As India accelerates its transition towards electric mobility, technology innovation is becoming a key driver of efficiency, affordability, and scalability. Bosch has announced the introduction of its latest third-generation Silicon Carbide (SiC) semiconductor technology in India, aiming to enhance electric vehicle (EV) performance while supporting the country’s growing clean mobility ecosystem.
Silicon Carbide semiconductors play a crucial role in EV power electronics, particularly in inverters that regulate the transfer of energy from batteries to electric motors. By reducing energy losses during this process, the technology improves overall vehicle efficiency and battery utilization.
According to Bosch, its new generation of SiC chips delivers approximately 20 percent higher performance compared to previous solutions. This advancement is expected to enable longer driving ranges without increasing battery size, helping manufacturers optimize vehicle design while lowering ownership costs for consumers.
Speaking on the development, Sandeep Nelamangala, Joint Managing Director of Bosch Limited and President of Bosch Mobility India, said the technology is designed to address key consumer expectations such as extended driving range, faster charging capabilities, and reduced long-term operating costs.
He noted that making high-efficiency power electronics more widely accessible can help accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles and contribute to cleaner transportation across India.
Bosch brings significant global experience to the Indian market, having already supplied more than 60 million SiC chips worldwide. The company continues to invest heavily in semiconductor manufacturing and research to strengthen supply resilience and drive future innovation.
The newly introduced third-generation SiC technology is also expected to improve thermal performance, reduce energy losses, and enable more compact power electronics systems. By lowering cooling requirements and system complexity, the technology can help manufacturers develop lighter and more cost-effective EV architectures.
Miniaturization remains a major advantage of the new semiconductor platform. Smaller chip designs allow more units to be produced from a single wafer, improving manufacturing efficiency and potentially reducing production costs over time.
Bosch believes these improvements will make advanced power electronics increasingly relevant not only for premium electric vehicles but also for mass-market segments where affordability, efficiency, and reliability are critical purchasing factors.
Markus Heyn, Member of the Bosch Board of Management and Chairman of the Bosch Mobility business sector, said the company aims to become a leading global manufacturer of Silicon Carbide chips. He added that the next generation of SiC technology will help automotive manufacturers develop more powerful and efficient electric vehicles.
The launch comes at a time when India is strengthening its focus on electric mobility, localization of advanced technologies, and domestic manufacturing capabilities. By bringing its latest semiconductor innovations to the country, Bosch aims to support automakers, suppliers, and ecosystem partners in advancing sustainable and scalable transportation solutions.
With the introduction of third-generation Silicon Carbide semiconductors, Bosch is positioning itself at the forefront of the technologies that could shape the next phase of India’s EV revolution, enabling vehicles that are more efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable.