But U.S. automakers were illing ailing even before the financial crisis struck, losing market share to foreign brands that provide more choices for fuel-efficient vehicles.

• 但是在金融危机来袭之前，美国汽车制造商就已经陷入了困难当中，他们的市场占有率不断被能够提供更多燃油经济性较高的汽车选择的国外品牌所抢走。