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100 Years of Bosch Wiper Systems: A Success Story with a Clear Vision for the Future

Bosch celebrates with a global campaign that honors partnerships with automotive workshops and retailers

  • Pioneering achievement since 1926: The first electric windshield wiper from Bosch revolutionized driving safety
  • Consistent innovations: From the Twin dual-material wiper rubber to the Aerotwin flat-blade wiper, Bosch is continuously advancing wiper technology
  • A strong partner for the mobility of tomorrow: Bosch is driving the development of wiper technologies to meet the dynamic demands of the global automotive market
Nico Krespach

Nico Krespach

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Nico Krespach

Nico Krespach
Spokesperson Mobility Aftermarket (spare parts for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, classic cars and modern classics, diagnostic solutions, workshop equipment, repair solutions)

Karlsruhe – In 1926, Bosch revolutionized driving safety with the first electric windshield wiper. 100 years later, the company is celebrating this significant anniversary and looking back on a long history of groundbreaking innovations. From the introduction of interval wiping to the Aerotwin flat-blade wiper, Bosch has decisively shaped the development of wiper systems and repeatedly redefined the standards for clear vision.

A journey through the milestones of wiper technology

The history of Bosch windshield wipers is a story of progress. The electric drive was followed by the development of the dual-material wiper rubber (1994), which significantly improved cleaning performance. With the Bosch Aerotwin in 2001, the company set the new standard for modern flat-blade wipers, which are now original equipment (OE) in most new vehicles. Their aerodynamic design with a custom-fit Evodium spring strip ensures optimal contact pressure and a long service life.

"The invention of the electric windshield wiper by Bosch in 1926 was a quantum leap for road safety," says Bart Robijns, Head of Wiper Development at Bosch. "A modern wiper is a crucial component in the vehicle: The latest generation of electric vehicles, in particular, places high demands on acoustic performance. Wipers with maximum running smoothness and no disruptive background noise are required. Furthermore, modern driver assistance systems rely on an impeccably clean windshield so that cameras and sensors can accurately and continuously capture the vehicle's surroundings."

Anniversary campaign celebrates "Keeping the essentials in sight for 100 years"

To celebrate this anniversary, Bosch is launching a comprehensive communication campaign, which officially begins with the trade fair Automechanika. Under the motto "Keeping the essentials in sight for 100 years," the campaign tells a story that connects generations and focuses on the themes of family, care and nostalgia. The campaign includes videos, extensive social media activities and other materials that workshops and retailers can use in their marketing efforts.

Outlook: Innovations for the mobility of tomorrow

Innovative strength has been the driving force behind Bosch wiper systems for 100 years. With pioneering technologies, the company actively shapes global trends and offers tailor-made solutions for OE and the aftermarket. For example, the Aerotwin J.E.T-blade for commercial vehicles embeds nozzles into the wiper blade, so washing fluid can be sprayed directly in front of the blade as it travels across the windshield, thus reducing disruptive spray mist and immediately improving visibility for drivers. On these systems, fleet operators benefit from maximum reliability, while workshops save time during installation thanks to pre-assembled adapters.

Contact person for press inquiries:
Nico Krespach
phone: +49 721 942 2209
E-Mail: Nico.Krespach@de.bosch.com

The Bosch Mobility Aftermarket division (MA) is one of the world’s leading providers of spare parts, diagnostic solutions and repair-shop equipment for passenger cars, two-wheelers and commercial vehicles. Its product portfolio includes products made as Bosch original equipment, products developed in-house and specifically manufactured for the aftermarket, as well as services. In addition to new parts, the range also comprises a large number of remanufactured exchange parts, thereby contributing to a resource-conserving circular economy. A key pillar in this context is the Bosch eXchange program, with which the division generated around 400 million euros in sales in 2025. Around 16,000 associates and a global logistics network ensure fast and reliable supply to distributors and repair shops worldwide. MA also supplies modern testing and repair-shop technology, diagnostic software, training, as well as technical information and services, which are increasingly being expanded through software- and AI-based solutions. In addition, the division includes the “Bosch Service” workshop concept with around 13,000 workshops worldwide, as well as “AutoCrew” with more than 700 workshops in over 100 countries. Furthermore, with Bosch Classic, MA supports owners of classic and modern classic cars with a wide range of spare parts and services.

Additional information can be accessed at http://www.boschaftermarket.com

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 413,000 associates worldwide (as of December 31, 2025). The company generated sales of 91 billion euros in 2025. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. With its business activities, the company aims to use technology to help shape universal trends such as automation, digitalization, electrification, and artificial intelligence. In this context, Bosch’s broad diversification across regions and industries strengthens its innovativeness and robustness. Bosch uses its proven expertise in hardware, software, and services to offer customers cross-domain solutions from a single source. It also applies its expertise in connectivity and artificial intelligence in order to develop and manufacture intelligent, user-friendly, and sustainable products. With technology that is “Invented for life,” Bosch wants to help improve quality of life and conserve natural resources. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its roughly 500 subsidiary and regional companies in over 60 countries. Including sales and service partners, Bosch’s global manufacturing, engineering, and sales network covers nearly every country in the world. Bosch’s innovative strength is key to the company’s further development. Bosch employs some 82,000 associates in research and development.

Additional information is available online at www.bosch.com, www.bosch-press.com.

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