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The car industry is facing a national emergency, the Government has been warned, amid increasing pressure for a state bailout. Ministers have been told that immediate action is needed as companies run out of cash and stall production. Toyota, one of Britain's most successful car manufacturers, told workers yesterday that its factory near Derby would close for two weeks early next year. Most car companies are on extended Christmas breaks and more closures are looming in the new year. Honda is preparing to close for two months to cut production. Other companies are believed to be about to announce further closures?