Image: BoschFor the German supplier, this represents a significant technological milestone. While Bosch previously offered only Level 2 advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), Level 3 marks its entry into highly automated driving. Vehicles equipped with Level 2 assistance systems can independently brake, steer, and accelerate, but the driver must continuously monitor traffic and be ready to take control at any time. With Level 3, responsibility shifts to the vehicle in specific scenarios. The driver is permitted to take their hands off the wheel and their eyes off the road (‘hands-off, eyes-off’).As Bosch explains, ‘in a world that is moving ever faster, Bosch technology will give drivers back the valuable time they spend in the car.’ The system can be used on motorways and expressways within Chinese cities. It operates at speeds of up to 120 kilometres per hour, functions in weather conditions with visibility as low as 300 metres, and automatically changes lanes.“We use AI in every software component and combine it with a redundant safety architecture. Our knowledge spans all vehicle domains, and that makes us the ideal partner for manufacturers to scale Level 3,” said Markus Heyn, Managing Director of Robert Bosch GmbH and Chairman of Bosch Mobility.Bosch received a licence in March 2026 to test vehicles with Level 3 driving functions in real-world conditions in the Chinese city of Wuxi. The supplier is leveraging an advanced ADAS system solution, which is already in use in the Chery Exeed ES.Bosch emphasises its strong in-house expertise in the development of assisted and automated driving: the company possesses know-how in all core vehicle areas, including powertrain, steering, braking, vehicle sensors, high-performance computers, onboard electronics, software, and AI. Through Bosch, manufacturers gain access to both the hardware—such as the high-performance seventh-generation radar—and the algorithms.At the same time, Bosch stresses that the system is not intended solely for China. “We can transfer knowledge from one market to another. Our aim is to be the preferred partner for Chinese and Western manufacturers,” Heyn stated. A Level 3 system for private vehicles, which relieves the driver of driving tasks for extended periods, is also attractive for Europe and the USA.Bosch CEO Stefan Hartung adds: “The future belongs to those like us who can adapt their portfolios and supply chains to regional conditions – and at the same time deliver world-class quality.” Chery Exeed ES with Bosch Level 3 systemImage: BoschNotably, Bosch’s timing in showcasing its Level 3 system is striking. After all, BMW and Mercedes-Benz, which already have such systems on the market, have decided not to offer them any longer for the time being. The reason is that Level 3 hardware—particularly LiDAR sensors and redundant systems—remains extremely expensive. As a result, Mercedes’ Drive Pilot system most recently cost between €6,000 and €9,000 extra in the S-Class and EQS.A similar situation applied to BMW’s Personal Pilot L3 in the 7 Series. Additionally, its use in Germany was previously limited to motorways. Instead, both brands are now focusing on particularly advanced Level 2 systems, which can be used anywhere, including in cities and on rural roads. However, these systems require closer driver supervision. For example, Mercedes’ new MB. Drive Assist Pro can navigate automatically from door to door—similar to Tesla’s FSD Supervised.bosch-presse.de
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