单项选择题

Questions 23 to 25 are based on the following news. At the end of news item, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now listen to the news. Why are the two car companies taking such an action

A.To compete with Japanese auto makers.
B.To reduce the number of their employees.
C.To become the largest auto company in Europe.
D.To become the world’s leading car producer.