Now they draw a bead on more sophisticated services--engineering, research and development, and designing auto parts, sections of aircraft wings and chips for wireless services.

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It is a smoking gun confirming what many acute observers have long alleged: that protectionism has enabled Japanese auto makers to make super-large profits at home which they then invest in research and development as well as the most advanced production technologies.

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Volvo Car is looking for partnerships with other auto makers on parts and other vehicle systems, seeking to cut development costs and better compete in the premium small-car market.

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