Bosch Service marks 90th Anniversary

MANILA, Philippines -  1926 was the year Bosch Service opened its doors to motorists in Manila – a mere five years after the launch in Germany of what we know today as the world’s largest independent network of automotive workshops. While at present the former site of the first Bosch Service now houses the Seventh Day Adventist Hospital on Leveriza Street, this initial foray into the local auto services industry has paved the way for the establishment of modern workshops that are fully-equipped to address the growing technical needs of Filipino motorists.

“Bosch has been in the automotive business for more than 100 years,” says Jin Algarate, proprietor of the newly-established Eco-Tech workshop. “Any car enthusiast would know that Bosch helped develop the modern-day vehicle. That is why we are proud to be business partners with the company.” The recently launched Bosch Car Service (BCS) workshop was built from the ground up with special consideration for the Bosch workshop concept. From structure and corporate design, to service bays and technical facilities – Algarate has incorporated German specifications into his workshop in order to serve a wider variety of European, American/Continental and Asian vehicles, including performance cars.

The new facility, located along Sumulong Highway in Antipolo, is designated by a signature two-pole BCS pylon and features a meticulous façade reminiscent of BCS outlets in Germany that display the distinct blue and white Bosch corporate identification on Frieze signages.

The Eco-Tech BCS is eqipped with an 11-car service area with two 2-post lifts plus another 4-post lift. It provides around-the-wheel services like tire changing and balancing as well as wireless and laser-type alignment. The new premier workshop also has the latest Bosch KTS 570 diagnostic machine with oscilloscope that is capable of analyzing electronic errors and performance testing of sensors. These include wheel speed sensors of ABS and ESP, crankshaft and cam angle sensors (engine ignition timing and firing order), SRS impact sensors, alternator sensors and oxygen sensors. The KTS 570 can also perform actuator testing of fuel injectors and various solenoid valves and control servos, adding to total workshop capability.