Robert Bosch LLC

03/19/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/19/2026 08:38

Bosch strengthens U.S. mobility services portfolio

Chicago/Detroit - With increasing pressure to reduce downtime, control operating costs and maximize vehicle uptime, AI-driven predictive maintenance is rapidly becoming a critical competitive differentiator for fleet management. To accelerate its leadership in data-driven vehicle health services, Bosch today announced plans to acquire Uptake Technologies, Inc., a startup based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in AI-based predictive analytics for commercial fleets. Bosch and Uptake Technologies have agreed not to disclose financial details of the transaction.

With the acquisition of Uptake, Bosch is bringing a market leader in predictive maintenance with a 10-year history of delivering predictive AI maintenance solutions to fleets into its expanding portfolio of software services. As the largest automotive supplier in the world according to Automotive News with expansive expertise in system competence and diagnostics, Bosch is uniquely positioned to support Uptake's mission of providing actionable insights to fleets that help to reduce downtime and maintenance costs.

"This planned acquisition strengthens our position as a leader in data-driven mobility services. The AI capabilities from Uptake Technologies are a crucial element to expanding our predictive maintenance offerings and accelerating innovation for OEM and fleet customers," said Paul Thomas, president of Bosch in North America and president of Bosch Mobility Americas.

Adam McElhinney, CEO at Uptake Technologies added, "Joining forces with Bosch will allow us to scale our AI-driven vehicle health solutions faster and deliver even greater value to the market. Together, our goal is to combine our predictive analytics tools to transform how vehicle maintenance is managed and optimized, not just for fleets, but for OEMs as well."

For Bosch, the planned acquisition is intended to accelerate the company's predictive maintenance and vehicle health services capabilities by advancing go-to-market timelines and expanding fleet services offerings. The goal is to offer a full end-to-end solution. By combining the Uptake AI-driven predictive maintenance solution with data from broadly deployed Bosch Connectivity Hub (C-Hub) vehicle telematics and then connecting to the Bosch FleetME ecosystem, the resulting actionable insights help fleets reduce maintenance costs and increase uptime.

Founded in 2014, Uptake Technologies has built deep expertise in predictive analytics across multiple industries and is now a leader in AI-powered predictive maintenance for fleet operations. Its technology leverages advanced AI and machine learning techniques to deliver actionable maintenance insights that help fleets prevent component and vehicle failures. Predictions are paired with recommendations based on severity and cost impact, providing actionable insights optimizing parts planning and maintenance workflows. A closed feedback loop from completed repairs further strengthens and validates system accuracy. Upon closing, it is intended that the company's associates will be integrated into Bosch.

Bosch strengthens U.S. mobility services portfolio

Bosch strengthens U.S. mobility services portfolio

Bosch strengthens U.S. mobility services portfolio

Bosch strengthens U.S. mobility services portfolio

Bosch strengthens U.S. mobility services portfolio

Bosch strengthens U.S. mobility services portfolio

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About Bosch

Having established a presence in North America in 1906, today the Bosch Group employs around 38,000 associates in more than 100 locations in the North American region (as of Dec. 31, 2024). According to preliminary figures, Bosch generated consolidated sales of $18.7 billion in the U.S., Mexico and Canada in 2025. For more information visit www.bosch.us, www.bosch.mx and www.bosch.ca.

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 412,000 associates worldwide (as of December 31, 2025). According to preliminary figures, 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, electrification, digitalization, connectivity, and an orientation to sustainability. In this context, Bosch's broad diversification across regions and industries strengthens its innovativeness and robustness. Bosch uses its proven expertise in sensor technology, 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 user-friendly, 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 490 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. At 136 locations across the globe, Bosch employs some 82,000 associates in research and development.

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 upfront investments in the safeguarding of its future. Ninety-four percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a limited liability company with a charitable purpose. The remaining shares are held by Robert Bosch GmbH and by a company owned by the Bosch family. The majority of voting rights are held by Robert Bosch Industrietreuhand KG.
It is entrusted with the task of safeguarding the company's long-term existence and in particular its financial independence - in line with the mission handed down in the will of the company's founder, Robert Bosch.

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