Nissan Motor Co. vehicles will use Intel Corp. microprocessors for in-car information and entertainment systems starting next year, helping the largest chip maker lessen its reliance on sales to computer manufacturers.
Nissan presented an Infiniti LE concept car at the New York International Auto Show on Thursday that includes a dual-screen display powered by Intel's Atom chip.
Intel Chief Executive Officer Paul Otellini has identified the auto industry as an opportunity to diversify beyond the PC business, which now accounts for more than 90 percent of revenue.
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