Microsoft Azure lands Renault-Nissan connected car deal

Microsoft has clinched a deal for its connected vehicle platform, with Renault-Nissan Alliance choosing its software to power their autonomous driving vehicles.

“Microsoft is not building its own connected car. Instead, we want to help automakers create connected car solutions that fit seamlessly with their brands, address their customers’ unique needs, competitively differentiate their products and generate new and sustainable revenue streams.” Said Peggy Johnson - Executive Vice President, Business Development at Microsoft. Read the full article here.