Bosch is expanding its connected vehicle services by integrating Road Surface Alerts from NIRA Dynamics, which will provide drivers with precise and timely information about road conditions.
Bosch already offers connected services that can help drivers by delivering real-time insights into traffic, weather and hazards along the route. With the integration of Road Surface Alerts, the service is enhanced with high-resolution warnings about factors such as slipperiness, aquaplaning risks, potholes and other sudden road hazards. These alerts can help drivers anticipate potential dangers earlier and adapt their driving accordingly.
Road Surface Alerts are based on anonymised data collected from millions of vehicles. By continuously analysing the interaction between tyres and road surfaces, the system identifies critical changes in grip and roughness. This information is processed in real time and made available through Bosch’s connected services, giving drivers a more complete picture of the road ahead.
The enhanced service will be initially available in the Europe and North America markets.
