshop concept now includes over 1000 workshops in Germany. Bosch Car Service workshops have gained an excellent reputation among motorists over many years, with their expert, cross-brand service for everything to do with cars. The range of services includes the classic Bosch fields of automotive electrics, electronics and diesel service as well as inspections and oil service, general mechanical vehicle repairs, air-conditioning service, in-car multimedia, tires and autoglass service. Bosch Service workshops are all-rounders and cover all services and repair work for all brands. Over 14,000 workshops in 146 countries means Bosch Service has the world's largest workshop network in the independent workshop market.

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. According to preliminary figures, some 270,000 associates generated sales of roughly 38 billion euros in the areas of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods, and building technology in fiscal 2009. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its more than 300 subsidiaries and regional companies in over 60 countries. If its sales and service partners are included, then Bosch is represented in roughly 150 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the foundation for further growth. Each year, Bosch spends more than 3.5 billion euros for research and development, and applies for over 3,000 patents worldwide. With all its products and services, Bosch enhances the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial. The company was set up in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861-1942) as “Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering.” The special ownership structure of Robert Bosch GmbH guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant up-front investments in the safeguarding of its future. Ninety-two percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation. The majority of voting rights are held by Robert Bosch Industrietreuhand KG, an industrial trust. The entrepreneurial ownership functions are carried out by the trust. The remaining shares are held by the Bosch family and by Robert Bosch GmbH. Additional information can be accessed at www.bosch.com.

PI6859 - November 2009