The main reason the us automotive industry survived the financial crisis of 2008 was that it laid off many employees. received government loans. manufactured larger cars. broke union contracts.

The correct answer is received government loans.

The US automotive industry, like the housing market, crashed during 2008 when America experienced an economic recession. To ensure the survival of important manufacturers like Ford, GM, and Chrysler, the federal government gave enormous loans to these companies. In total, these three companies alone received close to $80 billion from the US government to continue running.  

Answer

C. received government loans.

Explanation:

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