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December 21, 2006

Ford to Produce Microsoft-Powered Cars in 2007

Windows Automotive

Have you driven a [Microsoft] Ford lately? Starting in 2007 Ford will begin offering Microsoft's in-car computing solution (insert favorite Microsoft blue screen of death joke here). The system, currently called "Microsoft Blue&Me" will offer cross-platform smartphone support, Bluetooth, SAP (SIM Access Profile), car diagnostics, entertainment, and, of course, GPS navigation. If the idea of running Windows in your car gives you the Heebie-Jeebies, you'll be even more surprised to learn that Microsoft's Windows Automotive is already found in 18 different automakers' cars, including those from BMW, Citroen, Clarion Co., DiamlerChrysler, Fiat, Honda, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, NexTech, Subaru, Toyota and volvo.