Fiat Auto and Microsoft’s Automotive Business Unit join forces for a long-term strategic automotive partnership developing innovative telematics solutions for motorists. Fiat Auto and Microsoft’s novel approach of designing in-vehicle telematics systems combines Fiat Auto’s experience and research in telematics services as well as Microsoft’s expertise in providing standard platforms, services, and applications.
The two companies intend to develop easy-to-use telematics systems for Fiat and its Lancia and Alfa Romeo models through this alliance. The new system, expected to be launched by next year, would enable motorists to communicate with the outside world, Microsoft said in a statement released today. According to media reports, the new partnership with Fiat Auto is Microsoft's first direct deal with an automotive manufacturing company for its automotive business unit.
