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(www.detnews.com) -- Detroit may be struggling to sell cars, but Microsoft Corp. sees nothing but room to grow in its push to wire them. The Redmond, Wash.-based software company today will announce a massive new investment in its automotive business unit and tapped a Detroit native to lead the charge. "We're doubling down. We're going to increase the headcount and operating expenses by 30 percent this year," said Tom Phillips, a 16-year veteran of Microsoft who will replace Martin Thall as the head of the company's automotive division. "We know that things are tough for the auto industry, but it's the perfect time to make this investment. There are new customers coming into the market, and they are looking for new experiences." .. more
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