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Responding to the growing desire of drivers to remain connected to their information
and entertainment, even while on the go, Microsoft has created a set of platforms
to enable carmakers and their suppliers to meet this demand. By providing open,
standardized platforms, Microsoft helps the automotive industry reduce costs and
development time while still enabling creative, unique infotainment solutions to
be developed.
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Drivers and passengers can now experience Microsoft technology in over 150 preinstalled
and aftermarket devices from 18 world-class carmakers and suppliers.
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| See how Ford and Fiat have used Microsoft Auto to create innovative solutions |
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On May 6, 2008 in Seoul, South Korea, Microsoft’s Automotive Business Unit signed a partnership agreement with the Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group to co-develop the next generation of in-car infotainment systems.
Pictured from left to right: Martin Thall, General Manager Automotive Business Unit, Microsoft Corporation; Bill Gates, Chairman, Microsoft Corporation; Eui-Sun Chung, President and CEO of Hyundai & Kia Auto Group; Hyun-Soo Lee, President and CTO of Hyundai & Kia Auto Group R&D
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Microsoft offers two platforms to the automotive industry.
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Microsoft Auto provides an integrated middleware stack and hardware reference
design for a more robust starting point.
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Windows Automotive offers complete control over the implementation of
your device, with a variety of specialized tools to help tune your designs as you
develop them.
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