When Rudolf Diesel in 1892 invented the new technology, he could not imagine the huge success to come. From his point of view, the fast-going Diesel was impossible. He was to be mistaken…

As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of injection systems for diesel engines, Bosch has revolutionized the diesel engines in cars and utility vehicles. New injection systems from Bosch like the Common Rail make diesel engines more dynamic, economical, clean and quiet. These benefits already impress 50 percent of drivers in Western Europe.

Setting the pattern for modern diesel engines

Common Rail means “shared pipe”. Pressure is built up as diesel fuel is pumped continuously into a distributor pipe. This high-pressure pipe holds the fuel needed to supply all cylinders. Injection is performed under a pressure of up to 1600 bar in the injector. Injection can be separated into several phases (e.g. pre-injection, main injection and post-injection) to achieve the ideal combustion process. Common Rail optimizes the combustion process, improves the running properties of the engine and reduces emissions.

Because of its high torque, the modern Diesel brings excellent acceleration: Day-to-day driving like overtaking a car with 80-120 km/h speed shows the advantages of 50% more specific power compared to gasoline engines.

The advanced injection technology from Bosch always injects just the right amount of fuel at exactly the right time. Common Rail diesel engines provide real driving dynamism and smooth engine running and save a lot of fuel: with Common Rail, diesel cars consume 30% less than comparable gasoline cars.

With its low fuel consumption and the high efficiency, the Diesel conserves resources. Using a diesel particulate filter, emissions are reduced to a minimum. Moreover the Diesel emits 25% less CO2 than gasoline engines.

Not to mention that the excellent acceleration of state-of-the-art diesel engines really makes driving a pleasure!