41.   Jackson called on foreign automakers to increase opportunities for blacks and other minorities.

42.   Japan, however, counts only passenger cars, excluding commercial vehicles and mini-cars, arguing that foreign automakers do not really compete in those segments.

43.   Kamaz must also contend with a growing number of foreign automakers like General Motors Corp. and Renault SA, which are expanding in the Russian market.

44.   Keeping unions out has helped foreign automakers maintain significant leads in manufacturing efficiency.

45.   Like other foreign automakers with plants in the United States, Honda argues that the labels were designed to underrepresent the American content of their vehicles.

46.   Most foreign automakers met the regulatory standards by comfortable margins.

47.   Most foreign automakers reported sales gains.

48.   Most foreign automakers reported strong April sales Friday.

49.   Nissan Motor Co. has been talking with foreign automakers about buying a stake.

50.   One reason is that foreign automakers, emboldened by attractive exchange rates, are starting to offer incentives on some of their popular cars.