calimoto launches automatic emergency call system with Bosch
for motorcyclists
Automatic accident detection for faster assistance
In cooperation with the technology and service company
Bosch, specifically Bosch.IO as a specialist for AIoT and digital projects, the No. 1 app for motorcycle navigation ensures even more safety on the motorcycle. With Help Connect, calimoto and Bosch have jointly developed a
automatic emergency call system was developed and published as a new function in the app.
Safety is the top priority when riding a motorcycle! However, numerous protectors, a high-quality helmet and a forward-looking riding style are unfortunately no guarantee for an accident-free ride. That's why calimoto has decided not only to be the best companion for tour planning and navigation - but also to provide assistance in the event of an accident!
But how exactly does Help Connect work?
With Help Connect - a development from Bosch - an automatic emergency assistant is now available in the calimoto app. In the event of an accident, the fall is detected by an intelligent crash algorithm and an emergency call is automatically sent to Help Connect via the calimoto app. The algorithm uses the acceleration sensor already present in the smartphone, which means that even older motorcycles without a built-in eCall function can benefit directly from the emergency call system - without any retrofitting!
Prerequisites for use:
- Operation of the calimoto app
- Activation of the service at Bosch
- Firm fixation of the smartphone on the handlebars while riding
Immediately after a crash is detected, the accident data and the current location are transmitted to the Help Connect service team via the smartphone's data connection and an attempt is made to establish a telephone connection with the motorcyclist involved in the accident.
Bosch associates can be reached around the clock from eleven European countries and are specially trained for such emergencies. In an emergency, they immediately and automatically alert the local rescue service.
Hans-Joachim Allenfort, co-founder of calimoto, sees real added value in the cooperation with Bosch: „An automatic emergency call can save vital minutes in an emergency and thus make a decisive difference for the emergency services. With this additional feature, our users can enjoy their tours with calimoto even more carefree.“
For Stefan Ferber, Member of the Board of Management of Bosch.IO, the cooperation contributes to Bosch's IoT strategy: „Help Connect uses the sensor technology of connected products, such as the calimoto app on the smartphone. We are expanding this to include an algorithm for accident detection and the Bosch emergency call.
This can save lives and is fully in line with our Bosch brand promise ‚Technology for life‘.“
Help Connect is available for iOS and Android. A German SIM card is required to use it. The Help Connect service team can be reached in German or English. In addition to Germany, the service can also be used in the following countries: Austria, Switzerland, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, the UK, Ireland, Italy and Spain. This feature can be added to both the premium and basic versions of calimoto for €4.99/month or as an annual subscription for €39.99 via Bosch.
Further information on Help Connect at https://boschhelpconnect.com/vernetzte-bereiche/auf-dem-motorrad/
