Microsoft, Mercedes to test in-car ChatGPT in U.S.
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Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) is partnering with German automaker Mercedes-Benz (OTCPK:MBGAF) to test in-car ChatGPT in the U.S., in the first implementation of the artificial intelligence software in vehicles.
Mercedes (OTCPK:MBGAF) said an optional beta program for U.S. customers will begin as soon as Friday (June 16) for over 900K vehicles equipped with the MBUX infotainment system. 
Customers can enroll via the automaker's app 'Mercedes me' or by directly from the vehicle using the voice command, "Hey Mercedes, I want to join the beta program," the company said.
Microsoft (MSFT) has been upgrading all its product offerings with AI, which has helped push its stock higher. The tech giant controls OpenAI, the San Francisco-based startup that owns the widely popular chatbot ChatGPT.
Shares of Microsoft (MSFT) rose 3.2% to a record close of $348.10 on Thursday, in step with other tech stocks that have capitalized on the AI wave. The stock climbed 45.3% YTD and its total market cap is currently $2.59T.
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