Bosch Car Service Leads EV Repair Shift

Bosch Car Service (BCS) Philippines has become the first independent workshop in the country that is officially authorized to service electric and hybrid vehicles, marking a key step in building a wider after-sales support network for electrified cars.

The milestone was formalized in Cavite on November 7, 2025 through a signing ceremony between ACMobility and Bosch Car Service. The move positions BCS as the lead player in the independent aftermarket sector for EV and hybrid servicing, at a time when more Filipinos are starting to consider electrified vehicles.

BCS now offers a full suite of services for EV and hybrid owners, from basic preventive maintenance and accessory installation to complex work such as high-voltage battery diagnostics, repair, and conditioning. The network also handles mechanical and electrical diagnostics, air-conditioning servicing, software updates, and warranty servicing for its original equipment partners.

According to BCS General Manager Geronimo Campilan, dependable service is becoming a critical part of the shift to electric mobility. He said the joint development with ACMobility is designed to expand access to expert EV care and to give owners more confidence, convenience, and support throughout the ownership cycle.

As an independent aftermarket network, BCS aims to help in three areas. First is giving consumers a more accessible service option for EVs beyond traditional dealer workshops. Second is raising standards for workshops by investing in EV-ready facilities and equipment. Third is supporting multiple car brands that need after-sales partners as they roll out more EV and hybrid models nationwide.

Paulo Duarte, Managing Director of Bosch Philippines, said electric mobility introduces new expectations on safety, technical capability, and service quality. He added that Bosch is equipping its workshops and technicians with advanced tools and skills so they can remain competitive as the EV market develops.

Technicians in the Bosch Car Service network undergo global certification and specialized training in high-voltage safety and EV or hybrid systems at Bosch training centers. The company says this continuous upskilling is meant to ensure every workshop can deliver safe and expert care that follows international standards.

The initiative aligns with Bosch’s “Invented for Life” philosophy and complements ACMobility’s wider investments in EV charging hubs across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, where the group is developing digital platforms to make it easier for customers to locate chargers and service centers nationwide.

With the expanded capabilities of Bosch Car Service Philippines, EV and hybrid owners now have a dedicated independent workshop network that can provide bumper-to-bumper care as the country moves deeper into the electrified era.