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automaker

American  
[aw-toh-mey-ker] / ˈɔ toʊˌmeɪ kər /

noun

  1. an automobile manufacturer.


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Etymology

Origin of automaker

First recorded in 1900–05; auto- 2 + maker

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The German automaker blamed a challenging market environment, especially in China, Porsche goodwill impairment and restructuring expenses.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 18, 2026

This follows news last week when Volkswagen’s supervisory board approved a plan to double job losses at the automaker to 100,000 amid intensifying competition from Chinese automakers.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 8, 2026

The German automaker has formulated a cost plan, taking account of future downside earnings risks, and has the management and liquidity to achieve this existential restructuring.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 8, 2026

But EV automaker Rivian, which is headquartered in Irvine, remains committed to the state.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 4, 2026

Ahead of Thursday’s event, the automaker added dozens of Cybercabs to the fleet of vehicles that passengers could book.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 3, 2026

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