Detroit was far too slow in taking its Japanese rivals seriously.

The deal could mean new life for both against Japanese rivals.

This should ensure it rides more comfortably than its Japanese rivals on the road.

That is the focus of research at Lucent and several Japanese rivals.

The move brought them closer to Japanese rivals' prices, but profit margins are likely to suffer.

The consensus technique had been used successfully by Japanese rivals.

Microsoft hopes to take an early insurmountable lead on its Japanese rivals.

Analysts said most Japanese rivals in the chip industry also lost money the last two years.

The venture may provide a strong challenge to Japanese rivals.

He promised to step up competition against the company's Japanese rivals.