Bosch Ready to Start Filling Hybrid Parts Void

The makers of hybrid cars have had one major problem, lack of hybrid parts. Slowly, that is beginning to change. Bosch recently told AutoWeek that "We have concluded the prototype, and we have concluded it very successfully. We are now in the business-development phase and are in contact with customers about contracts."

"At this point, we are offering the electric motor, the power electronics, engine controls - meaning adapted engine controls - and, depending on the requirements, brake technology in the form of brake-by-wire."

Aside from gasoline electric hybrid cars, Bosch is also focusing its hybrid efforts on diesel hybrids as well.